Contribute Online To Fulfill the Custom of Zecher L'Machatzit HaShekel
It is customary during the month of Adar to make a charitable donation to commemorate the Machatzit HaShekel, the annual half-shekel tax that every Jew would give during the times of the Beit HaMikdash to fund the expenses of the Beit HaMikdash.
To fulfill this custom, how much should one give?
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All money collected will be distributed to local Jewish individuals and families in need for throughout the year assistance. This transaction is 100% tax deductible and "No goods or services have been provided for this contribution" will appear on the donation receipt.
Please note:
Amount collected for Machatzis HaShekel will not be included with Matanos L'evyonim distribution. To fulfill Matanos L'evyonim please click banner below
Amount collected for Machatzis HaShekel will not be included with Matanos L'evyonim distribution. To fulfill Matanos L'evyonim please click banner below
As Jewish communities in the Greater Washington area continue to grow, so have the number of families and individuals needing assistance. As a volunteer staffed organization, every dollar donated translates into direct assistance. Please consider making a donation of any amount.