Those experiencing life cycle events often ask how they may most appropriately show their appreciation to the Kehillah staff and community for their assistance and support. Friends and relatives may also desire information on suitable ways to commemorate a loved one or honor the special moments in a congregant’s life. Below is a list of possible ways to make meaningful contributions towards supporting our synagogue in its service to the community:

 

Special Kehillah Funds

General Fund: Any donations not specifically designated for one of the funds below will automatically be applied to this fund, which directly supports the Kehillah’s operating budget. General fund donations afford the Kehillah maximum flexibility in pursuing its mission.

Cemetery Fund: This fund supports the cemetery grounds. In order to make the cemetery a beautiful Jewish space, we will be investing funds in landscaping the grounds.

Facilities Fund: This supports a number of much needed building improvements, capital and otherwise, planned for the Kehillah. Examples of projects currently awaiting funding range from a new kitchen and landscaping to an improved sound system, movable sanctuary walls, bimah furniture, and vestibule talisim holders. General donations in any amount are welcome. Alternatively, the Kehillah office will be happy to provide a complete list of specific projects and their estimated costs for more directed giving.

Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund: Rabbi Jen Feldman maintains a private fund to assist any Kehillah member in need or to support any synagogue or community endeavor, at her personal discretion. Donations should be made out to “Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund”.

Torah Fund: Managed by our Ritual committee, this fund is used to purchase prayer books and religious objects needed by the Kehillah community. Any donation amount is gratefully accepted.

Special Giving Opportunities

Adopt-A-Month Program: Instituted upon the purchase of our synagogue building, Adopt-a-Month seeks to reduce some of the mortgage costs in our operating budget. The donor may select the month that they wish to adopt, in coordination with the event that they are commemorating. Donations may range from $1000 to $3000.

Yahrzeit Memorial Plaques: The Kehillah is proud of its particularly beautiful wall mounting for the traditional bronze plaques bearing the names of deceased loved ones. Located to the side of the bimah, individual plaques may be purchased for $300, and proceeds support our General Fund.

Kehillah Endowments

Endowment for the Rabbi: This fund is set up through the Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation to pay the rabbi’s salary. The funds donated go towards the capital, and the interest is used yearly.

Program Endowment: This fund is set up through the Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation to pay for special enrichment programs at the Kehillah. The funds donated go towards the capital, and the interest is used yearly.

All contributions to the Kehillah are deeply appreciated and are specially noted in the synagogue newsletter. Stock donations are also accepted.

To make a contribution, please send a check to 1200 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, or contact the main office at admin@chkehillah.org or (919) 942-8914.