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Pesia’s Kitchen is operating with a clear guiding principle

No One Should Go Hungry

1.5 Million Hungry. 2.9 Million Tons Wasted.

In Israel, 1.5 million people face food insecurity—including Jews, Arabs, Bedouins, secular and religious communities, the elderly, and children. This includes people living in both major cities and remote peripheral towns.

The situation is only getting worse. With war and inflation driving up food prices, even basic groceries are out of reach for many families. Yet while so many go hungry, 2.9 million tons of food are discarded each year. Rescuing just half of that food could eliminate food insecurity.

Our flagship program

EAT School Program

In partnership with the Derech Kfar school network, we deliver 15,000 pounds of fresh produce to 18 schools every week during the academic year. Students and teachers pack and distribute fruits and vegetables for their neighbors. The program fosters compassion and community, with plans to expand across the entire Derech Kfar network in the coming years.

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Community Programs

Works in partnership with food hubs in Jesse Cohen (Holon) and Ajami (Tel Aviv-Jaffa). These hubs reach 3,000 families weekly. In this program, we also provide meals to homeless shelters, women’s shelters, and other small-scale food relief programs.

The Zichron Program

Offers lifesaving assistance to refugee families facing critical challenges.

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What We Deliver?

We provide nutritious, rescued food at an affordable price, delivered with genuine warmth and care. Millions of meals have been served, each accompanied by a smile as we bring help directly to those who need it most.

Impact at a Glance

Meals, Miles and More

50%

of wasted food rescued could end hunger in Israel

15,000 lbs

of fresh produce delivered weekly through EAT School

3,000 families

reached weekly through community hubs

13,000 families

supported weekly by EAT School

Emergency
War Fund

The Iron Swords war, which began on October 7, 2023, has caused a sharp increase in demand for food assistance. Many local businesses were forced to shut down, leaving refugee families without a source of income. Other vulnerable groups, including army units and local communities, struggled with insufficient nutrition. The unrecognized Bedouin villages in the Negev were also severely impacted, suffering significant casualties and property damage.

Pesia’s Kitchen responded by expanding its food rescue efforts, securing donations from new sources like culinary schools, bakeries, and restaurants and by raising dedicated funds that allowed purchasing food supplies. Leveraging donations, partnerships, and volunteers we remained dedicated to supporting Israel's most vulnerable populations throughout the ongoing war.

EAT food program

At 3:00PM we collect 200 meals from Google; by 5:00PM these meals transform the day for those who truly need it

GIDEON BEN AMI, COFOUNDER OF PESIA'S KITCHEN

OUR ROOTS

Grandma Pesia's Enduring Legacy

Pesia's legacy

We are driven by the same compassion that fueled the life of Grandma Pesia, who believed that food was a basic human right. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of those who are struggling. We are proud to continue her legacy of kindness and generosity by providing as much support as we can to whoever needs it.

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