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The Mitzvah of Tzedakah
Tzedakah is often translated from Hebrew to mean “charity,” but its true meaning is rooted in the obligation to justice and righteousness. Each individual act of tzedakah expresses a sacred and enduring Jewish value by connecting us through the continuous pursuit to better our world.
We appreciate and acknowledge your generous contributions of any size.
Gifts in Honor, Memory, or Celebration
There are options to make a gift in celebration of a simcha, to honor someone special, and to remember a loved one. Help fund the moments—big and small—that shape Kehillah every day.
We appreciate your generous contributions of any size as they are vital to sustaining our community. Each gift to Kehillah makes possible all that we do today and prepares us for an ever more promising tomorrow.
For more information about how to donate, please contact our Director of Operations and Finance, Stephanie, at (919) 942-8914.
Ways to Donate –
Credit Card
Make your contribution online using your Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Check
Mail your check to: Kehillah Synagogue, 1200 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Kehillah Fund Categories
- General Fund: Directly supports Kehillah’s operating budget.
- Kehillah Religious School
- Kehillah Jewish Preschool
- Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund: Each one of our rabbis has a private fund to assist Kehillah members, synagogue programs, and community endeavors.
- Cemetery Fund: Beautifies and maintains the cemetery grounds, including landscaping and new plantings.
- Tikkun Olam: Donations are used to support local non-profits and community partners, identified each year by the Social Action Committee.
Appreciated Securities
It is surprisingly easy to make a gift of securities. In most instances, stocks can be transferred electronically from your account into one maintained by Kehillah Synagogue.
It is more favorable for you as a donor to contribute appreciated securities because:
- You receive a tax deduction for the full current market value of the donated stock.
- You do not incur capital gains tax.
In order to enjoy the maximum deduction for gifts of stock, you must have owned the stocks for at least one year and one day. Such gifts qualify for a tax deduction for the full current fair market value of the donated stock and do not incur tax on the capital gains. Be sure to contact your tax adviser regarding how this can apply to you.
Consider contributing gifts of appreciated securities to pay Kehillah membership dues or to make your Annual Fund gift.
IRA Charitable Rollover
The IRA Charitable Rollover… An Easy Way to Support Kehillah!
If you are age 70½ or older you can direct your IRA administrator to distribute a gift from your IRA to support Kehillah. Any amount transferred counts against the required minimum distribution, and individuals can direct up to $100,000/year.
Easy Steps to Make an IRA Rollover Gift:
- Contact your IRA administrator. Most IRA administrators provide forms and a procedure to help you make a rollover gift.
- You can direct a transfer of up to $100,000 to be made this year from your IRA to Kehillah Synagogue.
- You will pay no income taxes on the amount transferred.
- Note: Because the transferred amount cannot be treated as income you will not receive an income tax deduction for your gift.
All information has been obtained from sources believed by Kehillah Synagogue to be reliable. As with all gifts, please consult your tax advisor.
Leaving a Legacy – Join Kehillah’s L’Dor V’Dor Society.
What Is the L’Dor V’Dor Society?
The L’Dor V’Dor Society honors Kehillah members who’ve made a legacy commitment through the Grinspoon Foundation’s Life & Legacy program. These after-lifetime gifts help ensure the long-term strength and vitality of our Jewish community.
Why Become a L’Dor V’Dor Society Member?
- Legacy isn’t about wealth—it’s about values. Even modest gifts can make a lasting impact, rooted in purpose.
- It’s never ‘too soon.’ Whether you’re building your career, raising kids, or planning retirement, pledging now sets a meaningful intention that grows with you.
- Your plans can evolve. A pledge today is a starting point, not a final draft. You can revisit, revise, and even revoke as your life and family change.
- It’s surprisingly simple. Legacy gifts can include naming the synagogue as a secondary or tertiary beneficiary on retirement accounts or life insurance, or donating stock, bonds, real estate, donor-advised funds, or charitable trusts.
- You’ll deepen your role in sustaining Jewish community. L’Dor V’Dor members share a commitment to continuity, connection, and collective responsibility.
- You model what matters. Your pledge sends a powerful message to your children, peers, and community: Jewish life is worth investing in.
- It feels good. There’s quiet joy in knowing you’re helping shape a future that reflects your deepest values.
How do I learn more?
If you’re ready to make Kehillah part of your legacy—or simply want to explore what that could look like—we’d love to start the conversation. Reach out anytime to advancement co-chairs Amy (entwistle.amy@gmail.com) or Suzanne (suzanne@dustrhino.com) and help ensure that our Jewish community is strong and vibrant for generations to come.