Since 1914, the Joint has been active in 70 countries, providing a safety net for Jews in distress, strengthening and building Jewish communities, and supplying relief and rescue services in times of crisis and disaster.
In Israel, the JDC operates as a center for social research and development (R&D) in strategic cooperation with the national government, municipalities and local authorities, the non-profit and business sectors, as well as other partners, to shape the socioeconomic future of Israel together.
Since its inception, the organization has invested more than NIS 10 billion ($3 billion) to help meet the social and humanitarian needs of Israeli society. Joint Israel reflects the commitment of Diaspora Jewry to participate in the efforts of the people of Israel to build a strong society.