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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES AT BARNERT
Tzedakah is one of the many mitzvot that we aim to fulfill as Jews. Barnert Temple provides our congregants with many opportunities to both support our Temple, its special programming, and social action activities while fulfilling the obligation of tzedakah.
Jewish tradition holds that anytime we celebrate simchas (times of rejoicing) we offer tzedakah at the time of the celebration. When the simcha is officiated by one of our clergy, it is appropriate to make a contribution to a discretionary fund. Often our clergy provide support and comfort during times of sorrow as well, and so it is also appropriate to give tzedakah at those moments.
Gifts to the discretionary funds are used to support congregants in need as well as causes important to the clergy and the Temple. This form of tzedakah is a way of acknowledging our appreciation, not only for our clergy's support of us, but also for our larger Temple Community. As Judaism teaches us, when we receive, we give back.
You might ask, "How much should I give?" History shows us that people give the right amount. Some have requested that we suggest an appropriate donation. We are uncomfortable with this because your gift is very personal. Our experience has shown that people give generously and from the heart. We are grateful for all gifts.
Throughout the year, there are numerous and diverse opportunities to support a wide variety of social action causes. However, below is a listing of year-round ways in which you can support our Temple.
BARNERT TEMPLE DISCRETIONARY FUNDS
Donations made to the funds listed below are recognized in our monthly bulletin. While we hope to offer online donations in the future, at this time donations must be made by check. If you wish to make a contribution to any of the funds listed below, make your check payable to "Barnert Temple" with a note indicating the fund(s) to which the contribution should be directed.
Barnert Temple Community Support Fund
Maintains existing members when they are faced with economic hardships by providing dues relief. Barnert Temple Endowment Fund
Income from this fund supports the Temple’s general operations. Barnert Temple Men's Club
The Men’s Club directs monies in their ongoing support of the Temple's needs. Cantor’s Discretionary Fund
Enables the Cantor to enrich the musical and other cultural opportunities for the Congregation and to enhance Jewish music in the US and around the world. David Nalven Memorial Youth Activities Fund
Income from this fund provides support and resources to facilitate educational activities for the Barnert Temple Youth. Elsie and Howard Kahan Memorial Holocaust Fund
Provides funds for educational purposes relating to the Holocaust in the Congregation, the Temple schools and the local community. Gutenstein Youth Community Service Fund
Provides funds for support and resources to facilitate post bar/bat mitzvah students to continue working in community service. Historical Archives Fund
Supports and maintains the historical archives collection of and at the Barnert Temple. Interfaith Fund
Supports programs and provides educational material that furthers awareness and understanding of interfaith relationships. Jacob Cohn Library Fund
Provides for the purchase of educational, informative, entertaining and/or cultural materials and programs, including adult and children’s reference material, for the Barnert Temple library. Jed Haubenstock BarTY Fund
Provides scholarship assistance for regional / national / international youth programs including trips to Israel and supports programs and activities for the Barnert Temple Youth Group. Lifelong Learning Fund
Defrays the cost of materials and instructor fees for any Temple educational programming. The fund also provides scholarship assistance for teen or adult learners who otherwise could not afford to participate. Mount Nebo Cemetery Beautification Fund
Provides maintenance and beautification of Mt. Nebo Cemetery in Totowa, which is owned by the Temple. Nana Cele Low Garden Fund
Provides for materials and labor for an on-site intergenerational, social action community garden where children and adults of all ages may participate. Pavers
Donations may be made to commemorate any occasion. Personalized bricks, to be placed at the entrance to The Center for Jewish Education and Lifelong Learning, may be ordered in two sizes. The 6 x 6” brick costs $110; the 6” x 9” brick costs $165. Proceeds support our general operating expenses. Prayer Book
Donations may be made to commemorate any occasion. Donations will be used to purchase a prayer book ($36) or a Torah Commentary ($54), and name plates will be affixed. Donations of lesser amounts are also appreciated, and the monies will be used to defray costs. Preschool Teacher Appreciation Fund
Helps to cover the cost of tuition for Early Childhood Education college courses and other training and development programs including educational workshops/seminars and trips to Israel. Donations may be made at any time but are often considered as holiday and end-of-year teacher gifts. President’s Discretionary Fund
The President directs funds toward worthy expenses for the Temple that are not funded by our operating budget. Rabbi Martin Freedman URJ Camp Scholarship Fund
Income from this fund provides a scholarship to a four-week Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) summer camp for a qualified Temple student, who otherwise could not afford to go. Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund
Funds are applied towards people in need (both members and others), charitable organizations, and special events within the Congregation not funded by the Temple’s operating budget. Religious School Teacher Appreciation Fund
Helps cover costs to supplement Religious School teacher training and development, including educational workshops/seminars and trips to Israel. Funds also provide scholarships for college-bound madrichim. Donations may be made at any time but are often considered as holiday and end-of-year teacher gifts. Social Action Fund
Helps fund activities and programs to fulfill the Temple’s practice of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) by raising awareness, educating our congregation about the issues of social injustice and the environment, both locally and globally, and donating to applicable causes. Tree of Life
Donations may be made to commemorate any occasion. A donation of $118 purchases an engraved leaf on the Tree of Life in the Temple Lobby; a donation of $1,800 purchases a rock at the Tree of Life base. Proceeds support our general operating expenses. Yahrzeit
Donations are made to remember the yearly anniversary of a loved one’s death. Permanent memorial plaques and weekly Yahrzeit plaques may also be purchased.
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SISTERHOOD FUNDS
The funds listed above are held by the Barnert Temple Sisterhood. If you would like to make a donation, make your checks payable to “Barnert Temple Sisterhood” with a note indicating the fund(s) to which the contribution should be directed.
Barnert Temple Sisterhood
The Sisterhood directs monies in their ongoing support of Temple needs. Helen Lee Mitzvah Fund
Supports the Caring Community in providing Temple members with cards, meals, gifts, visits, transportation and general mitzvot. This fund provides for those in times of need, as well as those celebrating joyous occasions. Oneg Shabbat Fund
Donations may be made to commemorate any occasion. A minimum donation of $250 is required to be an Oneg Shabbat sponsor. The names of sponsors are included in the Friday evening Shabbat service announcements. Donations of amounts less than $250 are always appreciated, and the monies will be used to defray Oneg Shabbat costs. Donations of any amount are acknowledged in the Bulletin. Pulpit Flower Fund
Donations may be made to commemorate any occasion. A minimum donation of $50 is required to sponsor pulpit flowers for Friday evening services. The names of sponsors are included in the Friday evening Shabbat service announcements. Donations of amounts less than $50 are always appreciated, and the monies will be used to defray flower costs. Donations of any amount are acknowledged in the Bulletin. Robin L. Blumberg Memorial Fund for Shabbat Music
Supports Shabbat musical experiences.
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 TREE OF LIFE
Our Tree of Life is a beautiful piece of art and symbolism that stands in our lobby. Each leaf on the tree and rock at its base is filled with an engraved plaque. Members can purchase an engraved leaf on the tree for $118 and an engraved rock at the tree's base for $1,800. Help our Tree of Life blossom. Commemorate a joyous event, like a birthday, bar/bat mitzvah, wedding or anniversary with a permanent dedication. Purchasing a leaf or rock allows you leave a lasting legacy that will be viewed and read for generations.
To purchase an engraved leaf or rock, download the Tree of Life order form and return it with your payment to the Temple office. If you have questions, contact the Temple office at (201) 848-1800.
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 PAVE THE WAY FOR BARNERT TEMPLE: PURCHASE A PAVER!
The walkway leading into The Center for Jewish Education and Lifelong Learning is lined with pavers, many of them inscribed with messages that remember and honor both individuals and events. You, too, can add your name and message to one of these pavers and support Barnert Temple at the same time.
Commemorate an anniversary, birthday, graduation, confirmation, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah or just show your support for our Temple by purchasing a personalized paver. Pave the way (literally and figuratively) for future generations at our Temple by adding your name to one of our pavers. They make beautiful gifts, too!
The 6" X 6" pavers are $110 each and can display 3 lines of text with 10 characters per line. The 6" X 9" pavers are $165 each and can display 4 lines of text with 14 characters per line.
To purchase an engraved paver, submit your order form along with your payment (made payable to Barnert Temple) to the Temple's main office. If you have questions about our paver purchasing program, contact Sherrie Reiter Lynn Kaston.
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 SCRIP: IT'S EASY, IT'S CONVENIENT, AND IT'S FREE!
SCRIP is one of the easiest ways to support the Barnert Temple Sisterhood and the Temple projects and social action causes it supports.
What is SCRIP? In simple terms, it's a program that allows you to buy gift cards or certificates, just like the ones you see in the stores, for face value. The Sisterhood receives a portion of gift cards' value from the merchants. SCRIP allows you to buy what you need, when you want to buy it. SCRIP doesn't cost you anything because you simply use your SCRIP gift cards/certificates like cash. If you spend $25 you receive a $25 gift card.
The list of merchants (see below) makes it easy for anyone to participate in this program. SCRIP gift cards also make great gifts! The next time you need a gift card for your kids, colleagues or a friends, consider purchasing your cards through the Barnert Temple Sisterhood.
To purchase SCRIP, contact Susan Sauer or Amy Lynn.
List of Participating Merchants
You can purchase SCRIP gift cards for the following establishments and merchants. There is something for everyone, so purchase your SCRIP today!
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MERCHANTS
A&P
AMC Loews
Barnes & Noble
Bed, Bath & Beyond
Bloomingdales
Burger King
Crate & Barrel
CVS
Dress Barn
Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins
Exxon/Mobil Gas Cards
Gap/Banana Republic/Old Navy
Gulf Gas Cards
Home Depot
iTunes
KFC
Kings
Kosher Nosh
Macys
Market Basket
Panera Bread
Sephora
Shell Gas Cards
Shop Rite
Staples
Starbucks
Stop & Shop
TJ Maxx/Marshalls/HomeGoods
Toys R Us
Wendy's
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GIFT CARD DENOMINATIONS
$25
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$10 & $25
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$10
$50
$25
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$15
$5
$25
$10
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$20
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$10 & $25
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$10
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