poverty in israel

Beyond simple charity: A nonprofit empowers the poor to become independent

‘I don’t think there was any other time that a bill passed in Israel with no objections.’

20/07/2024

Echoes of struggle: half of Holocaust survivors unable to afford food, medicine

The survivors, many of whom live alone, also reported loneliness and low quality of life since the war.

By ELI ASHKENAZI
02/05/2024

Israel ranks low in OECD children’s poverty standings

The study was carried out by Jerusalem’s Taub Center for Social Policy Studies.

Pitchon-Lev has been chosen as a partner by the Knesset. Here is why

After October 7, 88 MKs from across the political spectrum asked to be allowed to collect donations on behalf of Pitchon-Lev to assist their constituents.

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Israel's High Court stops 'discriminatory' food voucher plan

The study found a substantial gap between the number of families that received food vouchers and the number living below the poverty line.

High Court puts temporary ban on food stamps amid accusations of discrimination

The Knesset's Finance Committee had originally approved a budget of NIS 400 million earlier this week.

The reverse mortgage option

Using one’s real estate assets to increase one’s monthly pension.

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By ROBERT TAYLOR 
31/08/2023

Breaking the cycle of poverty

An interview with Ya’akov Margi, Israel’s Minister of Welfare and Social Affairs.

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