Zion Orphanage
Orphan care and support
Jerusalem, Israel
Founded in 1899, Zion Orphanage is the world's oldest continuously operating Jewish orphanage, providing comprehensive care, education, and therapeutic services to over 200 orphaned, homeless and disadvantaged children and youth ages 3-22 in Jerusalem, including housing, Torah study, counseling, animal therapy, and vocational training.
Contact source checked 2026-11-04
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Website in French; organization also operates in USA, England, Canada with registered charity status in multiple countries; serves Jewish children of all backgrounds (religious and non-religious, Ashkenazi and Sephardi)
Area as described on the organization's website, checked 2026-11-04
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Common questions
Who can I call for local help with food, rent or bills?
211 is a free, confidential service that connects people with local help for food, housing, utilities and more. Dial 211 or search on 211.org.
Source: 211.org: Call 211 for Essential Community Services - United Way 211 · checked 2026-11-07
Is there a helpline for New Jersey residents needing local services?
NJ 211 connects New Jersey residents to local help for food, housing, utilities and more, by phone or online.
Source: NJ 211: Need Help? Start Here · checked 2026-11-07
Where can I get a free kosher meal in New York?
Masbia runs kosher soup kitchens and food pantries in Brooklyn and Queens.
Source: Masbia: Masbia Soup Kitchen Network · checked 2026-11-07
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