Kupth Rabbi Meir Baal Haness

A Glorious Past…

Kupath Rabbi Meir Baal haNess known by the Initials Kupath RaMBaN [ קופת רמבעה"ן - כולל פולין ] was founded over 200 years ago (1796) in Poland by the great Torah leaders of European Jewry. Was introduced by Rabbi Abraham Kalisker, leader of the Hasidim in Tiberias. He secured the assistance of Rabbi Mordecai of Nieschiz, who issued a proclamation, dated "22 Adar I., 5556 [1796]," and addressed to all Jews of Poland, imploring every male and female, adult and minor, whether living in cities or villages, to subscribe a fixed sum every week for the support of their countrymen who had settled in the Holy Land. The amount was to be paid quarterly, in addition to special donations at weddings, circumcisions, and other religious rejoicings. This proclamation was approved by other rabbis in Poland, and the result was a substantial increase in the halukkah.

With great insight, they realized that the fledgling settlements in the Holy Land would need the material support of European Jewry in order to survive. This fund would be the channel by which they could provide assistance to their struggling brothers and sisters in Eretz Yisroel.

Over the years since that time, Kupath Rabbi Meir Baal Haness has served as a lifeline for countless needy families: a trustworthy and reliable ally that has helped them through good times and bad. From Torah scholars to simple artisans, from the Jerusalem scribe to the farmer in Tiberias and the shopkeeper in Beersheba, all have found a helping hand and an open heart in Kupath Rabbi Meir Baal Haness.

…A Vibrant Present

Today, Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness has evolved into a sophisticated charity organization to serve the needy of Israel. A board of administrators carefully ensures the needs and urgency of recipient families, and ensures that all funds are distributed discreetly and with sensitivity. Each year, millions of shekels are distributed through a variety of innovative programs:

• Yom Tov Fund – Before each holiday season of Passover and Sukkos families receive a generous stipend to help obtain their basic needs.
• Medical Assistance – Individuals facing medical challenges who cannot afford to pay their bills receive generous assistance from Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness.
• Unemployment Fund – For families dealing with temporary loss of employment, Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness provides a one-time gift to help tide them over.
• Ezer Nisu’in – For families marrying off children, the joy is often overshadowed by financial stress. Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness helps ease their burden with a loan or stipend as necessary.
• AlmanahSupport – Widows receive regular stipends throughout the year to help make ends meet.
• Newborn Fund – A newborn baby comes along with new expenses. Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness helps keep the occasion a joyous one with financial assistance.

And a Bright Future

As the needs of Israeli Jewry continue to grow, Kupath Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness strives to grow accordingly. The offices of Kupath Ramban are flooded with requests for help.

Kupath RaMBaN is warmly endorsed by a broad range of Torah leaders

HoRav Shmuel Halevi Wosner
HoRav Y. S. Elyashiv
HoRav Yaakov Aryeh Alter (Gerrer Rebbe)
HoRav Aharon Leib Shteinman
HoRav Michel Yehuda Lefkowitz
HoRav David Twersky (Rachmastrivke Rebbe)
HoRav Chaim Kanievsky
HoRav Shmuel Auerbach
HoRav Chaim Pinchas Scheinberg

Kupath RaMBaN's Website

www.kramban.org