Quick Answers to Important Questions
Who is eligible to receive support?
We assist all types of ehrliche families in Eretz Yisrael, including talmidei chachamim. Each case is reviewed individually to ensure the need is real.
What type of assistance is provided?
We provide direct financial assistance only. Baruch Hashem, many organizations offer food and vouchers, and our goal is to give families the flexibility to fill in what is still missing.
Who founded Mishkan Yosef?
Mishkan Yosef was founded in 1972 by R’ Shloime Zalmen Bleier zt”l together with the renowned Yerushalmi tzaddik, Rav Chaim Brim zt”l.
Who runs the organization today?
12 years ago, realizing that growing demands require the organization to significantly expand, the organization was renewed into the multi-million-dollar operation that it is today under the dedicated leadership of R' Moshe Bleier.
Which Rabbanim are associated with Mishkan Yosef?
Mishkan Yosef has endorsements from many prominent Gedolim, including Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky ztz”l, Rabbi Moshe Brandsdorfer shlita, the Rebbe of Novominsk ztz”l, Rabbi Moshe Elyashiv shlita, Rabbi Mordechai Brim shlita, and the Skvere Dayan of Lakewood. The organization is commanded by well-known askanim, Rabbis Chaim and Shimon Turchin.
How can I donate to Mishkan Yosef?
Donations can be made by credit card, Pledger, Donors Fund, OJC, and Matbia. Checks can be made out to Ohr Shloime Inc. (our legal name) and mailed to 1632 45th St, Brooklyn, NY 11204.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Mishkan Yosef operates under Ohr Shloime Inc. Tax ID: 85-3274938
How many families are helped?
Each Yom Tov, we support 500+ families, with many more on the waiting list. Every donation helps us extend our reach even further.
Where do the funds come from?
Noteworthily, most of the money comes from caring children raising funds for the Mishkan Yosef Purim campaign. Their efforts make up the bulk of what we are able to give to families.
What goes into the Purim Campaign?
Even though our catalog looks amazing with all those exciting prizes, they cost less than you would think. We spend months finding sales and negotiating deals, so that as much money as possible goes to the Aniyim. On average, less than 25% goes towards the campaign expenses.
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