HANDS OF MERCY INTERNATIONAL
A compassion outreach on the frontlines of Israel
Hands of Mercy International is a humanitarian relief organisation dedicated to providing comfort and practical support to families and individuals experiencing trauma, crisis, poverty and social disadvantage in Israel and around the world.
We are mobilising the love and concern of caring individuals throughout the world to provide a practical source of encouragement and hope in the lives of vulnerable individuals facing crisis and disadvantage. We also collaborate with IDF in providing them with tactical gear and boosting their morale from the war front.
We invite you to join us in this noble cause, as together we can bring comfort to those in need, both in Israel and across the globe. Your support can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals facing adversity, and together, we can create a more compassionate and supportive world.
How we are making a difference
Assistance to individuals and communities affected by war and terrorism
Since 1992, Hands of Mercy has been actively assisting individuals and families victimised by suicide terrorism and war throughout Israel, including many victims of the horrific wave of suicide terrorism during the 'Second Intifada'. Between 2009 and 2021, 'Hands of Mercy' operated 'Tents of Victory', a humanitarian outreach center established to assist vulnerable members of the small community of S'derot, which has endured years of relentless rocket fire from the neighbouring Gaza Strip. In 2022, in response to the dire situation of Ukrainian civilians trapped in areas of armed conflict in the Russia-Ukraine war, Hands of Mercy has courageously began to participate in civilian evacuations and other front-line humanitarian work in Ukraine, in partnership with the German charity 'House of Hope'.
Outreach to youth at risk
Motivated by compassion and deeply moved by tragic stories, the Hands of Mercy team opened the Adullam outreach center for at-risk youth in Jerusalem in 2019. Until 2021, it served as a sanctuary with emergency accommodation, meals, activities, and robust support. Despite its closure, the 'Mercy team' continues outreach through support groups, ensuring ongoing help for at-risk youth.
Excitingly, our German partner, House of Hope, pre-financed a visionary project—a transformative Hope Center in Ashdod, heavily impacted by rocket attacks. In collaboration with local pastors, the Hope Center aims to empower believers, focusing on Ukrainian and Russian-speaking communities. Beyond Ashdod, the broader vision is to create a replicable blueprint for Hope Centers in various locations, extending positive impact far beyond a single city.