Helping Others
 
  •    The Hebrew word Mitzvah (pl. Mitzvot) literally means "commandment", but is often used to refer to good deeds. It is an important goal of Temple Shir Hadash to help both our local community, and to help Israel. Our Social Action Committee plans events each year to help others, and is committed to "tikkun olam" - repairing the world, and "tzedaka" - charity.
  •    To learn more about the Social Action Committee, you can send an email or use our Contact Form.
  •  Below are some worthy Jewish charities you may wish to help.

JFNA

The Jewish Federations of North America represents 157 Jewish Federations & 400 independent Jewish communities.
The Federation movement, collectively among the top 10 charities on the continent, protects and enhances the well-being of Jews worldwide through the values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), tzedakah (charity and social justice) and Torah (Jewish learning). 

JCA

Jewish Charities of America serves as the shadchan - matchmaker - between local and international Jewish organizations committed to tikkun olam - repairing the world - and CFC donors who want to give their tzedakah - charitable contributions - for worthy Jewish purposes.

The American Jewish Committee is one of the oldest Jewish advocacy organizations worldwide.Established in 1906 to help protect Russian Jews from the pogroms, it has since spoken out on the behalf of Jews in vulnerable communities across the world.

The Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (aka the JDC or “the Joint”) helps vulnerable Jewish and non-Jewish populations worldwide. Its primary program areas are: rescue, relief and recovery, renewal, and Israel

 

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is an activist organization fighting hate and anti-semitism around the world.It is the number one best recognized organization of its kind in the Jewish world.

The United Jewish Communities (UJC) is the keystone for giving in the Jewish world. When people talk about “the federations,” what they are referring to is the UJC’s federated regional offices.

Met Council is the voice of the Jewish poor and the first line of defense for our community’s needy.  We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and treat every individual with dignity and respect.

RRC is a progressive rabbinical school where people of all backgrounds engage intensively with Jewish texts, thought and practice.Each student develops a unique rabbinical vision that integrates Jewish knowledge with dedication to the Jewish people, spiritual maturity, interpersonal skills and integrity.

 

  

 
 

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