Purim 2026: Matanot La'Evyonim for Soldiers' Families

Purim carries a powerful mitzvah: give directly to those in need.

Right now, IDF soldiers are being called up for reserve duty on one of the most joyful days of the Jewish calendar. Their families are left to celebrate without them. Many of these families are already stretched thin financially, and an unexpected call-up makes everything harder.

Smiles for the Kids is fulfilling the mitzvah of Matanot La'Evyonim by sending gift cards directly to families of soldiers who have been called up over Purim and Shushan Purim. Every shekel goes straight to them. No overhead. No admin fees. 100% reaches the families who need it.

These gift cards give each family the dignity of choosing exactly what they need, whether that's groceries for the Seudah, costumes for the kids, or essentials to get through the week.

Since October 2023, Smiles for the Kids has distributed over $1.4 million in direct aid to more than 40,000 soldiers and thousands of families across Israel. Our founder serves as an active IDF reservist, which means we see the needs firsthand and respond immediately.

Your Purim gift today becomes someone's smile tonight.

Every dollar counts. Every family matters.

Chag Purim Sameach 🎭🇮🇱

Help us welcome them home the right way.

Matanot Lavyonim for Soldiers and Families

By Smiles for the Kids

Matanot Lavyonim for Soldiers and Families

Send Matanot Lavyonim to soldiers and their families in need

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