About the Campaign

Dear friends and donors,

Thank you all for donating so generously! The love and support we received from you was astounding.

Unfortunately, GoFundMe suspended our account a few days after we opened our fundraiser “Supporting Our Soldiers.” They blocked your donations and denied us a means of communication. The reasons GoFundMe gave was that they do not allow fundraising for military equipment−although this was not clearly stated on their website at the time. We were NOT raising money for military equipment, but rather batteries, medical supplies, chargers, soap, warm socks, thermal underwear, flashlights, etc.: basics that our soldiers, who were drafted at a moment’s notice, lacked. My sons spent days buying these supplies locally and then driving them down to bases along the Gaza and Lebanese borders so that soldiers were adequately clothed and outfitted.

After two weeks of discussions with GoFundMe, we have decided to issue refunds for all of your donations. You should have received an email letting you know that you will receive your full contribution back in 3-7 business days. We apologize for any trouble this may have caused. Our hearts and energies were in the right place.

If you want to continue to support us, we would like to recommend Leket Israel, a certified charity that we have personally been involved with in the past. They help displaced Israeli civilians from the south who have been most affected by the recent violence and are under constant rocket bombardment. To learn more about the organization, visit their website: https://www.leket.org/en/. Donations are still urgently needed for those affected by these tragic events.

Thank you again for your support. Am Yisroel Chai!

With love and appreciation,

Noah and Yael Rubinson

Beyond Food Rescue: Leket Israel’s Response to the Ongoing War

In response to the ongoing conflict in Israel, Leket has swiftly launched three emergency relief programs in the South, working hand in hand with local non-profit organizations to address the pressing needs of those at risk:

• • Meals for Homebound Individuals and Seniors: Leket will purchase 320,000 desperately needed cooked meals, priced at $6.25 per meal. 
  • Essential Supplies For Families: Leket will purchase essential supplies, including food, diapers, infant formula, and more from local stores. This initiative not only supports struggling families in the South, but also keeps local businesses afloat.
  • Financial Support for Families and Individuals: Leket will be distributing debit cards pre-loaded with $65 each to individuals facing the ongoing challenges of this crisis, especially those who have lost their income or struggle to access aid. 

Leket's dedicated staff and volunteers are mobilizing to travel to the South, working closely with the IDF and security forces to ensure the safe and effective implementation of these relief programs.

About Leket Israel

In normal times, Leket Israel rescues 70,000,000 lbs. of fresh, surplus produce and cooked meat meals (that would otherwise be needlessly wasted) for redistribution to 234,000 Israelis in need each week, including Holocaust survivors, families living below the poverty line, struggling immigrants, at-risk youth, and other vulnerable populations. The food is distributed free of charge to Leket Israel’s 265 nonprofit partners.

Ways to Donate

• • Online via Credit Card (all currencies): Click the blue "Donate Now" button on the top of this page
  • Check to the US (USD only – will receive a US tax receipt): Made payable to "American Friends of Leket Israel" and send to: American Friends of Leket Israel, PO Box 2090, Teaneck, NJ 07666*
  • Check to Canada (CAD only - will receive a Canadian tax receipt): Made payable to "Leket Canada" and send to: Leket Canada, PO Box 63057, University Plaza RPO, Dundas, ON L9H 6Y3 Canada*
  • Check to Israel: Made payable to “Leket Israel” and send to: Leket Israel, P.O. Box 2297, Ra’anana, Israel*
  • Cheque to the UK: Made payable to "Leket UK" and send to Leket UK, CP House, Otterspool Way, Watford WD25 8HP*
  • US: Donor Advised Fund, Wire, Crypto, Stocks, or Mutual Funds: Contact Elena at elena@leket.us or (201) 331-0070 x2. 
  • GBP Wire to Leket UK: Account Name: Leket UK; Sort Code: 208302; Account Number: 13201961; Bank: Barclays Hatton Garden Branch. If you are a UK tax payer, your donations are eligible for gift aid. For more details, contact Robby at Robby@leket.org

*For all checks, wires, and donor advised funds, please write in the memo "Support Israel Now Campaign"*

 Your support can make an immediate and profound impact.

American Friends of Leket Israel is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. P.O. Box 2090, Teaneck, NJ 07666  ● leket.org/en ● elena@leket.us ● (201) 331-0070 x2 ● Tax ID #: 20-8202424