Tributes to our Marion

Outstanding Volunteer Award at a special ceremony in the Israel Museum

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Mayor of Jerusalem Nir Barkat and Marion

In the week of the ceremonies and festivities of Israel’s Independence Day, Marion Kunstenaar received the Outstanding Volunteer Award at a special ceremony in the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. Mayor Nir Barkat presented Mrs Kunstenaar with the award and thanked her on behalf of the thousands of needy schoolchildren that have received nutritious meals on a daily basis. The Mayor and officials of the Education Department praised mrs Kunstenaar for her never ending efforts to put an end to malnourishment and to bridge the gap between the various segments of Jerusalem’s complex society.

Festive evening

The festive evening of tribute to YAD ELIE founder and President Marion Kunstenaar, was a moment of pure joy.
After more than a decade of giving, Marion took an evening off, but not entirely, because we met in her home where she was both hostess and the center of attention. To read more, click here.

 

Some highlights of past events

YAD ELIE organizes fundraisers and benefit concerts to meet its charity goals.

It is grateful for all the excellent musicians and performers that have donated their time and talents to Yad Elie!