The Enemies of America are only beginning with the Jews December 2023 NEWSLETTER Who We Are Our Mission Following the October 7th massacre of Jews in Israel and amid a violent surge of global antisemitism, we find ourselves in an unprecedented time of darkness. Following the largest Jewish slaughter since the Holocaust, as the Jewish community mourned, the rest of the world responded with zealous anti-Jewish hate. Despite this wave of international hatred, the Jewish people are more unified than ever. And more proactive. In the glow of unification and in our collective purpose, we find light.  As we light the final Hanukkah candle, we must sustain our drive. We must sustain Jewish unity. We must bolster our grassroots efforts. To successfully fight antisemitism, we must remain on the offensive and hold antisemites accountable. Let’s remember the images of the Zionist pride that has flocked to the streets of Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and throughout the US. And find solace in our solidarity. This Hanukkah, may we bring light to the world, witness the sparks of victory, eradicate Hamas. free the hostages and ensure “Never Again” is backed with action. In our most recent article, “Attacks on Jews are an attack on the West,” we shine a light on the true face of this wave of darkness Jews currently face. And we highlight how our enemies are no ours alone, but also enemies of the entire West. While the scale and scope of our fight may be daunting, it’s one to protect the tenants of western values and life. And we remain steadfast in our path. To strategically fight our enemies with courage, conviction, and clarity, we must unite with all Americans. Now is this the time to become the Maccabees of our generation. In our 2016 article, “Instilling Jewish pride, building courage and fostering brotherhood,” we delve into the epic story of the Maccabees. We also recount the wonderful gifts we must provide the young generation on Hanukkah. For the Jewish people to thrive: we must instill pride, courage, persistence, knowledge, innovation, belief, brotherhood and passion. This holiday season, may our strength guide us to be a shining light in the face of darkness, and a spark of hope for America and the West. If you're interested in partnering with us to fight antisemitism, support the State of Israel, and protect American democracy, we would love to hear from you. Lastly, we invite you to learn more about the TalkIsrael, a non-profit that aims to positively change the conversation about Israel among American teens using social media. Wishing you all the best, Gila and Adam Milstein Would You Like to Join the L.A. Impact Forum? The Impact Forum is an exclusive network of philanthropists based in Los Angeles. Its mission is to connect like-minded donors with exceptional nonprofit organizations that fight antisemitism, strengthen American Democracy, and support the State of Israel. Please save the date for our next Impact Forum dinner on Thursday, February 1st featuring Ambassador David Friedman.  The goal of the Impact Forum events is to provide financial support to innovative and effective nonprofits. Register Here Attacks on Jews are an attack on the West – opinion This article was originally published in the Jerusalem Post on December 2nd, 2023. "Although Jews are a major target of these Islamo-Leftist groups, their ultimate target has always been America and Western civilization. The wave of antisemitism flooding America since October 7 is a stark reminder that Antisemitism is first and utmost an American problem, it’s a danger to America – and the core values that have been the bedrock of this country’s rise." Read More Jerusalem Post Interview: Antisemitism is not a Jewish problem but an American one The ultimate target of the Islamo-Leftist alliance is not the Jews but rather, Western civilization and the United States. In his interview with Maayan Hoffman, Adam Milstein, who regularly shares his views on Israel and antisemitism in the pages of The Jerusalem Post, stated that antisemitism should not be presented as a Jewish problem. It is, in his words, “an American problem. This is not about the Jews. We’re just the canary in the coal mine. This is about America and the West.” Video Found Here Stand By Me with Gila Milstein "With a warm heart and open arms, Stand By Me is the extended family in support of its brothers and sisters on their road to recovery." Gila Milstein President Stand by Me is a nonprofit organization led by Gila Milstein since 2009. Its mission is to provide daily support to Israeli-American cancer patients and their families living in Los Angeles. Please consider donating to ensure that Stand by Me can continue to fulfill its mission to make sure no one faces cancer alone in our community. Watch this heartwarming video here to learn more about Stand By Me Stand By Me is in need of psychologists and therapists who can donate their time to provide emotional support and assistance to our members and their families. If you would like to join our family of volunteers, please fill out this form or call our office at (818) 664-4100. "To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world." For more information, please visit our website at www.StandByMeLA.org Instilling Jewish pride, building courage and fostering brotherhood – opinion This article was originally published in the Jerusalem Post on December 12, 2016. "Discovering and channeling your passion in life to make a difference in the world is the key to personal fulfillment. If you don’t make each day matter and don’t have passion for how you spend your time and resources, you don’t have much at all. Each and every day – not just on Hanukka – I strive to give my children and grandchildren the encouragement to discover their passion and purpose, and the support to channel that passion into careers, families, leadership, community and the country in which we all live. This Hanukka, let us give and inspire all eight of these gifts – and many more – to enrich the lives of our young generations, strengthen our families and secure our common future. By uncovering and unleashing the light in all of us, we can continue the miracle of Hanukka, year after year, writing a new chapter in the ancient story of the Jewish people." Read More Spotlight Organization TalkIsrael aims to create a more positive and constructive dialogue about Israel among American teens using the power of social media. They believe in the power of young people to shape the future. Since the October 7 terror attack in Israel, TalkIsrael has been reaching millions of young Americans with their inspiring and authentic content about Israel. By featuring and empowering young content creators TalkIsrael spotlights the unity and resilience of the Jewish people in Israel and around the world. Through its free programs, workshops, and experiences, TalkIsrael provides guidance, mentorship, and support to young storytellers, enabling them to become advocates for positive change. Workshops such as "How to Talk about Israel in Times of Crisis", have empowered high-schoolers, college students, and Mechinot participants in the U.S. and Israel to share their Israel-related stories online. TalkIsrael's impact extends worldwide. Their coverage of relevant events, combined with strategic partnerships with relevant nonprofits and content creators, has resulted in videos garnering millions of views. For more information about TalkIsrael’s programs and opportunities follow TalkIsrael on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Please consider supporting TalkIsrael's ongoing work during this conflict, and beyond. MFF is proud to support TalkIsrael Let's Connect! The Adam and Gila Milstein Family Foundation | 15910 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 700, Encino, CA 91436 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!