Hi,
We just started Helpthisjew.com as a way to make it easy for everyone to help Jews in need.
In a nutshell….. Jewish people can submit their request for help online, and people from all over the world can donate a dollar or two (or more) towards the application they want to help.
Three important rules..
1. all requests must be confirmed with the applicants rabbi (which we post online before each story)
2. requests are limited to 1000 dollars
3. The problem must be fully solved for the amount requested
Examples of what we can NOT help with….
Tuition, Insurance bills, Credit card bills, ongoing expenses
Examples of what we can help with….
Teffilin for bar mitzva boy, money to buy a wedding gown, school supplies, start a gemach, one time utility bill, car repair (if its clear that this is a one time thing and you can otherwise make the payment)
Hatzlacha and Bracha