Dear Friends, With great excitement, we share that ELEM/Youth in Distress in Israel is now American Friends of ELEM. With this name, we reflect our relationship of support, commitment, and unity…
The horrific news that six hostages, innocent and beautiful souls, were brutally murdered by Hamas has deeply shaken our community. Our hearts are with the families of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Ori…
Owl Creek Asset Management’s Jeffrey Altman donates $300,000 in support of ELEM’s mission to help at-risk youth throughout Israel New York, NY – July 26, 2024 – Founded in 1996,…
ELEM was honored to be a participant in the Tamchui project at the Rashi School in Boston, MA. For thirty years, this school-wide social justice initiative has taught students about…
We love sharing ELEM’s work and are so lucky to collaborate with incredible communities who welcome us. Recently we took part in two wonderful events that allowed us to share…
In February of this year, Galgal, our shelter for homeless young women was burned down. Immediately after the incident, the young women were referred other frameworks throughout the country. Though…
We are saddened to share with you the passing of ELEM’s Board Member Bobbie Glass. Bobbie has been a dedicated and passionate advocate for at-risk youth for decades and…
We are happy to share that in 2022 ELEM joined as a partner of a new, innovative Housing First program for young people engaged in prostitution. The partnership, which is…
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