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“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? But if I am only for myself, who am I? And if not now, when?” –Hillel, Ethics of the Fathers, 1:14

It truly takes a village to do all that is needed to support our community. Whether you are a long time member, or a “friend of the family” who stops by for a recharge on Shabbat, donations are essential in helping us continue our sacred work. We encourage you to stand up and be counted in. Please donate.

                 

Select the fund (please see below for descriptions) to which you would like to donate. Enter the amount and click the “Donate” button to make your donation securely with your credit card via PayPal.

    Upon confirmation you will be redirected to PayPal to enter in your credit card information. A PayPal account is not required to make a credit card payment.

    Please also consider helping defray the associated credit card processing fees by authorizing us to charge the assessment to your debit/ATM card on file. To do so, please send an email to us at sophia@TASnorthridge.org  confirming the amount and which fund you are donating to, and stating that we have permission to charge your ATM/Debit Card on file.

    Funds & Definitions

    Annual Giving/Count Me In Campaign
    Provides support for our temple’s ongoing operations, programs, activities, and helps to fill the gap between membership dues and overall operation expenses.

    Alumni Fund
    Supports the Alumni Outreach Program that maintains contact with our 18 to 24 year old TAS alumni. The alumni are provided a New Year Package and survival kits for Hanukkah and Passover. They each receive a birthday package and email communications from the committee and the Rabbi and Cantor.

    Avodah Fund
    Provides scholarship awards to Avodah students who volunteer service to our Temple. The scholarships can only be used for activities and events, such as Jewish camps, L’Taken, or a trip to Israel.

    Beautification Fund
    Supports improvements to the temple’s physical plant and allows for acquisition of appropriate ritual objects, furnishings, and art work.

    Cantor Discretionary Fund
    Provides discretionary funds for the exclusive use of the Cantor as needed to perform their role as a spiritual leader of TAS.

    Caring Community Fund
    Provides support to Temple Ahavat Shalom’s Caring Community Initiative which provides assistance to members of our congregational community at times such as illness, bereavement, or other life cycle events.

    Catering Fund
    Provide support for any project dedicated to upgrading or enhancing the
    Kitchen/Catering functions of TAS.

    Confirmation Class Gift Fund
    Provides for the fulfillment of the gifts that each Confirmation Class gives.

    Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC) Fund
    Provides support to enrich the lives of the young children of our congregation and their families.

    Director of Education Discretionary Fund
    Provides discretionary funds for the use of the Director of Education for projects and purposes that support the Religious School.

    Israel Relief Fund
    Provides support to organizations based in the United States or Israel that directly assist the people of Israel who have been affected by war or terrorist actions. Funds could be used for, but not limited to, assisting in providing Soldiers’ equipment (not including weapons), as well as general medical care, emergency services, evacuation support, transportation, trauma relief and psychological support, and housing.

    Rabbi Discretionary Fund
    Provides discretionary funds for the exclusive use of the Rabbi(s) as needed to perform their role as spiritual leader(s) of TAS.

    Ronna & Lew Edgers Memorial Israel Programs Fund
    Provides scholarship aid to children of members of the congregation in good standing for study programs in Israel.

    Saritzky Family Adult Education Fund
    Supports the development of special programs in adult Jewish education such as, but not limited to, Scholars-in-Residence, retreats, and study weekends.

    Social Action Fund
    Provides for the unmet needs of those experiencing poverty, illness, abuse, domestic violence, and/or religious persecution. We reach out to the needy in the local and global community through our social action partners and other valued organizations. We also promote and participate in community service events and activities to help others in need.

    Vi and David Lieber Memorial Music Fund
    Provides support to enrich the musical setting of the congregation’s worship services.

    Yahrzeit (Memorial Fund)
    Donations made in remembrance (Yahrzeit) of a family member or friend.

    Youth Fund
    Provides scholarships for participants in youth programs as well as to supplement the overall needs of the youth groups.

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    Make a Gift of Stock

    You can donate publicly traded stocks to Temple Ahavat Shalom. Giving appreciated stock to TAS can mean significant tax benefits for you!

    If you have owned appreciated securities for more than one year and a day, your contribution can offer the following benefits:

    1. Eliminate Capital Gains Tax: By donating appreciated securities, you avoid the capital gains tax owed.

    2. Enjoy a Last Minute Tax Break: Securities can be deducted on the date you transfer them – this is helpful at the end of the calendar year.

    If you are interested in making a gift of of stock and or securities, contact Aaron Solomon at asolomon@TASnorthridge.org or (818) 360-2258 with the transfer details so we can prepare to receive the stock in our account.

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    Donate a Vehicle

    Turn your old Car, Motorcycle, Boat, or RV into a valuable donation for Temple Ahavat Shalom!

    We are excited that you are thinking of donating your vehicle and having the proceeds go to TAS. We are connected with Vehicle Donations to Any Charity (V-DAC). V-DAC provides easy access for donors who wish to support their favorite non-profits by donating a vehicle.

    Click the link below to begin the process or feel free to call Vehicle Donations to Any Charity directly at 1-877-999-8322.

    Donate Your Vehicle

    About Temple Ahavat Shalom

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