Minister of Communications Hosts Meir Panim
The Minister welcomed the organizations with warmth and admiration and particularly praised Meir Panim’s work for over a decade. The Minister also praised the Reshet Communications Network for leading the way in communal responsibility through its ongoing partnership with Meir Panim.
Israeli Judicial System Volunteers for Meir Panim
With the help of recruited employees, Meir Panim began a Passover charity drive collecting grocery items, toys, clothing and cash donations to be distributed to the local needy. This one-of-a-kind project helped bridge a gap between diverse populations and created a sense of local unity befitting the Passover holiday of freedom.
The Knesset Absorption Committee Praises Meir Panim
The Committee received updates on the activities and came to the conclusion that organizations should be encouraged to give assistance through prepaid shopping cards which allows the purchase of groceries according to each individuals needs “just as Meir Panim does”. During the debate, Aharon Molotakovski, Chairman of the organization for Holocaust survivors in Ashdod, praised […]
The Ministry of National Infrastructures Gives the Gift of Giving to Meir Panim
The vouchers were forwarded to the Meir Panim office and from there directly to needy families. This act of selflessness on the part of the workers of the Ministry proves that the stability of the infrastructure of the welfare organizations are of upmost importance
Meir Panim Prepares for the High Holidays
In honor of the upcoming holidays, the organization has intensified its efforts and is initiating new projects through a number of channels: The Meir Panim branches across the country have increased their routine activities and partnerships with local authorities to strengthen local assistance programs and charity drives. At the same time, Meir Panim has established […]
Youth Volunteer in Kiryat Gat's Power of Giving Warehouse
They cleaned, rearranged, repaired and painted, and helped the needy individuals pick out the furniture, appliances and clothes that they needed for their homes. The volunteer work helped this group of youth to recognize the existence of poverty, and to appreciate with what ease they could help those less fortunate than them. They were so […]
A Special Celebration in Or Akiva
The 8 day old baby was born to a single mother who has long been a member of the Meir Panim family in the small city of Or Akiva. With the birth of a boy, the Meir Panim staff took it upon themselves, as the mother’s extended family, to organize and host the Brit Milah […]
The Poor Keep Getting Poorer
The poverty crisis extends its stubborn grasp from border to border, affecting young children to the elderly. Here are some highlights of the report: 1,651,300 needy people living in Israel (23.7% or 1 in 4) 420,100 poor families lived in Israel 783,600 hungry children (34% or 1 in 3) 57.8% of large families (with four […]
Volunteer Celebration
The volunteers were greeted by Meir Panim Director, Racheli Ibenboim and were treated to a wide array of refreshments. The volunteers were also treated to guided tours of the area. The evening ended with the distribution of awards and certificates to selected volunteers for their outstanding dedication and service to Israel’s needy.
Foundation’s Gift Feeds the Hungry in Four Cities
At each restaurant, 250 diners received a nutritious and nourishing meal, strengthening them both physically and mentally. The efforts of the Foundation have helped to alleviate food insecurity among needy families and the elderly and provide relief for Israel’s impoverished population. About The Foundation: Established in 1954, the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles is […]
