Aliyah Return Center Switzerland
From Switzerland, we wholeheartedly support the important work of the Aliyah Return Center (ARC) in Israel.
I will rejoice over them to do them good and will truly plant them in this Land with all My heart and with all My soul.
Jeremiah 32:41
Building bridges between Israel and the Nations
Our purpose is to equip Christians in Switzerland to be a practical and spiritual blessing to the Jewish people and to stand against antisemitism.
Our vision is for believers from the nations to join in with God’s heart for Israel, her return and her restoration.
I will take you from among the nations, gather you out of all countries, and bring you into your own land. –Ezekiel 36:24
What We Do
Building Community Support
Join us in our mission to provide housing, charity programs, and essential support to Jewish New Immigrants in Israel and make a difference in their lives.
Supporting Israel
Offering comprehensive humanitarian aid, support, and a community hub for supporters of Israel and the vision of Aliyah.
5,000+
ARC has supported up to 5,000 Jewish new immigrants since 2013
2,500+
2,500 Israelis Lost Their Homes to Iranian Missiles
500+
Number of individuals receiving humanitarian aid
History of Aliyah
The waves of Aliyah from 1882 to the present.
Overlooking the Rhine River from the balcony of the Three Kings Hotel in Basel, Switzerland, taken during the Fifth Zionist Congress (December, 1901)
Righteous Among the Nations
In Switzerland
As Swiss Vice-Consul in Budapest, Hungary from 1942 to 1945, Lutz is credited with saving over 60,000 Hungarian Jews, most likely more than any other individual during the Holocaust. He invented the Schutzbrief (protective letter), issuing tens of thousands of documents to provide Jews with Swiss protection, and established 76 safe houses in Budapest. Working with his wife, Gertrud Lutz, also honored as Righteous Among the Nations, he negotiated with Nazi and Hungarian authorities to halt deportations. His efforts were recognized by Yad Vashem in 1964, marking him as the first Swiss national to receive this honor.
A Swiss border police commander in St. Gallen, Grüninger defied orders from August 1938 to April 1939 by allowing approximately 3,600 Jewish refugees to enter Switzerland illegally, falsifying documents to indicate they arrived before border restrictions tightened. He also provided clothing and aid to refugees, setting up a camp near Diepoldsau. His actions led to his dismissal, a criminal trial, fines, and loss of pension, but he never regretted his choices, stating they were a matter of saving lives. Yad Vashem recognized him as Righteous Among the Nations in 1971, and his conviction was annulled in 1992.
Meet the Team
Discover the passionate, dedicated team behind ARC Switzerland
Don and his family moved to Switzerland from Israel in 2023. Since 1999, Don has been actively involved with various Israel related ministries and holds a degree from Israel College of the Bible.
Chaim made Aliyah at the age of 15 is a passionate advocate for Israel. He attended the Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya – now Reichman University – where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy, graduating in 2013. Today, his mission is to build global support for Israel and the Jewish people.
Prayer & Spiritual Mobilization
Mobilize national Swiss prayer covering for Jewish communities facing rising antisemitism and build a national movement of watchmen for Israel
Monthly Aliyah Shabbat Gatherings and organize educational seminars and study groups
Gather Swiss believers for corporate worship & intercession and for annual national Aliyah event
Church & Community outreach providing teaching about Aliyah in prophecy while addressing the question of Israel in God’s plan of salvation
Swiss social media presence
Swiss collection & volunteer mobilization to facilitate service opportunities with ARC Israel
Emergency Aliyah assistance and aid
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FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about ARC Switzerland.
ARC is a prophecy-fulfilling, charitable organization that helps Jewish New Immigrants establish roots and thrive in the Land of Israel. We offer comprehensive humanitarian aid and essential support, including housing, charity programs, and a community hub.
Until the time when ARC Switzerland is registered as a separate association, all donations should be directed through one of our sister organizations (Netherlands, UK, Canada, USA, and Israel).
Note: For Swiss and EU residents, ARC Netherland is able to issue receipts for donations.
There are many ways to donate to the work of the Aliyah Return Center in Israel. You can choose the method that works best for you and your budget. Every donation makes a difference and helps support our mission.
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