Congregation Or Shalom

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Definition of Funds

Building Fund: Donations are used for the continuous upkeep of our building. These funds help offset unexpected expenses such as A/C, Heater, roof repair and any emergency repairs to our facility.

Beautification Fund: Donations are used for the upkeep of our grounds. Trees, plants, mulch, etc.

Biblical Garden Fund: Donations are used to maintain and support our biblical garden. Any questions for this fund should be addressed to BettyAnn Monash

David M. Braunstein Memorial Scholarship Fund: Donations are used to offer scholarships for Jewish related travel or Jewish summer camps. For questions regarding this fund please contact Diana Braunstein

Education Endowment Fund: This fund is maintained to provide interest income for restricted use by the synagogue for Education.

General Fund: All monies donated to this fund will supplement the current year’s budget.

Hebrew School: Funds are used for the needs of the Religious School. Examples: Bulletin boards, books and school supplies, etc.

Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund: The Rabbi uses these funds for charitable purpose. Donations to this fund can be made directly to the synagogue office.

Social Action: Donations will be used for all social action events and programs. Any questions to this fund should be addressed to Gina Arlen

Tree of Life: A leaf can be purchased to honor or commemorate any important life event. The cost of a leaf is $180.00 which will be displayed in our foyer. For more information please contact Christina Chusid

USY-Or Shalom Chapter: Funds are used to support USY for their activities.

Yahrzeit Plaque: Two plaques can be purchased for $360.00. The first would be a permanent plaque on the back wall of the sanctuary. The second plaque would be placed during the week of the Yahrzeit on the memorial wall in the front of the sanctuary. Additional information will be requested when purchasing a plaque. Please contact Ellen Gross for more information.

Oneg: Sponsor an Oneg for Friday night and/or Saturday morning for any celebration you with. The cost is $40.00 and the Sisterhood will purchase and set it up.

Sisterhood Cards & Contributions: Cards for all Occasions cost $5.00, Chaverim is $18.00 and Sisterhood Flowers are $18.00. A donation can also be made to the Sisterhood General fund.

Acme & Giant Script: Purchase supermarket cards and Or Shalom receives 5%. Purchase any amount in multiples of $50. This donation to Or Shalom COSTS YOU NOTHING! There are no restrictions and no expiration on the use of these cards at Acme and Giant. For additional information please contact Paula Blaustein