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Food Bank Demand Doubles Ahead of Holidays Amid Economic Hardship
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By אביחי חיים
First reported by Maariv · 1 day ago
What happened
Israeli food bank "Pתחון לב" is doubling its food basket distribution to 24,000 due to a 100% surge in demand, citing rising living costs and food prices. The organization criticized politicians for not engaging with the issue of poverty.
- 01Food bank demand has doubled ahead of holidays.
- 0224,000 food baskets are being distributed to needy families.
- 03Rising cost of living and food prices are cited as reasons.
- 04Aid organizations criticize government inaction on poverty.
- 05Other food banks also report significant increases in demand.
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