Paula White Cain Urges Donations for Israeli Projects Amid Gaza Conflict

Paula White Cain, President Donald Trump’s personal spiritual adviser, has called on her followers to donate "the first tenth of your gross income" to support her ministry's initiatives, particularly those aimed at aiding Israel. In a recent YouTube video, White Cain highlighted the impact of donations, stating that contributions have helped build a moshav, a cooperative agricultural settlement, in Ein HaBesor, Israel, following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Her ministry claims to have provided humanitarian relief to the area, which is located near the Gaza border.

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The October 7 attacks by Hamas and the subsequent conflict in Gaza have led to a notable shift in American public opinion regarding Israel. A survey conducted by Economist/YouGov in August 2025 indicated that unfavorable views of Israel among Americans increased from 42% to 53% since 2022, with significant rises in negative sentiment among both Democrats and Republicans. This changing landscape poses challenges for pro-Israel advocates like White Cain, who has historically supported Israel and its leadership.

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Paula White Cain is a prominent evangelical pastor and the president of Paula White Ministries, based in Apopka, Florida. She has been a close ally of Donald Trump, serving as his personal minister and head of the White House faith office during his presidency. White Cain has faced accusations of promoting the prosperity gospel, which suggests that donations to ministries will lead to personal prosperity, a claim she has consistently denied.

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In her appeal for donations, White Cain emphasized the humanitarian work her ministry has undertaken, including feeding over 30 million pounds of food and assisting vulnerable populations such as single mothers and human trafficking victims. She stated, "Thank you for being a generous and liberal giver and may God continue to bless you." Additionally, she has expressed a strong commitment to supporting Israel, asserting that her ministry's efforts are aligned with biblical principles.

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Critics have raised concerns about White Cain's promotion of the prosperity gospel, which they argue exploits followers' faith for financial gain. Despite these criticisms, White Cain maintains that her ministry's work is focused on humanitarian aid and supporting Israel, framing her fundraising efforts as a response to a moral and spiritual calling.

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White Cain's ministry is currently involved in the construction of a sports complex for children in Ein HaBesor, which is projected to cost approximately $1.5 million. There are no recent updates regarding the status of this project or the planned bomb-sheltered senior center in the village. As the situation in Gaza continues to evolve, the implications of White Cain's fundraising efforts and the broader American sentiment towards Israel remain to be seen.

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• “I believe that it's so important to honor God with his tithe. An offering, that’s free will,” — Paula White Cain, Pastor and President of Paula White Ministries

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• “This relates not only to the Jewish people but also to the nation of Israel. And in this pivotal moment in human history, we are called to STAND with ISRAEL! This isn’t about politics; this is about living in harmony with the WORD of God!” — Paula White Cain, on her ministry's commitment to Israel.

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