Friday, April 22, 2011

Western Wall

The Problem: In honor of Passover, here is a charity that supports the Western Wall. There are 4 support walls remaining from the temple in Jersusalem which was destroyed in 70 CE. The Western Wall was closest to the Holy of Holies. "It became a place of prayer and yearning for Jews around the world." Millions of people visit annually. The site needs maintenance and renovation.

Who: Western Wall Heritage Foundation

Why are they special? The site includes the Wall, the plaza before it, and tunnels. The American office seeks to rasie funds to supplement the Israeli government's spending on the location.

Where: New York City

Started: 1988

General site: Home page

Live web cam of the Western Wall. Internet Explorer suggested.

Charity Navigator report. Has the organization's highest rating.

Link to help: Donate

Deductible? Yes

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