Giving Community

Why Join?

At HIAS Europe, we believe in a world where refugees find welcome, safety, and opportunity. Rooted in Jewish values and history, we partner with Jewish communities across Europe to:

  • Support refugees in need globally.

  • Welcome and integrate refugees locally.

  • Bring a Jewish voice into European conversations on forced migration and humanitarian issues.

Our programs foster inclusion, build social cohesion, and bring communities together, often through interfaith collaboration and community sponsorship schemes, guided by the principle of tikkun olam (repairing the world).

HIAS Europe also advocates for humane EU policies that protect people fleeing violence and persecution. We know from our own history the importance of standing up for those in need.

By joining our Giving Community, you help us expand this work, grow our impact, and leverage public funding to ensure the sustainability of our mission. Together, we can make sure refugees and asylum seekers are welcomed and empowered.

Why We Need Your Support

In 2025, we launched the Community Leadership Network, empowering grassroots Jewish initiatives that support and advocate for refugees. With your help, we can continue:

  • Building capacity for community-led programs.

  • Deepening interfaith partnerships to combat hate and discrimination.

  • Advocating for compassionate refugee policies with stronger collective voices.

HIAS Europe is uniquely placed to deliver this work — but we can only do so with your support.

The Impact of Our Giving Community

Your commitment ensures we can make a lasting difference. Here’s what we achieved together last year:

  • 530,000+ people reached worldwide through economic inclusion, mental health, legal protection, and programs protecting women and girls from violence.

  • 3,000+ youth engaged in synagogue visits and interfaith activities through our Neighbours program.

  • 606 refugees integrated into local Jewish communities across Europe.

  • 54 vulnerable Ukrainians relocated safely to Europe and North America.

  • Active humanitarian programming in 15 countries.

Benefits of Joining

Giving Community Members commit €500 annually (or €36 per month for 12 months) and enjoy:

  • Recognition in HIAS Europe’s Annual Report (with the option to remain anonymous).

  • A quarterly newsletter with a personal update from our Director.

  • Early invitations to HIAS Europe events, including our annual Chanukah Lighting.

  • An exclusive annual event for Giving Community members with HIAS board members, staff, and/or beneficiaries.

How to Join

Become part of our Giving Community today!

Contact Ilan Cohn, HIAS Europe Director, at ilan.cohn@hias.org

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