Meir Panim Lends A Youthful Hand To The Elderly
This project offers youth from immigrant families the opportunity to take courses in carpentry, painting and plumbing. During the courses, students are encouraged to assist the elderly population in their specific field of study. This helps to create a sense of purpose and solidarity among the students while also filling the gap of loneliness among […]
Zusman Family Dedicates “Relief Center” For Underprivileged Israeli Families
The new center, which is known as “Beit Zusman”, was dedicated in memory of their parents Rev. Louis & Mrs. Frieda Zusman and Berthold & Jenny Rothschild. The Zusman’s who are renowned for their philanthropic endeavors in Israel, were emotionally touched by the outpouring of warmth from the local community. “Beit Zusman” has become the […]
Meir Panim and Be’er Sova in Beersheba
Be’er Sove’a works to feed the needy population in the Negev region, catering mainly to the elderly and children who live in substandard conditions and who cannot afford meals. This special partnership was formed thanks to the energetic efforts of Ron Harush, director of the Meir Panim operations unit, Yitzchak Brokovitz, deputy manager of Meir […]
Carnegie Hall Concert & Gala will help Meir Panim feed 50,000 Children
On January 30th, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, celebrating its 70th Anniversary, performed in Carnegie Hall in tribute to Meir Panim Relief Centers, which feed and care for Israel’s neediest children and families. The concert was preceded by a Gala Benefit Dinner in memory of the late Leon Levy, z”l, prominent community leader and avid supporter […]
The Global Leadership Forum and Schulz Quality Catering
in advance of the completion of the Mortimer Zuckerman and Abigail Zuckerman Israel Nutrition Center in Kiryat Gat. Schulz Quality Catering will operate the Nutrition Center, which will provide up to 30,000 meals daily to needy individuals. The introduction took place at a Schulz catered kitchen belonging to Amdocs in Ra’anana, continued with a festive […]
French Friends of Meir Panim Celebrate "10 Years of Meir Panim"!
6,000 guests from France, Belgium, Switzerland and England gathered in the “Zenith” in Paris for an evening of song and laughter. The Chief Rabbi of France, the Chief Rabbi of Paris, and the Chief Rabbi of Belgium attended, as did Israel’s Ambassador to France and many Jewish community leaders. All proceeds from the event are […]
Meir Panim's Summer Camps Created Over 1,000 Smiling Children this Summer!
During the month of July, the children received two nutritious meals a day, participated in fun activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, sports and music, as well as special classes in wilderness survival and archeology. On occasion, the children were surprised with carnivals that included magicians, moonwalks and cotton candy! Thanks to an anonymous […]
Volunteer Spotlight – Vivien Keller
Tell us a little about yourself. I am 16 years old, a student at the International School of Frankfurt, and currently in my senior year. As an International Baccalaureate student I am surrounded by many different cultures and religions, very aware of global issues and very engaged and interested in organizations such as Meir Panim. […]
MasterChef Prepares Meal for Meir Panim Free Restaurant
Some of Jerusalem’s most impoverished residents were treated to a gourmet meal at Meir Panim’s Free Restaurant on February 19, prepared by Josh Steele, a finalist on Israel’s popular MasterChef television series. “Even as an idealistic person, I never thought I’d make it onto MasterChef,” said Steele, a Jerusalem resident who is originally from London […]
America Eats for Israel 2017 a Big Success for Israel’s Hungry
On May 15th, communities across the United States joined together in dining at participating Kosher restaurants to feed hungry Israelis.
