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Yad Eliezer Always Remembers...
Thursday, October 03, 2019Judaism places an important emphasis on the act of remembering We remember what Amalek did to the Jewish people on the way out of Egypt...
Medicanes & Winter Warnings
Sunday, November 03, 2019Have you ever heard of a "medicane"? I’ll be the first to admit that it's a new word for me, one that I just learned...
When Rockets Ruin Weddings
Tuesday, November 12, 2019The security situation in Israel today (Nov. 12) is extremely tense as rocket attacks from Gaza have been occurring since early this morning...
The Faces Behind Yad Eliezer
Sunday, November 17, 2019“Yad Eliezer” may be two of the most recognized words in the chesed world...
Pack, Donate, Repeat
Sunday, December 08, 2019I recently introduced you to one of Yad Eliezer's staff members, working behind the scenes to help people in need get the assistance they need...
The Reactions are Pouring in
Sunday, December 22, 2019Yad Eliezer’s Winter Warmth coat distribution only recently began, but thankfully, its impact caused reactions to come in, immediately...
Best Tips for Surviving the Israeli Winter
Monday, January 13, 2020I recently read an article, one of those “Best Tips for…” pieces, describing the most effective ways to get through the Israeli winter, comfortably...
The Faces Behind Yad Eliezer, part 2
Sunday, February 02, 2020A few weeks ago we introduced you to Milka, one of Yad Eliezer’s critical staff members who works dedicatedly behind the scenes to get people the help they need...
Before & After
Sunday, February 23, 2020“Before and after”: you’ve heard the expression, so you know it usually refers to a physical makeover, like describing the way a person looks (think hairstyles between 17...
Man Plans...
Thursday, March 19, 2020Man Plans....well, you know how the rest of the saying goes… Remember Purim? I think I can speak for most people when I say it feels like it was a really long time ago...
There's a New Poverty Wave That's New for Yad Eliezer, too
Tuesday, April 21, 2020The story of the falafel stand owner that's been making the rounds in Israel is heartbreaking to watch...
Little Hands and Big Hearts
Thursday, May 07, 2020With schools slowly coming back into session in Israel, especially for the younger ages, I was reminded of something special that I've been meaning to share for a while...
Social Distancing (Somewhat) at Yad Eliezer
Sunday, June 07, 2020Ok, I’ll admit, the title is a bit misleading-I don’t want to scare anyone off...
The Second Wave
Sunday, July 05, 2020The Second Wave. It’s the phrase on everyone’s mind...
Sweet Surprise
Monday, August 10, 2020There’s nothing quite like a good surprise, especially now, when the coronavirus crisis has made life so complicated...
Yad Eliezer and Bank Mercantile Celebrate 12 Years of Partnership
Sunday, August 30, 2020As a leading Israeli charity, Yad Eliezer is lucky to have friends and supporters worldwide, who help us with our programs in a myriad of ways...