The Heroine The Food The Celebration The festival of Purim commemorates when Esther, the Queen of Persia saved the Jews from extermination by Haman, the advisor to the Persian king. Esther had previously hidden her Jewish identity from her husband and saved the Jews by bravely revealing her identity and informing the king of Haman’s […]

Another year of the pandemic didn’t stop Maot Chitim of Greater Chicago from feeding those in need for the Jewish Holidays. MC is a perfect example of how a community comes together to help others.

Whether you are a student, working professional, or retiree, the time you give to others is time invested in yourself. My name is Emily, I am a student intern at Maot Chitim. As someone who has experienced the immense benefits of volunteering, I am excited to tell you how giving your time, skills, and compassion […]