The difference two Bat Mitzvah girls can make!
They contacted Meir Panim, and together devised a project whereby the girls could really affect the lives of the less fortunate. The girls got to work and raised over $13,000 towards the funding of Food Shopping Cards! On Thursday, June 16th, both girls, along with their extended families and friends, arrived at Meir Panim’s Jerusalem […]
Building bridges between New York and Kiryat Malachi
After talking it over with her mother, they decided to contact Meir Panim, who connected them with a sixth-grade class in a development town in Southern Israel known as Kiryat- Malachi. Back in New York, Isabelle (nicknamed “Izzy”) formed a group of classmates and friends who were interested in connecting with peers in Israel. They […]
Another successful summer!
All the children who attended our day camps were referred to us via our after-school youth clubs or the local welfare departments. If not for the summer camps, many of these kids would be home alone, or wandering the streets,” said David Roth, President of American Friends of Meir Panim. “Day camp ensures that the […]
A Super Summer with a Super “Savta”
When the American family returned home, they did not forget Y. They decided they wanted to help her attend summer camp. “Savta” (Grandma) Esther, who runs Meir Panim’s after-school club in Kiryat Gat, reported that Y. was needed at home this summer. Her mother needs to work, leaving 11-year old Y. to look after her […]
Congratulations to Sheryl Soskel, who won two round trip tickets to Israel!
Cook up a dish for yourself, and help the hungry too!
Denise explains, “I want to do away with the traditional view of Jewish food as being heavy and boring, and show that it can be exciting and varied, reflecting all the food styles of the world. The app will enable the user to choose from a selection of hundreds of tried and tested recipes from […]
Meir Panim Free Summer Camps for Children in Need
Most of the children are already enrolled in Meir Panim’s after-school clubs. Many of their families cannot afford to send their children to summer camp. Meir Panim summer programs offer fun and educational activities for children in a relaxed and supportive setting. If not for the Meir Panim summer camps, many of these kids would […]
Meir Panim Cleans House
It was concerning an 80 year-old man, living alone, in deplorable, unsanitary conditions. His appalling living conditions not only endangered him, but also those living nearby. The request was very clear: help us clean and clear his home. Despite the enormous difficulties involved, Ilanit did not hesitate. Within minutes, she mobilized volunteers, preparing them for […]
From San Francisco and Kiryat Gat to Jerusalem
Thanks to the Jewish Federations of North America and Meir Panim, Scarlett of San Francisco and Yamit of Kiryat Gat got to meet face-to-face. The girls have been corresponding for a while now, exchanging letters and forging a very special long-distance relationship. And now, finally, the two 11-year olds met to volunteer together at Meir […]
Or Akiva Celebrates A Brit Milah
The Meir Panim staff and family hosted a Brit Milah ceremony for one of their needy families in the community. The hot meal was generously provided by Meir Panim’s free restaurant and all the daily patrons from the restaurant were invited to attend. The event created a wonderful and positive atmosphere.
