Jewish Organizations Face Mission Drift Amid Prolonged Israel Crisis Response
Jewish organizations worldwide have experienced a significant shift in their missions following the events of October 7, when Hamas attacked Israel. Initially, these organizations mobilized in crisis mode, raising over $900 million to support Israel-focused emergency responses. However, this temporary pivot has extended beyond two years, leading to a sustained reorientation of priorities. Many organizations that previously focused on combating poverty, supporting mental health services, and fighting bigotry have redirected their efforts towards Israel-related work. This shift has resulted in a phenomenon known as 'mission drift,' where organizations move away from their original focus areas to align with new funding priorities. As a result, Israeli NGOs working on overseas humanitarian aid have reported significant funding losses, with 27 out of 70 such organizations losing support. This reallocation of resources has created a divide within the Jewish community, as younger generations seek to establish alt... 
