Mishpacha Orphanage

Chanukah celebration
A Chanukah Celebration Filled with Light, Dance, and Joy

In honor of Chanukah, families, students, and teachers gathered for an unforgettable evening of movement and light. Children and teens took the stage with smiles, bringing the story of Chanukah…

A Joyous Shabbaton Filled With Friendship, Learning, and Light

Surrounded by the breathtaking Carpathian mountains, our girls enjoyed a truly unforgettable Shabbaton filled with friendship, joy, and renewed strength. From the lively train ride to the meaningful group activities,…

The Power of Words, The Joy of Learning

In honor of Ukrainian Language and Literacy Day, Mishpacha’s classrooms in Odessa filled with the sounds of learning and laughter. Students worked side by side, creating bright posters, poems, and…

Former French Prime Minister Finds Strength in Jewish Orphans

This past Sunday, a remarkable visit led by former French Prime Minister and current Chair of the France–Ukraine Friendship Group in the French Parliament, Gabriel Attal, took place at FJC’s…

German Politician Takes Shelter with Jewish Orphans

Katrin Göring-Eckardt, a member of the German Bundestag, was forced to rush to a shelter together with Jewish children during an air raid siren in Odessa, Ukraine, while visiting the…

Marking The “First Bell” Celebration at Mishpacha Children’s Home in Odessa

The halls of Mishpacha Children’s Home in Odessa, Ukraine, rang with laughter and excitement as students reunited with friends and teachers for the “First Bell” celebration that marked the beginning…

Odessa’s Historic Shul Hit by Russian Drone Strike

A Russian drone attack struck Odessa in Ukraine in August, causing direct damage to its historic synagogue located in the Peresyp area. The synagogue, which served for decades as the…

A Summer of Joy and Healing for Mishpacha’s Children

Laughter, the crunch of hiking boots, and the hum of summer adventures fill the air as more than 120 children from Mishpacha Children’s Home in Ukraine enjoy an unforgettable camp…

Witnessing Hope: German Officials Meet Odessa’s Resilient Children

Germany’s Foreign Minister and top diplomats visited Mishpacha Orphanage in Odessa to see firsthand how 124 amazing kids are thriving—despite the war. In a moving and high-profile state visit, Germany’s…

Odessa Under Fire: Rocket Hits Near Jewish Orphanage — Children Miraculously Saved in Shelter

Odessa, Ukraine – A tense and terrifying night unfolded in Odessa as a heavy barrage of rockets struck the city. One of the most severe impacts occurred near the “Mishpacha”…