On-line Donations for Temple Beth Abraham
To donate: Scroll the down arrow to choose the fund or program where you wish to make your donation. A list of funds has been provided for your convenience. If there is a special purpose or recognition you wish to make, please note this with your donation so we can honor your donation appropriately.
For your convenience, the donation can be paid by major credit card (Visa or Master Card), PayPal, or be added to your member account.
If you have any questions or need assistance, do not hesitate to contact the Synagogue Office at 510-832-0936.
A very special Todah Rabah, thank you, for your generosity, our TBA community is stronger through your thoughtfulness.
Donation Funds
Temple Beth Abraham General Fund
The General Fund was established to accept donations that will directly impact the General Budget of the congregation. Donations to this fund support TBA’s day-to-day operations including: the programs of Bet Sefer, Gan Avraham, synagogue salaries, and buildings and grounds, membership outreach, our efforts in Tikkun Olam, Adult Education and religious observance programs.
Leonard Quittman Endowment Fund
This fund was established in 1976 to ensure the long-term financial health and stability of TBA. It is funded primarily through the annual High Holy Day Appeal, bequests and special lifetime gifts. This fund is administered by the Board of Trustees and all money is held separately from the general accounts of TBA.
The Endowment Fund historically is managed for the synagogue’s financial future and provides income that can be made available to fund special initiatives, especially those directed at the congregation’s long-term growth and stability, meet unforeseen emergencies, and support the synagogue’s current needs. This fund was renamed in 2003 to honor Leonard Quittman (of blessed memory) for his tireless efforts in creating this fund to ensure that TBA survived for future generations.
Rabbi Bloom Discretionary Fund
Donations to this fund are used to support the community of TBA and the greater Jewish community at the discretion of Rabbi Bloom.
Bet Sefer Discretionary Fund
Donations to this fund are disbursed by the Education Director. Funds are used to support the programs at the Bet Sefer.
Gan Avraham Discretionary Fund
Donations to this fund are disbursed by the Gan Avraham Director. Funds are used for the support of the Gan Avraham program.
Burton Polse Kiddush Fund
Donations to this fund are used to subsidize our weekly Kiddush Luncheons that are not sponsored. All who attend services are invited to join together for the Shabbat Kiddush.
Temple Beth Abraham Minyan Fund
Donations to this fund support the morning minyan by providing additional prayerbooks and breakfast for those attending minyan. The minyan fund has sponsored various Shabbat morning Kiddush luncheons and the Break-the-Fast oneg at the conclusion of Yom Kippur.
Yom HaShoah Fund
This fund was established in memory of loved ones whose lives were cut short in the Holocaust. This fund supports educational programming relating to the Shoah at Temple Beth Abraham and throughout the community, including the annual East Bay Yom HaShoah commemoration.
Jack and Jeanette Jeger Kitchen Fund
This fund was set up by Jack Jeger in memory of Jeanette Jeger who spent much of her time in the kitchen preparing a meal for the members of TBA. The proceeds of this fund will be used to purchase items needed to improve the kitchen, or enhance the serving or preparation of food.
Prayerbook Fund
Donations to this fund assist in purchasing prayerbooks, chumashim and machzorim for the congregation.
Rabbi Ralph DeKoven Camp Ramah Scholarship Fund
This fund provides scholarships to students whose families are in financial need, to attend a Camp Ramah program. The Grants are awarded by a committee and applications should be given to Rabbi Bloom.
Herman Hertz Israel Scholarship Fund
In honor of the Herman Hertz Family commitment to both Israel and Education, this fund provides scholarships to TBA graduates who have completed either 4 years of classes in the TBA Teen programs or who have celebrated their Bar or Bat Mitzvah in the synagogue. A scholarship is offered to assist in the travel to or live in Israel for a period of time.
Mollie Hertz Interfaith Outreach Fund
This fund was established to honor Mollie Hertz and her efforts to welcome and include all people who are “Karov Yisrael” (one who is close to Israel) into the Temple Beth Abraham community. The purpose of this fund is to support the efforts of spouses and partners of Temple Beth Abraham members to increase their knowledge and appreciation of Judaism, and to reach out to other individuals who wish to learn more about Judaism.
Danielle and Deren Rehr-Davis Teen Fund
The purpose of this fund is to sponsor or support activities for the benefit of persons between ages of 14 to 20 who are members of TBA, and of other Jewish persons ages 14 to 20 in the local community. For example, distributions may be made for expenditures relating to: Congregation-sponsored programming and functions designed for teens; security for teens participating in Congregation or community sponsored events; dances; guest speakers; Shabbat Kiddush gatherings; outings; programs to foster the health and well-being of teens; services in support of disabled teens; support for B’nai Brith Youth Organization functions; support for confirmation classes and/or ceremonies; support for brother/sister programs with other synagogues; assistance for foreign exchange students.
Harold Rubel Memorial Music Fund
Harold Rubel had a love of music. He sang in his synagogue choir in New York and organized cantorial concerts for his community. This fund was established in Harold’s memory to foster a love of music in the Temple Beth Abraham community.
Rosebud and Ben Silver Library Fund
Ben and Rosebud Silver were dedicated to learning through literature. This fund was established to further the ideals of literacy by creating and maintaining the synagogue’s library and religious texts.
Pola Silver Teen Holocaust Education Trip Fund
In honor of the 50th Birthday of Alan Silver, his family established a fund to honor his mother, Pola Silver. Pola was a loved member of TBA and often could be found volunteering in the office and around the campus. As a Holocaust survivor, her family would like to be sure teen members of TBA have the funds to travel with programs that teach holocaust education.
Sam and Shirley Silver Playground Fund
Sam Silver adored children and understood that the future of Judaism was in their hands. As a testament to this love, the family of Sam Silver established this fund. This fund maintains and improves our TBA playground for use by both children of TBA and Gan Avraham students.
Leo and Helen Wasserman Educational/Cultural Fund
Leo and Helen Wasserman were great leaders of our congregation and community. Helen was president of many organizations. Leo was president of Temple Beth Abraham and served on many community boards. The Wasserman’s established this fund to underwrite special educational and cultural events at Temple Beth Abraham.
It would be an honor to establish a new fund in honor or in memory of a loved one. Simply contact the Rabbi or the Executive Director for details.
