Transforming Lives in Israel
Join us in showing practical, tangible support for Israel and the Jewish people.
Fulfilling God’s Mandate to Bless Israel and the Jewish People
At Bridges for Peace, our mission: Christians supporting Israel and building relationships between Christians and Jews in Israel and around the world. We empower believers to stand alongside Israel and the Jewish community through practical humanitarian actions, education, and meaningful relationships with locals in Israel. We are committed to practically supporting the people of Israel and educating the worldwide Church about the importance of our Jewish roots. This embodies our dedication to fostering unity and understanding between Christians and Jews worldwide.
Why Bridges for Peace Exists
Relationships
Foster meaningful relationships between Christians and Jews worldwide.
Education
Educate and equip Christians on Israel's significance to our faith.
Support
Provide practical assistance, volunteer service and prayer support for Israel and the Jewish people.
Advocacy
Advocate Christian perspectives to Israeli leaders and the Jewish community.
Antisemitism
Combat antisemitism globally and uphold Israel's right to exist.
Measuring Our Impact in Israel
Your Trusted Partner in Israel for Over 58 Years
Bridges for Peace: A Legacy of Support for Israel
For over 58 years, Bridges for Peace has been dedicated to blessing the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. The heart and vision instilled by our founder, Dr. G. Douglas Young, is still alive and active today. In 1964, Dr. G. Douglas Young moved to Israel and embarked on a remarkable journey. He founded an educational organization that would later evolve into Bridges for Peace. When the Six-Day War of 1967 started, Young converted the school van into a makeshift ambulance, and his wife, Georgina, hosted Israeli soldiers and fed them homemade meals in their kitchen.
Continuing a Legacy of Love and Education
Their legacy of combining practical support, showing love to the Jewish people, and educating the worldwide Church on the truth about the nation of Israel continues today. In the more than half a century since Young established Bridges for Peace, volunteers from around the world continue to come to Israel to bless the Jewish people, show their love to this nation, and then return home as ambassadors for the Land and people of the Bible.
Uniting Christians and Jews for a Stronger Israel
Honored with the Yakir Yerushalayim (Worthy of Jerusalem) and Yakir Keren HaYesod awards, Bridges for Peace is driven by a deep, unwavering connection to Israel. We believe in the power of uniting Christians and Jews—standing together to foster understanding and strengthen Israel’s future. Our calling is clear: to stand with Israel always—in times of peace, crisis, and uncertainty. Through humanitarian projects that provide tangible aid to Israelis and educational initiatives that combat antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment worldwide, our global network remains steadfast. At all times, we choose to bless the Jewish people and stand with Israel—unapologetically and unshakably.
Making a Difference in Israel
At Bridges for Peace, our approach is grounded in action, compassion and partnership with boots on the ground in Israel. We are directly engaged with local municipalities and the Israeli government, ensuring our efforts have a real and lasting impact in the Holy Land. We operate on the ground, forging local partnerships to address the needs of Israel and its people. Our volunteer program attracts individuals from around the world, enabling them to contribute aid, forge meaningful connections and impact the Jewish people. Through these initiatives, we actively build bridges of understanding and support between Christians and Jews, fostering unity and transforming lives in Israel. Explore more ways you can get involved and join us in making a tangible difference.
Our Guiding Principles
It is our desire to see Christians and Jews working side by side for better understanding and a more secure Israel. Please click the link below to receive a copy of our doctrinal statement at Bridges for Peace.
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