Local Rabbi Feeds Families In Need: Northbrook Hero

NORTHBROOK, IL—When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Lazer Hershkovich, who nominated Rabbi Meir Moscowitz:

Name: Rabbi Meir Moscowitz

State: IL

Hometown: Northbrook

Hero's job: Education

Relationship to nominee: friend

Reason for recognition: In addition to being the regional director of a large organization, rabbi of local congregation and volunteer chaplain he brought the much needed JRA - Kids Wellness initiative to Northbrook helping over 50 families per week with food for their children.

One thing to know: Never forgets about the individual

Thank you, Rabbi Moscowitz for all that you do!

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