Actionable Ways to Support Israeli Products: Online & Locally
You don’t have to walk the streets of Jerusalem to support the people who live there. Every time you buy a handmade item from Israel, you’re doing something deeply spiritual: blessing the land that gave us our Savior.
Published May 2, 2025.
As Christians, our hearts are drawn to the land where Jesus walked, healed, wept, and rose again. It’s not just a place on the map—it’s where the story of our salvation unfolded.
That connection doesn’t have to stay spiritual or distant. You can show love for the Holy Land practically: by buying from the people who live there.
Supporting Israeli businesses, especially those run by Jewish and Christian artisans, is a way to stand with the people of the Bible during moments of both joy and hardship.
As it says in Genesis 12:3, “I will bless those who bless you."
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Why You Should Support Israeli Products
1. You’re Investing in a Nation Fueled by Purpose and Innovation
Israel isn’t just a place of ancient stones and Scripture. It’s also a global leader in creativity and invention. Known as the “Startup Nation,” Israel has more startups per capita than any other country. It ranks among the world’s most innovative economies, despite its small size and constant security pressures.
Behind these innovations are real people—entrepreneurs, engineers, artists—many of whom are building businesses not just for profit, but for meaning. That’s something Christians can connect with.
Supporting Israeli-made goods means putting your money into a society that values hard work, resourcefulness, and purpose. It’s good soil.
You’re not just buying a product. You’re saying, “I see your effort. I believe in what you’re building.”
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2. You’re Standing With Resilient Families Who Won’t Give Up
When conflict or crisis hits, Israeli businesses don’t crumble. They adapt. During the 2023 Gaza conflict, many artisans turned to global platforms, running online campaigns that kept their families afloat.
These aren’t faceless corporations. They’re mother's hand-packing olive oil. Fathers who carve crosses from Bethlehem olive wood. College students who run pop-up bakeries in between air raid sirens.
Your purchase helps someone get through the month. That’s it. That simple. You may never meet them, but your dollars are felt.
And when you support those who persevere through trials, you're doing something deeply biblical.
» Read our guide on buying Israeli products
3. You Help Keep the Holy Land Heritage Alive
Bethlehem. Galilee. Nazareth. These aren’t just words from a Bible map. They’re home to craftsmen who still use ancient methods passed down for generations—hand-chiseling wood, spinning clay, bottling oils, and framing Scripture in gold leaf.
Buying their goods isn’t about collecting trinkets. It’s about holding a physical reminder of the land that birthed your faith. It’s about helping that land thrive.
Handmade goods from Israel aren’t mass-produced. They’re prayed over, labored over, and sent with purpose. And each one you buy keeps these holy traditions alive.
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4. You Support the Only Free Market Democracy in the Region
Israel isn’t perfect, but it is unique. It’s the only democratic nation in the Middle East with full rights for women, religious minorities, and a thriving entrepreneurial spirit. That alone is worth backing.
In 2022, Israeli exports hit $165 billion, even as tourism dropped and instability rose. The reason? People like you buy their goods from across the world.
When you spend money on Israeli products, you create jobs. You support peace through commerce. You strengthen a society that defends freedom of religion, including Christianity. And you affirm your place in the bigger story God is writing in the land He chose.
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What kinds of Israeli products can you buy?
Here’s what Israel is best known for, and why the world pays attention:
- Dead Sea Skincare: Rich in minerals, used in global beauty routines, trusted for healing.
- Agricultural Technology: Drip irrigation started here. It now waters crops in Africa, India, and the U.S.
- Handmade Judaica and Christian gifts: Olive wood carvings, menorahs, communion sets, and psalm-inscribed jewelry.
- Tech Innovations: Products like Waze and the USB stick were invented in Israel. That same culture of problem-solving fuels everyday consumer goods, too.
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3 Ways to Support Israeli Makers—No Plane Ticket Required
1. Subscribe to an Israel Subscription Box, Like Artza
Artza sends curated boxes filled with handmade products from artisans across Israel—Jerusalem, Galilee, Nazareth, and beyond. You get soaps, snacks, ceramics, Scripture decor, and more. Each box focuses on one region and includes stories from the people who made it.
Artza creates steady income for small businesses, many in conflict-affected areas. Artisans get exposure, repeat orders, and emotional support. You get a tangible connection to the land of the Bible. It’s one of the easiest, most meaningful ways to make a difference.
Faith. Culture. Connection—Delivered
Bring the Holy Land into your home with Artza. Each seasonal box is filled with faith-filled treasures from Israeli artisans, connecting you to the land of Jesus.
SUBSCRIBE NOW2. Support Israeli Artisans on Etsy or Amazon Handmade
Filter by location. Look for sellers based in Israel. Check that the products are made there, not just shipped from there.
Etsy and Amazon give artisans access to the global market. But competition is fierce. Your purchase helps them stay afloat—and shows them their work matters to someone across the ocean.
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3. Shop From a Website for Israeli Products
There are online stores that sell only Israeli-made products—from Dead Sea cosmetics to Scripture-based art. You can search by item type, religious meaning, or region.
Many of these sellers don’t speak English or have the tools to run their sites. These platforms act as bridges. Every time you buy from them, you support families directly. You also help preserve traditional crafts, like hand-thrown pottery, embroidery, and silverwork.
How to Support Israeli Products Locally
You don’t have to order everything online. Here are ways to back Israeli producers in person:
1. Shop at Local Israeli Import Stores
Dead Sea products, Israeli wine, kosher spices, Jerusalem-made jewelry—you’ll find them in specialty shops in many cities. Some stores host demos, tastings, or even Shabbat-themed events.
Buying there helps local shops and boosts Israeli exports at the same time.
2. Visit a Synagogue or Jewish Community Gift Fairs
During Hanukkah, Passover, or Purim, many synagogues host vendor fairs featuring Israeli-made crafts. Some of the proceeds go directly to Israeli charities.
Even better? You often get to talk to sellers who’ve visited the artisans personally or have family in Israel. That kind of connection deepens the meaning of what you’re buying.
3. Start a Grassroots “Buy Israeli” Campaign
If you’re part of a church, small group, or homeschool co-op, get together and make a plan.
- Host a pop-up market after Sunday service
- Share your favorite Israeli brands on Instagram
- Organize a “Support the Holy Land” gift drive during Christmas
When you act as a community, your impact multiplies.
» Find out how you can support small Israeli businesses with Artza
Want to Go Further?
- Bring Israeli goods home from your next trip to the Holy Land, and gift them to friends.
- Invite an Israeli business owner to share their story at your church via Zoom.
- Create gift bags for church events using products from Israel.
- Speak up when others question your support for Israel. A kind word shared in truth can go a long way.
- Every dollar you spend is a seed. Every item you buy is a bridge. Every act of support is a prayer in motion.
- You don’t have to be in Jerusalem to bless Jerusalem. You just have to care enough to act.
» Read the inspirational stories of the artisans from the Holy Land
A Simple Way to Bless What God Loves
God’s promises to Israel weren’t just ancient—they’re still alive. And so is your opportunity to take part in them.
When you support Israeli artisans, you do more than just shop. You bless a people God loves. You hold a piece of the land that shaped your faith. You take part in something bigger than yourself.
If you want to start today, here’s a simple step: Take a look the Christian collection from Artza—featuring hand-carved olive wood, Scripture-based home décor, and faith-filled gifts from the heart of Israel. Every item tells a story. Every purchase makes a difference.
Your support matters. Not just in theory. In real, personal ways.
