The Jewish Chronicle
Leket Israel benefits from farmers’ generosity, to feed those in need
April 7, 2020 08:57
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The Covid-19 crisis has seen a dramatic drop in purchases of agricultural produce – but with Leket Israel’s help, the generous donations of farmers will be feeding others.
Leket Israel, the food-redistribution charity, has seen an increase of 1,000 tons in donations of agricultural produce due to the Covid-19 crisis. It plans to use the surplus to provide for additional municipalities and community centres in time for Passover.
On an ongoing basis, Leket Israel supports its 200 non-profit partners with surplus fresh fruit and vegetables and excess hot meals. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the charity is seeing an increase of 1,000 tons in donations of agricultural produce. This comes as a result of the drastic decline in the purchase of agricultural goods by restaurants, hotels, catering companies and more. The outbreak has also affected Leket’s hot meals rescue programme, with a reduction of 98 per cent in food donations. In response, Leket has been purchasing prepared meals for distribution to 10,000-plus housebound elderly and vulnerable during the crisis and in time for Passover.
