It is a mitzvah to give gifts of food or money to at least two different poor people on Purim. Even a poor person is obligated to give gifts to others. Ideally these gifts should be of a quantity of money sufficient to allow a person to buy a meal. It is preferable to spend less on one’s own Purim meal and Mishloach Manot, if necessary, in order to give more to the poor. While these gifts can be given directly to a poor person, you can also donate money to Bais Abe with a note that it is for Matanot L'evyonim. Please donate on the website, or by sending a check or cash to the shul office. We must receive donations by Thursday, March 13. Rabbi Finkelstein will distribute the Matanot La'evyonim on Purim.

Additionally, we would like to highlight the work of the organization Leket Israel, which provides fresh, nutritious food to Israelis in need. This year, the need is greater than ever. The outbreak of war on 7^th October has created unprecedented challenges, with the demand for food assistance surging by 77% compared to pre-war levels. Leket Israel, which previously supported 234,000 people each week, is now reaching 415,000 individuals weekly. If you would like to donate to Leket Israel, you may do so here.