HaOgen-The Anchor- for Drafted Families, Lod

For some families, the war hasn't ended. While there is talk about the fighting coming to a close, there are families who are still living it every single day. Families who have carried the burden of 400, 500, even 600 days of reserve duty—quietly, courageously, and often alone. In that loneliness, HaOgen for Reservist Families in Lod chooses to see them. For nearly two and a half years, husbands have been called back to reserve service again and again—while homes continue to function on the shoulders of women carrying everything on their own. The daily load is heavy. Shabbat comes with an empty seat at the table. And still, they hold it all together. To offer real relief, HaOgen for Reservist Families in Lod runs a Shabbat Meals Project: Every Friday, families receive a complete, ready-to-eat Shabbat meal—no planning, no shopping, no cooking. Families contribute a symbolic amount, and we raise the rest. Over the past year alone, we have distributed more than 2,850 Shabbat meals. This is an opportunity to say thank you to these families, sacrificing so much for the good of the country. To help us continue this vital project, we invite you to partner with us—through a monthly donation or a one-time gift. If you, too, feel that saying thank you matters—join us.