KAPPAROT
Kapparot
and I will go to a good, long and peaceful life."
The pre-Yom Kippur custom of kapparot involves waving a chicken, fish or sum of money over the head of each person in the family, which is later given to the poor. Our tradition teaches that we hope that in the merit of giving to tzedaka, we will be blessed with a good and pleasant year.
By donating to American Friends of Yad Eliezer/B'ezri's Kapparot program, you will brighten the lives of the poor this High Holiday season at the most effective level possible. Our scrupulous management and efficient means of distribution enable us to maintain limited overhead and administrative costs, so over 96% of funds go directly to needy families.
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Emergency Financial Assistance Fund
We provide emergency financial assistance for thousands of families each year. Please support this life saving project by giving generously.
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Rosh Hashana, High Holiday Donation Opportunities
Help needy families with food purchases in honor of the High Holidays. Together we can bring them a sense of celebration, making it a happier new year.
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Arrange For Kaddish For a Loved One
Arrange Kaddish prayer services for a loved one while supporting our poverty relief programs.
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Year End
Your year end, tax deductible gift can change lives through our 20+ social service programs. Every donation makes a difference.
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Summer Relief Campaign
With impoverished kids stuck at home, leaving parents unable to go to work, the loss of income makes an already difficult situation even worse. No money to buy food or pay the electric bill makes summer unbearable. We can bring relief.
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Winter Warmth Campaign
Join us in distributing new, quality winter coats and thick quilts for those who can't afford to purchase them. Keep families warm this winter.
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