Tzedaka

What are the ancient and modern practices of Passover's Kimcha de’Pischa? - opinion

Many Jewish organizations today run Kimcha de’Pischa campaigns worldwide, collecting funds to distribute food packages.

MAKING MATZAH in Jerusalem last week: Historically, community leaders would collect donations of flour, wheat, or money to provide matzah, wine and other essential Passover provisions to impoverished families.
 THE PINCHEVSKYS in Israel

‘Philanthropy starts with curiosity’

 Businesswoman sitting on her desk in an office (illustrative).

American Jewish World Service to lay off 10% of staff and exit 3 countries where it has provided aid

 Children visit a makeshift memorial in Ofakim, where B'ezri is providing assistance to those in greatest need in the aftermath of the loss of 50 community members who gave their lives in defense of the city.

B'ezri: Commitment to combat poverty - opinion


Jewish Chilean multi-millionaire offers elderly homeless woman life-changing money

Farkas is known for his philanthropic efforts, having handed out $100 dollar bills to people at the kotel only months ago.

Actor Keanu Reeves (R) and Chilean businessman Leonardo Farkas (L) sit in a restaurant at Zapallar town, some 181 km (121 miles) of Santiago, August 16, 2009. Reeves is in Chile to meet with Farkas to discuss possible investment in Reeves' movie project, local media reported.

Ruth's quiet revolution and what we can do - opinion

This heart-warming positive and optimistic storyline describes a dynamic affirmed by research and experience. Acts of kindness and generosity are, indeed, contagious.

 SUPPLYING FOOD to the needy: Chessed is kindness and goodness beyond measure, beyond what may be required, or different from what might appear to be required.

As a rabbi in a small town, I understand the Jewish class divide — and how to close it

There is a wide disparity between small-town Jewish life and Jewish life in the big cities in the US.

 KUBBELACH: WOOD SORREL & SWISS CHARD SOUP WITH CHICKEN-STUFFED MATZAH BALLS

Chaim Topol is an immortal icon for more than Tevye

Chaim Topol, who died recently, contributed more to the world than the role of Tevye the Dairyman.

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Tzedaka: The ethics and morals when donating to charity - opinion

I will pose many questions, and while some of the answers are quite clear regarding crossing the ethical line, others are not. Many others, in fact, are in that infamous gray area.

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Helping to secure the Jewish future

Getting to know Mike Leven, founder of Jewish Future Pledge and Jewish Youth Pledge, two singular initiatives designed to help sustain the Jewish people’s future

 MIKE LEVEN, founder of the Jewish Future Pledge and Jewish Youth Pledge

Tzedakah in the virtual world: A new frontier for Jewish teen engagement

Lost Tribe is a groundbreaking initiative that recently held the 'TzedakaThon,” featuring a lineup of Jewish social media influencers popular with teens.

 Using Minecraft, Lost Tribe managed to make 1:1 recreations of several iconic locations in Israel, including the Kotel

Before Giving Tuesday, learn how to give charity and make it have impact

As Giving Tuesday approaches we want to share some experiences and observations from our decades of nonprofit work to elevate your charitable giving to Israel to be the most impactful.

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A Survivor’s Tale

Naomi Ragen is a renowned American-born novelist, playwright and journalist. Ms. Ragen interviewed a Dimona resident, Karol Graif, who is a long-time participant in Meir Panim’s Dimona activities.

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Rosh Hashanah Recipes

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Painting a positive picture in Sderot

How a graffiti workshop influences hearts and minds

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