Pitchon Lev (פתחון לב)
Food pantry and social welfare
החומה 12, ראשון לציון, 7565512
Pitchon Lev is a non-profit humanitarian organization that distributes food baskets and provides social welfare assistance to approximately 220,000 needy individuals annually across Israel through multiple support centers. The organization offers immediate humanitarian aid, rights-maximization programs, and long-term educational initiatives for disadvantaged youth. Frum/Orthodox link, from its own site: “מחלקים כל חודש מעל ל- 8,000 סלי מזון למשפחות נזקקות”.
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Organization operates multiple support centers in Raishon LeZion, Karmiel, Migdal HaEmeq, Kiryat Motskin, Naof HaGalil, Petach Tikva and other locations. Services include food basket distribution, clothing, legal aid, and social services. Donations are tax-recognized under Israeli law section 46 of Income Tax Ordinance.
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Common questions
Who can I call for local help with food, rent or bills?
211 is a free, confidential service that connects people with local help for food, housing, utilities and more. Dial 211 or search on 211.org.
Source: 211.org: Call 211 for Essential Community Services - United Way 211 · checked 2026-11-07
Is there a helpline for New Jersey residents needing local services?
NJ 211 connects New Jersey residents to local help for food, housing, utilities and more, by phone or online.
Source: NJ 211: Need Help? Start Here · checked 2026-11-07
Where can I get a free kosher meal in New York?
Masbia runs kosher soup kitchens and food pantries in Brooklyn and Queens.
Source: Masbia: Masbia Soup Kitchen Network · checked 2026-11-07
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