Holidays

The most important aspect of Purim is opening our hearts to those who are less fortunate and spreading the joy to them by giving Matanot LaEvyonim. This mitzvah requires us to give tzedakah on the day of Purim. This gift can be given directly, or one may give money before Purim to a person or organization who will distribute the money to the hand of a poor person on Purim day. The Rambam teaches us that it is better to expend more on tzedakah than to spend resources on our meal and mishloach manot. To help the CBY Rabbinim distribute these funds to those in need on Purim, it would be greatly beneficial to receive the majority of the funds before Purim. Contributions can be made via THIS FORM or by sending a check, made payable to the Rabbi's Discretionary Fund and marked "Matanot LaEvyonim", to the Shul Office, or given to the Rabbis.