Lighting Up Faces for Chanukah
The children enjoyed holiday music, dancing, arts & crafts projects, special food, and of course – sufganiyot – jelly donuts! According to David Roth, President of American Friends of Meir Panim, “every child deserves a happy Chanukah. The smiles on their faces when they see the donuts and decorations are priceless.” In addition, 300 tickets […]
Clean House, Part II
It was concerning an 80 year-old man, living alone, in deplorable, unsanitary conditions. His appalling living conditions were such a health hazard that he was sent to the hospital for treatment. After many hours of hard work, Ilanit and a team of volunteers were able to restore the house to a sanitary and sparkling condition. […]
Wet and Welcome in Jerusalem
Led by Rabbi Alan Lucas of Temple Beth Sholom of Roslyn Heights, the group was eager to get to work. Despite the cold and wet, the atmosphere was warm and cheerful. Everyone donned their red Meir Panim aprons, ready to help and contribute in any way they could. The kitchen was soon buzzing with the […]
Celebrating Israel’s Independence Day in Haifa
Upon their arrival, they were delighted to see the usual set up transformed into an outdoor cafe. Tables were arranged outside, and the aroma of grilling delicacies permeated the air. Meir Panim staff and volunteers made a concerted effort to give the atmosphere an air of festivity. The regular menu was replaced by grilled meats […]
A Sweet Evening for Meir Panim
The Wednesday evening event, which was co- sponsored by the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale, Riverdale Jewish Center, Young Israel of Riverdale and Young Israel of North Riverdale, drew approximately 30 women, many of whom brought their daughters. All watched in rapt attention as renowned pastry chef Gitti Allman demonstrated her skill with frosting and fondant. […]
Meir Panim Distributes 10,000 Food Cards to the Needy for Passover
Each card is worth 250 NIS or $72 and can be used to purchase holiday items such as matzah, chicken soup, vegetables, and many other staples of a Passover Seder. In addition, over 1,200 individuals participated in meaningful Seder ceremonies, hosted by Meir Panim in eight locations throughout the country. In the Free Restaurants where […]
Meir Panim in France Hosts Fundraiser
Among the 320 guests that attended the gala was Bertrand De Lanoe, the Mayor of Paris and Aviram Dahari, the Mayor of Kiryat Gat as well as representatives of the Jewish community in Paris. A gourmet meal was prepared and served to attendees by some of the world’s leading chefs and the Philharmonic Orchestra delivered […]
Meir Panim UK raises £100,000 for Needy Children in Israel
Sir Erich Reich, Meir Panim UK’s chairman said of the event, “I am absolutely delighted at the extraordinary success of our first fundraising charity dinner. The funds we raised will go to help Meir Panim with their work in providing hot meals for thousands of underprivileged Israeli children as well as Holocaust survivors.” Throughout the […]
AFMP Partners with jdeal to Raise Money for Needy Israelis
The deal is to spend $5.50 and through an anonymous matching donor, provide $11 worth of food – two meals – for children in need. As an added bonus, each deal purchased earns the buyer a raffle entry to win two round trip tickets to Israel. Additionally, 100% of the profits go to Meir Panim. […]
Memorable Experience at the Jerusalem Restaurant
Keen to see for herself the valuable work of the organization and to assist them with new food ideas, Denise spent a whole morning at the restaurant, preparing a scrumptious dish for lunch. The smell of roasted vegetables, brown sugar and cinnamon filled the air and her original dish blended perfectly with the couscous, prepared […]
