charity

Snowbound and broke, a proud woodcutter refuses charity before Passover, until a rabbi’s quiet kindness, a mysterious visitor, and an unexpected discovery change his family’s fate.

A sixteenth birthday. A Rebbe’s furrowed silence. A forgotten act of bread in the Łódź Ghetto that returned decades later to save a life.

Why we give the half-shekel today, how much to give, who should give it, and whether it can come from your tzedakah funds.

Who to give to, what to give, and when it counts. This quick, no-stress guide breaks down matanot la’evyonim so you can give correctly, generously, and with confidence on Purim.

A practical guide covering maaser money, married women’s obligations, giving amounts, and common questions about fulfilling the mitzvah of gifts to the poor on Purim

In the middle of his baby’s life-saving surgery, a desperate father knocked on a stranger’s door. What he found inside an envelope changed everything.

Discover the origin of gifts to the poor on Purim, when and how to give, who is obligated, and why this mitzvah is considered the greatest expression of true Jewish joy

Teachings from great Torah sages on the unique time of Divine favor during Purim, the power of prayer and charity, and how to turn the day into a source of blessing, salvation, and spiritual elevation

A concise guide to Purim practices, from Megillah reading and costumes to festive meals and prayer customs, based on leading Sephardic rulings

Why the Torah begins with servitude, simplicity, and building our eternal home

Why prioritizing relatives in Tzedakah teaches us how small acts create lasting generosity

Why gifts to the poor create the greatest happiness and how kindness defeats emptiness and division

From strengthening unity to fulfilling halachic details — everything you need to know about sending Purim gifts

From hidden miracles and Amalek to laughter, charity, and the spiritual strength of Purim

The Jewish perspective on the power of words, emotional kindness, and how compliments strengthen marriage and family life

After losing their 19-year-old son Avia in a tragic accident, Israel and Ronit Goldberg chose a different path: turning grief into action. From social initiatives to education, kindness, and remembrance, this is the moving story of a family that transformed pain into purpose.

Year-end data shows Israelis donated ₪432 million through Charidy in 2025, with record campaigns and rising major gifts amid national uncertainty

For decades, Shifra Chava has been rescuing food from being tossed into the trash, redirecting uneaten meals from events and restaurants to those who need them the most.