Summer Fun for Holocaust Survivors with Meir Panim
Meir Panim’s Holocaust Survivor Day Center is a very special project which takes place in our Dimona branch. Caring for a group of Holocaust survivors daily, and providing them with the opportunity to age in place and in a community, allows Meir Panim to alleviate years of trauma and stress that they faced in their […]
Meet Ilanit, Or Akiva Branch Manager
Over thirteen years ago, Ilanit Hafuta started Meir Panim’s Or Akiva branch after seeing first-hand how many people in the surrounding area needed help. Along with dedicated volunteers, Ilanit prepares over 800 meals at the branch each day, the majority of which are delivered locally. Ilanit’s hard work and dedication help countless people break the […]
Building Lifelong Relationships at Meir Panim
At Meir Panim, our dedicated staff and volunteers not only work to change lives every day but also build relationships that last a lifetime. They do this by providing food, support services, and therapy for those in need. One example was Vika, who earlier this year reached out when her life had hit rock bottom. […]
Celebrating the Light of Chanukah in Or Akiva
This past Chanukah, we celebrated with new initiatives, volunteers, activities, and beautiful ceremonies across our many branches throughout Israel. We wanted to take a minute and show you some of the amazing things we did over Chanukah at our Or Akiva branch. We started off Chanukah with a toy drive for special-needs children organized by […]
Nissim, Ilanit, and Yehudit: Three Branch Managers Awarded for Their Difference in Israel
At every Meir Panim Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchen, there’s one person behind the magic, making sure everything at that branch operates smoothly- and that’s our beloved branch managers! From making sure that each day’s meals are prepped and ready, to learning the personal needs of each client that steps through our doors, these branch managers go […]
Caring for Holocaust Survivors in Pardes Chana
Studies have shown that over 45% of Holocaust Survivors living in Israel report feeling lonely. Many Survivors live alone and don’t have someone to look after them. At Meir Panim, we believe that after everything our Survivors have been through, they should always feel like there is someone to give them the care and comfort […]
Meir Panims Young Chef Program Finale
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Free Shuk Day: Providing Fresh Food and Proper Dignity to the Meir Panim Community
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.11.4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.11.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]At our northern branch in Or Akiva, all the way to our southern branch in Dimona, Meir Panim is proud to offer a […]
From Recipient to Volunteer
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Giving Back Through Chess
At Meir Panim, we are constantly humbled by our supporters’ generosity and desire to help those in need. From individuals and families to businesses and organizations, we are grateful for every contribution that allows us to continue feeding the hungry and helping those less fortunate. We always love to see the new and creative ways […]
