Those who give to Leket can view its website for updates on where donors’ dollars are going. Joseph felt that was an important aspect in selecting a charity to support.
“It means more to us, and I think it inclines us to give more, when we see and know what we’re giving is having an actual effect, versus something where we don’t necessarily know the money is going. That was big for me,” Joseph said. “I also reached out to many people I know, many of whom know people in Israel, asking about it and asking about different organizations and 501(c)(3)s, and no one had anything but positive things to say about Leket. They passed with flying colors, in a sense.”
Joseph specifically thanked Elliott and Marlys Badzin, of Vikings partner Factory Motor Parts, for helping raise funds.
“They’ve been amazingly generous and instrumental in helping out with what we’re trying to do over in Israel to get the innocent families clothing, food and infant essentials to continue living despite what’s going on,” Joseph said.
“What’s really important to me is to make sure families and individuals in need aren’t overlooked,” he added. “Anytime there’s any type of unfortunate event going on like this, innocent people are affected. So I just wanted to try to do my part in making their life a little easier during this time.”
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