Description of Funds
Description of Funds
General Fund
The General Fund is used to support Seaside’s operations as well as many program areas. The general fund is mainly supported by member dues and unrestricted program donations other than those listed below.
Program Funds
Adult Education
Donations to the Adult Education program are used to enhance educational programming and to purchase materials that are not available without cost. These materials could include books, films, subscriptions, and related items and to underwrite live appearances by invited speakers.
Chesed
Contributions to the Chesed program are used to support congregants in need. These include supplying meals of comfort when a congregant has a bereavement; supplying food for shiva and memorial services; sending cards to those who are ill, recovering from surgery or experiencing a bereavement; supplying meals for those congregants recovering from surgery or experiencing illness; and supplying memorial candles (when not supplied by the funeral home).
Community Service Program
Donations to this fund are used to support non-profit community organizations whose mission coincides with SJC’s commitment to Tikkun Olam. Each year, organizations to receive the funds are identified by the members of the Community Service Committee and approved by the SJC Board of Directors. In selecting organizations, the Community Service Committee gives priority to local non-profit groups or those with a local presence.
High Holiday Appeal
Contributions provided through the High Holiday appeal is used to support Seaside’s operations as well as many program areas.
Interfaith
Contributions to this program support community-wide joint efforts with other faith houses including programs directed at the youth of those faith houses. Worship Contributions to this program support the worship programming provided by Seaside.
Designated / Restricted Funds
Alfred Gross Scholars Program
AGSP invites speakers to Seaside for the purpose of leading interesting and topical discussions for Seaside members. This is a self-funding program.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tutoring
Contributions to this fund help our members’ children prepare for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah by providing tutoring. Tutors work with students once a week, 4- 6 months in advance of their Bar/ Bat Mitzvah.
Building Fund
Provides for the ongoing care and maintenance of our property and building.
Religious Leaders Discretionary Fund
Donations to this fund allow the Religious Leader to respond to needs in the community either by directly and confidentially assisting congregants in need, by supporting other worthy organizations, or by providing scholarships for Jewish programming.
Retire the Mortgage Fund
These funds will be used to reduce the mortgage on the recently completed expansion of Seaside.
Ritual Objects
Donations will help support the acquisition and maintenance of precious ritual items for SJC, including but not limited to, purchase, repair and/or cleaning of Torahs, mezzuzot, Havdalah items, menorahs, tallit, and siddurim.
Youth Programming
Contributions to this fund support the extracurricular youth programming and religious school programs. The fund provides support for field trips, activities, special educational programming for the religious school (supporting educational materials and supplies), and support for youth group activities
Sat, January 28 2023
6 Shevat 5783
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2023February Ladles of Love
Monday, Jan 23rd (All day)
This month's selection is vegetarian chili and cornbread. One quart, $15.00, two quarts for $25.00; cornbread, six pieces for $8. Challah is also available for $6. Deadline for orders is Wednesday, February 15. Pickup is Friday, February 24, 11 to 12. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2023Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Jan 28th 10:00a to 12:00p
Led by Rabbi Julie Danan -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2023Actors on Acting Event (Social Committee)
Motzei Shabbat, Jan 28th 7:00p to 9:00p
Actors on Acting with Bill Newcott -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 31 , 2023Demographic Survey Presentation
Tuesday, Jan 31st 7:00p to 8:00p
Social Justice Committee -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 2 , 2023Rabbi's Winter Seminar Series
Thursday, Feb 2nd 7:00p to 8:30p
Rabbi Julie Danan is offering a special in-depth winter seminar series via Zoom for all interested adults, with lots of participation and interaction. No prior knowledge or background is needed, only a sincere willingness to learn about Judaism at a deeper level and to engage in meaningful and thoughtful discussion. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2023Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, Feb 3rd 7:30p to 9:30p
Led by Rabbi Julie Danan -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2023Delaware Synagogue Game Night CANCELLED
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 4th 7:00p to 8:30p
Delaware Synagogue Game Night. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 5 , 2023Tu Bishvat Seder
Sunday, Feb 5th 7:00p to 8:30p
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2023Rabbi's Winter Seminar Series
Wednesday, Feb 8th 7:00p to 8:30p
Rabbi Julie Danan is offering a special in-depth winter seminar series via Zoom for all interested adults, with lots of participation and interaction. No prior knowledge or background is needed, only a sincere willingness to learn about Judaism at a deeper level and to engage in meaningful and thoughtful discussion. -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2023Your Neighbor's Faith
Thursday, Feb 9th 7:00p to 8:00p
Conversations on important topics of faith led by Clergy of different faiths within our community. Held monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 7:00 – 8:00 PM.