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TBE funds and endowments are linked to important aspects of Temple Life. The purpose of donations is twofold: to provide a stable future for the congregation and to provide a cushion for difficult economic times. Donations also offer flexibility for future Temple programming.

TBE endowment contributions are invested with the Jewish Community Foundation of Washtenaw County. Most endowments require a $500 minimum contribution. If you would like more information about any of the endowments below, please contact TBE’s Executive Director, Melissa Sigmond.

Learn more about each fund, and make a donation by clicking on the link below or by sending a check directly to TBE’s office.

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Temple Beth Emeth Funds

TBE Funds

Adult Education Fund: Supports adult education programming
Back Door Food Pantry Fund: Supports the purchasing of food for the pantry
Building Fund: Supports upgrades and maintenance of our space
Cantor’s Discretionary Fund: Provides funds to be used at the discretion of the Cantor.
Caring Community Fund: Supports outreach to members in time of celebration, during illness, and to comfort our bereaved
Flower Fund: Provides support for bima flowers
General Fund: Provides general operating support for the current fiscal year
Genesis Landscape Fund: Supports care and maintenance of the gardens and grounds.
Library Fund: Supports the procurement of books for the temple library
Members Helping Members Fund: Provides financial support to members who need assistance
Memorial Garden Care Fund: Supports maintenance and upkeep of the temple’s cemetery section at Arborcrest Memorial and Washtenong Gardens.
Music Fund: Supports the various music programs at the temple
Oneg Fund: Supports congregational onegs following Shabbat services
Piano Fund: Supports the purchase and maintenance of keyboard instruments.
Professional Development Fund in Honor of Ronnie Simon: Supports leadership development for the professional staff. Established in honor of TBE’s former Executive Director, Ronnie Simon.
Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund: Provides funds to be used at the discretion of the Rabbi.
Religious Education Fund: Supports current and future school programs and scholarships
Social Action Fund: Supports social action projects and community initiatives
Spiritual Life Fund: Maintains the readiness of the sanctuary and chapel for prayer
Year of Torah Fund: Available to invest in ideas and programming that enhances the spiritual life of the congregation and the broader Jewish community.
Youth Fund: Supports youth programming
Youth Scholarship Fund: Provides scholarships for youth activities, including confirmation class, trips to Israel and attendance at URJ summer camps.
Women of Temple Beth Emeth Fund: Supports the activities of WTBE’s programs

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Temple Beth Emeth Endowments

Temple Beth Emeth Endowments

Caring Community Endowment:
Supports the activities of TBE’s Caring Community Program, outreach to members in time of celebration, during illness, and to comfort our bereaved.
L’dor V’dor Endowment:
To provide general support to the temple
Melvin and Lois Levy Endowment:
Honors the Rabbi Emeritus Robert Levy’s parents, Melvin and Lois Levy, to provide annual operating support for programming and events
Music and Spirituality Endowment in Honor of Cantor Emerita Annie Rose:
Established in honor of Cantor Emerita Annie Rose’s 20 + years of service to TBE, to support music and spirituality programs
Sundelson Library Endowment:
Established by Charlotte Sundelson and late husband Jack, to purchase educational resources for the TBE library

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