Meir Panim does far more than just feed those in need; we transform lives.
At Meir Panim, we know that the needs of those living in the depths of poverty extend far beyond food. That’s why we offer a diverse range of programs designed to target the unique needs of Israelis in poverty with utmost dignity, respect, and love.
In Israel today, more than 1.8 million people, including one in three children, are living below the poverty line. These are families who work, who serve, who do everything they can — yet month after month, the numbers still don’t add up.
Meir Panim’s Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchens are a dignified alternative to traditional soup kitchens, roughly 2,600,000 quality meals annually, in a comfortable dining setting to impoverished Israelis.
For the homebound, elderly, and disabled – including Holocaust survivors – venturing to Meir Panim’s Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchens for a meal is impossible. Meir Panim responds to their needs by delivering freshly packaged meals to homebound individuals each day.
Meir Panim’s Holocaust Survivor Day Center in Dimona offers special programs for surviors, ensuring that all their needs are met while creating a fun and social environment that they may otherwise not have.
Our clubs are transforming cities with high populations of families who live below the poverty line. These communal buildings are shaping children’s lives so that they can rise out of poverty and become contributing members of Israeli society.
While Israel’s brave soldiers dedicate themselves to protecting the country, Meir Panim is committed to protecting their well-being.
Whether stationed on the front lines, returning home on short leave, or serving months away from their families in reserve duty. We make sure they never feel forgotten.
Meir Panim runs a community center which helps teens at risk develop important life skills while working to break the cycle of poverty.
A fresh produce market that takes place weekly in all 5 of our branches, providing 10,000 low-income families weekly with the normality of a Shuk (Market) and the dignity to choose their own produce to cook in the comfort of their homes.
Meir Panim’s Summer Camp provides a fun, safe and nurturing environment for children whose families can not afford to send them to camp.
Too many needy Israeli individuals and families live in shameful conditions, lacking basic amenities for the home and even bare essentials like a bed, refrigerator, table and chairs, stove, or baby equipment. With the poverty rate in Israel currently standing at almost 25%, thousands of people struggle to furnish their homes with even the most basic of necessities.
Meir Panim distributes food packages filled with traditional holiday foods to thousands of families in need.
The heartbreaking scenes of people waiting in long lines at food pantries have become increasingly common. Struggling families, destitute elderly and Holocaust survivors deserve to receive aid with dignity.
Every family is entitled to celebrate Shabbat, a day of peace, joy and delicious foods. But what if there is no food to put on the table? What will make Shabbat special if the day is filled with hunger and want?
With poverty on the rise, Meir Panim has seen a dramatic increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness in Jerusalem.
Innocent children are the most unfortunate victims of Israel’s poverty crisis. Over 1.1 million children in Israel are currently living below the poverty line. Meir Panim’s Meals for Children program provides one hot, nourishing meal every day to needy children in Israel – because no child should go to bed hungry.
In Israel today, more than 1.8 million people, including one in three children, are living below the poverty line. These are families who work, who serve, who do everything they can — yet month after month, the numbers still don’t add up.
Rising poverty and inflation have pushed our relief centers to capacity. To sustain this vital work, we need consistent monthly funding. Your support directly covers essential operational costs. Explore our core expenses below and choose where to make an impact today.
Monthly cost of running
the Sderot community center
Monthly costs of meals-on-wheels food and delivery expenses
Monthly cost of services for holocaust survivors
Monthly costs of meals served in restaurant-style soup kitchens
At Meir Panim, our fight against poverty in Israel is guided by the highest standards of compassion, accountability, and deep respect for every individual.
Meir Panim puts a focus on serving its patrons in a dignified manner. Nobody chooses to be in a situation where they need help. That’s why Meir Panim takes pride in offering services in a way that shows proper respect for each individual.
Meir Panim is dedicated to abolishing poverty, not just treating it. That’s why we put a strong focus on building community centers dedicated to growing life skills and a future full of hope.
Meir Panim’s branches are always attuned to the needs of their clients. It is common to see volunteers giving out school supplies, offering free eye exams and much more at the branches.
Meir Panim’s branches are located in cities across the country, from Tzfat in the north all the way to Dimona in the south. Our goal is to make Meir Panim’s services accessible to as many needy individuals as possible.
Meir Panim puts a focus on serving its patrons in a dignified manner. Nobody chooses to be in a situation where they need help. That’s why Meir Panim takes pride in offering services in a way that shows proper respect for each individual.
Meir Panim’s reach extends far beyond our volunteer teams on the ground in Israel. We are a vibrant global community united by a shared passion to uplift and support Israelis in need. No matter where you live, you play a vital role in our mission.
Join us today and become a key part of our global family.
Want to be a part of solving poverty in Israel?
It is easy to make a lasting difference when you partner with Meir Panim through a recurring monthly gift or a one-time contribution.
Meir Panim’s community is more than just the volunteers on the ground here in Israel. We are a global community with a common passion for supporting the needy in Israel.
Want to be a part of solving poverty in Israel? It’s easy to make a difference when you partner with Meir Panim by making a monthly donation, or even by making a one time contribution.
