Chai Lifeline’s National Gala drew more than 800 guests to celebrate and support the organization’s critical work on Tuesday, December 17 at Pier Sixty, New York City. The evening, themed “Shining Together,” highlighted the vital impact of Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading health and crisis support network.

From December 13–15, 2024, the Stella K. Abraham Family Center on the Jack & Moishe Horn Campus, home of Camp Simcha and Camp Simcha Special, was filled with warmth and connection as Chai Lifeline hosted a weekend retreat for families living with pediatric cancer.

This Chanukah, Chai Lifeline will illuminate the lives of children and families facing illness through an extraordinary series of celebrations across the country. From festive parties to hospital visits, Chai Lifeline regions are working tirelessly to ensure that every child experiences the warmth and joy of the holiday.  

Chai Lifeline is excited to announce the launch of its annual Chanukah Toy Drive, spreading light and joy to thousands of children across the globe. This heartwarming initiative ensures that children and families facing serious illness, crisis, or loss experience the magic of Chanukah through carefully selected gifts tailored to their specific needs and interests.  

Chai Lifeline, the international children’s health support network, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of its highly anticipated new center in New Jersey. The Hanachas Even Hapinah ceremony, held earlier today, marks the beginning of a transformative chapter for Chai Lifeline New Jersey, with the new facility set to serve as the heart of all current and future services for the community.

As the Yomim Tovim approach, families throughout the Jewish community are getting ready for a time of celebration and connection. However, for families facing the challenge and isolation of serious illness, this time of year can be particularly difficult. Chai Lifeline, dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by illness and crisis throughout the year, is there to ease their burdens in meaningful ways, allowing these families to experience the joy and warmth of the holidays despite the medical challenges they face.

The Roth&Co Harmony of Hope Benefit Concert, held Sunday, September 8, was an overwhelming success, with more than 1,800 members of the greater Chicago community coming together to support Chai Lifeline Midwest. The sold-out event at the Copernicus Center featured heartwarming performances, moving tributes, and a powerful show of solidarity for local children and families facing illness and crisis.

Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha, a beacon of hope and joy for children with cancer, disabilities, and other serious illnesses, is proud to announce the launch of the “Eternal Simcha: A Sefer Torah Legacy Campaign.” This alumni-led initiative aims to dedicate a Sefer Torah to be permanently housed at Camp Simcha, providing a symbol of achdus [unity] and chizuk [strength] for its campers, Chai Lifeline families, and the broader community.