They Survived the Unthinkable—Now They Need You
Saturday, July 19, 2025
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."
Psalm 147:3
Dear Friends,
When we think of the young people who come through our scholarship program, we think of resilience. We think of courage. And we think of Yehuda.
In 2011, Yehuda was just 17 when his life was forever changed. He was sitting with a friend in the Ramot neighborhood of Jerusalem when a terrorist stabbed him in the back and stomach—unprovoked and full of hate. He was rushed to Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital, suffering severe damage to his liver and lungs. And yet, even in those terrifying moments, he remained conscious, fighting for his life.
That was over a decade ago. The physical scars remain—but so does the hope.
Today Yehuda is in his 30s, married and a father. He went back to school to get a bachelor’s degree in law and become a lawyer. Yehuda was one of the students receiving a scholarship through Vision for Israel’s “Educational Advancement” initiative. These are not just scholarships. They are lifelines. They are the bridge from trauma to healing, from despair to dreams fulfilled.
Since 2018, Vision for Israel has stood with survivors like Yehuda. We’ve provided hundreds of scholarships to young men and women who’ve endured the trauma of terrorism. We know that education does more than open doors—it helps restore the soul.
Each student receives a scholarship of $430 (1,500 NIS). And this year, in honor of Barry’s birthday on July 15, we’re praying to raise funds to gift 100 students with scholarships—that’s 100 second chances.
Will you help us reach that goal?
Your support helps these students rise above their pasts, pursue degrees, and begin to build healthy, productive futures. Instead of being trapped by fear, they’re moving forward with courage. Instead of asking “Why me?”, they’re asking “What now?”
Every gift matters. Every scholarship you fund becomes a powerful statement: We see you. We believe in you. You are not alone.
Please dedicate your donation to “Educational Advancement” and give generously today. Together, we can meet each wounded heart with hope, healing, and a future worth fighting for.
Give now toward Educational Advancement.
Thank you for standing with Israel’s young survivors. And thank you for making Barry’s birthday one of blessing and purpose.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Barry & Batya