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Historic Jewish Community Launches Kosher Pantry in NYC

11/29/2025

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Congregation Shearith Israel, the oldest Jewish community in the United States, opened a kosher pantry on Manhattan's Upper West Side during its 250th anniversary at the packathon.
The Masbia Relief Annex, created in partnership with Masbia organization, will offer deliveries to Manhattan via DoorDash.
Louis Solomon, the congregation's president, pledged $50,000 to the project and urged others to match.
The pantry will serve dozens initially and expand as demand increases.

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Story summary

Congregation Shearith Israel, the oldest Jewish community in the United States, opened a kosher pantry on Manhattan's Upper West Side during its 250th anniversary at the packathon.
The Masbia Relief Annex, created in partnership with Masbia organization, will offer deliveries to Manhattan via DoorDash.
Louis Solomon, the congregation's president, pledged $50,000 to the project and urged others to match.
The pantry will serve dozens initially and expand as demand increases.