The Jewish Innovation
E-Zion, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to producing quality original educational material on Zionist history. We have created a series of 37 documentary films with only 10 more to complete. They can be seen on our website at Zionism101.org.
Our goal is to inspire Jews and non-Jews alike by teaching the history that led to Israel’s rebirth. Surveys have shown that Jews are becoming indifferent to Israel. The younger the Jews, the more indifferent they become. The reason is a failure to educate.
Help us give our children the tools they need to defend themselves. Help us reach adults, too, who are looking for a positive and accurate understanding of the Jewish state. Together we can turn the tide.
The Impact
We are faced with growing anti-Semitism in the world, particularly among Muslims radicalized by the ISIS brand of Islam. Young Jews in schools today encounter growing hostility toward Israel. Often, they are unprepared to deal with the anti-Zionist rhetoric. These attacks have their impact, not least of which is driving uneducated Jews away from their community. As one leader of the American Jewish Congress said, young Jews fuzzy on their Middle East history are susceptible to becoming “allies of our enemies,” and “might opt out of the community entirely.”
Our Zionism film series, the first in over three decades, betters the situation by supplying the population with the background they will need to stand up to world bigotry and hate. Students will learn about Zionism and gain the pride and confidence that comes with a raised awareness of this unique and proud moment in Jewish history.
There is clear evidence that building a connection to Israel strengthens one’s Jewish identity. It seems only logical then to develop this connection. In the process of learning about the whys and wherefores of Israel’s existence, students will inevitably come to a deeper understanding of themselves as Jews.
What Will You Do with the Money?
We have produced 37 films from past donations of people that support our cause. We are in the home-stretch with only 10 films to go. But those 10 films are all-important. They tell the life story and contributions of three major figures in Zionist history: Chaim Weizmann, David Ben-Gurion and Vladimir Jabotinsky. Each one of these historical figures will have their story told in a four-part series. We have come very far but we need your help! The items below are required to complete our films:
➢ Archival footage
➢ Archival photographs
➢ Voice-over artists
➢ Editor
➢ Animator
➢ Music
➢ Film Festival submission fees
It is incredible to think that there hasn’t been a comprehensive film series on Zionism in over three decades. It’s a story of struggle, courage and sacrifice and one that deserves to be told and retold. Our plan is to put donations toward completing the series and promoting its use in schools.
We are so close to completion. Help us make this documentary series a reality at a time when it is so desperately needed!!
