“Money makes the world go round” is a popular adage because of its veracity, as so many destitute families can attest. And while it’s true all year round, holiday time makes money seem even more important. The additional expenses that holidays entail, specifically grocery costs, are distressing and stress-inducing for families already beset by financial problems.

Special grocery coupons, each valued at certain amounts, dare given to about 2,000 needy families before Passover and the High Holidays. These coupons allow them to purchase necessary food provisions for the holidays. Not only does this bring food into the home, but it also brings a celebratory holiday spirit. And that is priceless.