For thousands of children, Israel Tennis & Education Centers offer more than sports and academics. All 24 locations across the country serve as a second home for young Jews seeking safety and stability in the wake of war.

On Aug. 13, nearly 100 local Jewish community members gathered at Beechmont Country Club in Orange and raised over $147,000 to help support one of the largest social service agencies for children in Israel.

The Israel Tennis & Education Centers was founded 49 years ago by six men, including the late Dr. Bill Lippy of Warren. Most of the centers are located in underprivileged communities and are designed to give children life skills to help them for the future.

It provides tutoring, mental health resources and hot meals, among other services, to upwards of 10,000 childr

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