Gifts to the Needy
“…whoever is hungry, let them come in and eat…” - The Passover Haggada
Dear Friend,
It is true that many are going through some very tough times. Nevertheless, 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.
In that vein, I am writing to inform you of an important program we have implemented in our community during the weeks leading up to the Passover holiday. Through discretion, we are being made aware of people who are in dire straits that they cannot obtain the most basic provisions for Passover. This includes large families, single-parent families, individuals, immigrants and senior citizens. It may even include people living on your block, who – in spite of external appearances – will need/can use a helping hand to bring the holiday spirit home. In response, we are disbursing special funds and delivering Passover Packages – with a complete assortment of foods and necessities.
We are also arranging placements for the Seder for those who have no place to go or the ability to go out. As the Passover Haggada says, “Whoever is hungry, let them come in and eat.” Simply speaking, no Jew is to be left behind on the Seder Night, or any other night for that matter.
On a global scale, Chabad is dispatching representatives to some of the most remote places on earth to organize and conduct the Seder. Students backpacking in the Himalayas will be hosted by “Chabadniks” for the Passover holiday as will be locals and tourists in Africa, the South Pacific, Europe and the Americas. No place in the world is too far, no Jew too insignificant, for Chabad to go forth and bring them the love, warmth and joy of our heritage. To find a Seder anywhere in the world, please let us know.
We hope you share in the nachas of these activities on the global scene as well as locally here in Coronado. At the same time, we urge and invite you to be a partner in our sacred undertaking by contributing to this fund. We want to maximize our giving potential!
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 the less fortunate, may you and yours be blessed with a very healthy and joyous holiday!
Please help us now by making your contribution.
Sincerely Yours,
Rabbi Eli Fradkin
Director, Chabad of Coronado
