Following the devastating earthquake that struck Nepal and parts of India-which so far has resulted in more than 8,500 deaths and massive destruction-the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is collecting funds to help those affected.

Our partners on the ground are consulting Nepalese and Indian authorities to assess the situation and ensure survivors’ immediate needs are addressed.

As always, the Jewish Federation will absorb all administrative costs, so that 100 percent of funds collected will go to meeting needs on the ground.

This emergency assistance will be provided primarily through the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, the “911” of the Jewish world, and IsraAID, a non-profit, non-governmental Israeli organization committed to providing life-saving disaster relief.

We’re proud of our Jewish community’s compassion, and honored to serve as the conduit for its generosity.

To donate, visit: https://donate.juf.org/JF_Nepal_Earthquake_Relief

You may also call 312.444.2869 or send a check payable to JF Nepal Earthquake Relief Fund to 30 S. Wells Street. # 3015, Chicago, IL 60606