At the core of its charter is the raison d'etre of MJCF- assisting needy Jewish Melbourne in meeting expenses associted with basic necessities. The MJCF provides assistance though several programs, including:
• rental relief
• payment of utilities (water, gas, electricity);
• health care (pharmacy, dental,hospital, general medical, psychological counseling, insurance);
• meat allowance (recipients are allocated a fixed weekly kosher meat subsidy);
• vouchers for food and clothing;
• subsidies available to all Jewish summer camps (a program previously sponsored by Jewish Care);
• bi-annual assistence for expenses assocuated with Pesach and High Holidays;
• crisis support and
• coordinating and arranging distribution from Food Bank
The passing of our Chairman, Mr Hershel Klein ob"m is still deeply felt. Mr Klein modestly titled himself “Honorary
Secretary”. He was a tireless worker for the MJCF, dedicating himself virtually full time to the needs of the community for over 20 years. He performed the role of counselor, administrator, fundraiser and fund manager. Mr Klein's absence is felt by the Committee, donors and recipients. His legacy lives on in the form of a pivotal communal charity that is responsible for restoring much-needed dignity to the lives of countless Melbourne Jewish families.
