1.2 million Israeli children live in poverty
The problem
Israel’s poverty in numbers
932,000
families
Our solution
How Meir Panim is changing lives
Holocaust Survivors cannot wait
Our 119,000 Holocaust survivors, who have already endured unspeakable horrors, are now facing their final years in poverty and isolation. Since October 7th, 61% have seen their quality of life plummet, with over 33% living below the poverty line.
This New Year, you can restore their dignity, giving them the care, respect, and warmth of a community they desperately need. Help remind them that they are never forgotten.
Displaced families cannot wait
The 100,000 displaced from Israel’s north and south were forced from their homes, their lives shattered by violence, missiles, and terror. Over the past year, they’ve faced horrible loss, trauma, and the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives.
As the anniversary of their trauma approaches, they need your help to reclaim a sense of normalcy and find the joy to celebrate their traditions once again.
IDF soldiers & reservists cannot wait
For the past year, our brave soldiers and reservists have been protecting Israel’s borders. They’ve left their jobs, their businesses, and their families, risking their lives every day, not knowing when—or if—they will come home again.
As they stand guard, they need our support to get through the High Holidays—with care packages, holiday meals, and a reminder that the world stands behind them.
Hungry children cannot wait
Over the past year, 1.2 million Israeli children in poverty have faced the devastating impacts of war. They’ve struggled with hunger, anxiety, and the emotional toll of missiles and death, their childhoods overshadowed by fear and insecurity.
These children need our support now more than ever—with nutritious meals, emotional care, and the chance to reclaim the joy and hope that every child deserves.
Families in poverty cannot wait
This year has brought unimaginable hardship to Israel’s struggling families—running to bomb shelters, losing jobs, and watching inflation soar. The High Holidays should be a time of joy, but for these families, it’s a time of fear and uncertainty.
Your help can give them the holiday meals, clothing, and essentials they need to celebrate with dignity and hope.
from north to south
Meir Panim’s branches across Israel
At Meir Panim, our reach extends across Israel through our five dedicated branches, working tirelessly to support those in need. From families struggling through hard times to elderly Holocaust survivors facing empty kitchens, our staff is committed to ensuring everyone is fed with dignity, respect, and love. We offer comprehensive food assistance programs and significantly ramp up our activities to meet the needs of Israel’s people during holidays, wars, and times of crisis. Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty while empowering individuals to regain their self-confidence, making a lasting impact on their lives.
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impact in numbers
Brightening faces, one meal at a time
We see the impact in the countless smiles and relieved faces of thousands of Israelis. By providing food, we do more than just fill stomachs; we lift huge emotional burdens, allowing people to focus on rebuilding their lives.
Knowing they won’t have to worry about their next meal is life-changing, giving those in need the ability to find jobs, enjoy holidays, and cherish time with their families. Meir Panim helps children thrive, families find stability, and communities flourish.
75,000
meals distributed since October 7th
10,000
meals distributed since October 7th
3,000,000
meals distributed since October 7th
2,200
Holocaust Survivors supported with meals, assistance, and love
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