Ben Rivnik arrived in Israel 7 years ago, enlisted in Golani and lived in Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak; after completing his service, he returned to Minnesota but came back upon hearing about Hamas attack; 'I wanted to help rebuild the place that had been my home'
“We wish everyone in Camden and beyond, a happy, healthy festive period.”
The campaign is encouraging people to give money, food, essentials or their time in support of their local food hubs and other local charities providing support.
Food hubs are expected to face increasing demand with fewer resources over the winter months, as they step in to support those who are adjusting to life on Universal Credit, a loss of income or unemployment as a result of Covid-19.
The number of people on Universal Credit has almost doubled since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, from 3million in March to 5.7million in October.