Main Appeal Events Archive

Thanks to our dedicated volunteers

UIA held two Super Sunday phoneathons across all the divisions during which we saw many of our dedicated volunteers helping out. Precious funds were raised for Israel and it was amazing to see the generosity and warmth from the Melbourne Jewish Community.

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Campaign Launch

“UIA is not about philanthropy. It’s about building a viable homeland for the Jewish people. UIA is about investing in ourself, in our children.” This was the message of the World Chairman of the KH-UIA ...

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Significant Growth in the Number of Immigrants to Israel in 2011

Source: JAFI According to reports on aliyah figures down at the end of the Jewish year in September, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of Jews who chose to make  their homes in Israel. According to the Jewish Agency, some 21,300 Jews moved ...

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2011 UIA Annual General Meeting

2011 has been a very busy year for UIA Victoria as reflected in a successful campaign highlighted at the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 29 November. $22.95 million was remitted to Keren Hayesod from Australia, ...

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Yom Ha’atzmaut Mission to Israel Information Evening

An information session for the 2012 Yom Ha’atzmaut Mission was held in early November. Guests were introduced to the itinerary and the variety of activities that have been planned for this jam packed 13 day, 12 night adventure throughout Israel.  If you are interested in ...

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Tracing our Jewish roots at the Seniors Outing to Bendigo

2 full buses of over 100 people enjoyed the seniors outing to Bendigo on Tuesday 15th November. We took a wonderful day trip to beautiful Bendigo and thoroughly enjoyed the surroundings and crisp fresh air. ...

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What is UIA all about??

UIA Executive Director and Shlicha Amit Tzur-Tal discusses the UIA on the Shtick last week.

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2011 Seniors Outing

Please join us for a day of fun and adventure as we take a tour to beautiful Bendigo on Tuesday 15 November. Please see flyer below for full details. Book now to avoid disappointment. ...

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2011 UIA Annual General Meeting

The United Israel Appeal invites you to the 2011 Annual General Meeting. Join us for this wonderful evening as we sum up our activities and achievements for 2011, present our figures and acknowledge our outstanding volunteers and donors through a recognition award ceremony....

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A new direction for Global Young Leadership

“Global Young Leadership - Where are we heading?” was the theme for the 2011 UIA Volunteers Dinner held at South Caulfield Shule Hall on Tuesday 30th August. YUIA Chairman David Boyar MC'ed the evening which took on a new and fresh approach this year.

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Our Mission Statement:

Keren Hayesod- United Israel Appeal, through a partnership between Israel and Diaspora communities, mobilises support for Israel and the rescue of Jews in distress.

By encouraging and assisting in Aliyah and absorption, Keren Hayesod saves Jewish lives, strengthens Jewish identity, fortifies the fabric of Israeli society and reinforces solidarity within the Jewish people.