Gifts to the Needy

Gifts to the Needy 

"…whoever is hungry, let them come in and eat…"
- The Passover Haggada 

Dear Friend, 

Ma’ot Chittim, also known as "kimcha d’pischa," refers to the obligation upon every person to donate funds prior to Passover to help the poor cover their holiday expenses. Passover is not only the festival of freedom; it is also intended to impart to every person a sense of royalty. As such, efforts must be made to ensure that even the poor can experience this feeling.  

It is true that there are those going through some very tough times. It is certainly at times like this that we are called upon to step out a bit from behind our own worries and troubles to help those facing far more difficult circumstances than our own.

It is axiomatic that showing kindness to others attracts kindness in our own lives. In merit of your generosity and compassion in bringing the joy of Passover to those that are less fortunate, may you and yours be blessed with a very healthy and joyous holiday season!

Sincerely Yours,

Rabbi Baruch Greenberg
Director