Giving

Congregation

Kehilat Shalom

A Welcoming Jewish Reconstructionist Community

253 Belle Mead-Griggstown Road
Belle Mead, NJ 08502
(908) 359-0420
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Giving

Our synagogue relies on our congregation's generosity of spirit in order to remain open in the way that supports our values and mission. While each household contributes to membership, it is important for each of us to respond to the general needs of the congregation by giving when the call goes out for a special project, and by contributing time, expertise, and funds as we are able.

Contributions are acknowledged to the donor and, upon request, to the person honored or the family of the person remembered. In addition, an acknowledgement of the donor's generosity will appear in the monthly Newsletter, unless otherwise specified.

Following is a list of CKS giving opportunities. This is not a comprehensive list, but a starting point. We welcome your suggestions and support to enhance and strengthen our community.

Adult Education

Our adult education provides a venue for an array of programs that bring the teachings of Judaism to life. Learn more about adult education at CKS.

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Beautification Fund

Enables aesthetic improvements to be made to the building and grounds which reflect our heritage and are within the philosophy of the congregation.

Donate to this fund using PayPal or a credit card.

Building Fund

Provides for capital improvements to the building and grounds, such as new windows, roof, shed, etc.

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Cell Phone/Printer Cartridge Recycling and Fundraising

Drop off your cell phones and empty printer cartridges. We recycle them and receive money for each one. Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

General Fund

Enables unrestricted contributions to support the broad range of CKS activities.

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Hebrew School Fund

Enables innovative educational programs and special projects for our next generation.

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High Holiday Appeal

Is a customary gift of the High Holiday Season, and is an expression of tzedakah that makes real the concept, "Repentance, Prayer and Charity temper judgment's severe decree."

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Kehiloft

Enhances the lives of our high school students through social and social justice activities as they learn and live the principles of Judaism.

We welcome community members who wish to give back by teaching a Kehi-loft class.

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Magazine Sales

Order or renew your subscriptions for magazines through American Publishers. Use webcode WC3453 on aphearst.com. These make great gifts all year round, and we get 42% profit from each sale!

Oneg Sponsorships

Help enhance our Shabbat and Holiday observances and help defray the costs of Friday Night Onegs. Contact: Natalie London

Planned Giving

Designed to benefit the donor while providing support to the synagogue. Consult with your financial advisor regarding such arrangements as bequests, donations of appreciated assets such as real estate, stock, life insurance, and charitable remainder trusts.

Rabbi's Discretionary Fund

Honor our Rabbi and enable her to provide assistance to those in need and to support those causes which reflect Jewish values.

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Spring Appeal

Expresses appreciation and support for all that we are doing at CKS.

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Tikkun Olam

Pursues and advocates for social justice and welfare issues in accordance with the teachings and mandates of Judaism. Contributions aid the general operating budget by providing funds for helping us help those in need.

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Tree of Life

A tribute to a loved one, a light next to this bronze plaque in our sanctuary denotes the week of Yahrzeit and ensures that the name will be read before Kaddish. Contributions support the Synagogue's general operating fund.

Yahrzeit

Contributions are part of the Jewish custom of memory, given on the anniversary of the death of a loved one. It is also a custom to contribute at the time of listing a name in the Synagogue's annual Memory Book, distributed during Yizkor on Yom Kippur. Contributions support the Synagogue's general operating fund.

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