Back to School!

This week Yad Eliezer distributed 200 school bags filled with supplies, and 300 vouchers to buy schools supplies- enough for a family of children.

Most children anticipate the beginning of the new school year for much of the summer. But for children who have no supplies, the much anticipated beginning can be a day of embarrassment and shame. And how can a child concentrate and learn under such conditions? Thanks to your generous donations, close to a thousand children will be spared that humiliation.

When I asked Milka what was behind the distribution she told me that it began a number of years ago when Robin Treistman wanted to make a memorable and meaningful Bat Mitzvah for her daughter. Since her birthday was right before the beginning of the school year all of the guests filled backpacks with supplies as part of the festivities. What a creative idea! To read more about Robin’s ideas click here