The American Jewish Joint
Distribution Committee (JDC)

What is the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee?

The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is an American Jewish charitable organization with the declared mission to “serve the needs of Jews throughout the world, particularly where their lives as Jews are threatened or made more difficult.”

The organization focuses its effort on non-sectarian disaster relief, rescue of Jews that are in imminent danger, relief from hunger and other hardship, cultural renewal, and transitional assistance for individuals who are displaced or have immigrated. The JDC no longer limits itself to the humanitarian needs of Jews and operates a number of initiatives to help all people in need throughout the world, including recent drives to alleviate the situation in the Sudan, Indian Ocean tsunami relief, and the 2005 Kashmir earthquake.

How are they associated with Tufts Hillel?

Tufts Hillel participates in JDC sponsored events and activities such as:

• Alternative Summer Break 2010
• Lunch and Learn: The Ethiopian Jews of Israel (April 14, 2010)
• Rwanda Alternative Summer Break 2009
• Alternative Summer Break 2007

How can I find out more?

• Check out the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee online: http://www.jdc.org/

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