Ahavas Chessed 613 Corporation’s mission is to support needy and disadvantaged members of the New Hempstead community and surrounding areas.   Ahavas Chessed assists with financial struggles by providing special loan assistance, offers specific holiday programs and maintains seasonal food banks.  Under the Ahavas Chessed umbrella is the “Monsey Shoe Gemach”. The Gemach collects and distributes used shoes in good condition. AC also has a shed which retains an assortment of medical and mechanical equipment available for loan usage. In addition, Ahavas Chessed serves as a powerful fundraising vehicle for many local causes, all in support of people in need.