Donations

 

We would like to stress to members that the money received from membership and seat fees covers just over 50% of the annual expenses of the Bet Knesset and that the deficit needs to be covered by donations from the congregation especially for Aliyot, Smachot, Yizkor and Yahrzeits.

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We carried out essential renovations in the building including installing new seats in the Ezrat Nashim of the main shul, waterproofing the roof and installing a new Aron Kodesh in the main shul. We thank all who have generously contributed to these improvements.

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Methods for donations with Israeli tax receipts per Tax section 46 (see notice below), membership dues and High holyday seats:

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Option 1) For credit card in either USD or Shekel  (Mandatory that Israel ID number is included in the transaction).

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For US$ donations    click here

For Shekel₪ donations click here

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Option 2) A bank transfer directly to Hazvi Israel within Israel, or using IBAN, SWIFT, ABA systems for overseas transfers. 

For transfers within Israel:

Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot (Bank number 20), Branch 403, Account 011145 Hazvi Israel Kehilat Komemiyut Jerusalem

 

For overseas transfers:

IBAN code IL67 0204 0300 0000 0011 145

SWIFT Code MIZBILIT

 Please include our name as listed above, branch 403 account 011145 and the purpose of the transfer (i.e. seats and membership, donation, etc).

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From the USA using the ABA system :

Numbers you might need:

021000021 JPMORGAN-CHASE NYC

 544723637 UNITED MIZRAHI BANK

Our name: Hazvi Israel Kehilat Komemiyut Jerusalem

Our account number: 403 011145

Purpose of the transfer (i.e. seats and membership, donation, etc).

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Option 3) A check payable to Hazvi Israel, drawn on Israel or US bank, sent by regular mail to the shul address or delivered directly to the shul.

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Option 4) Cash using envelope and donor card provided at the shul.

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SPECIAL NOTICE:
As part of the processes for improving service to the public and out of a commitment to safeguard the rights of taxpayers in the State of Israel, the Tax Authority announced that as of January 1, 2025, public institutions that have approval under section 46 of the Income Tax Ordinance will be asked to issue receipts to donors through the Tax Authority's “Digital Donation System”.

 

The system assigns a unique registration number to each receipt for a donation generated from the Hazvi Israel computerized software and automatically transfers the receipt details to the Tax Authority. The unique registration number will appear on the receipt for a donation in addition to the reference number. The receipt details are stored in the donor's personal area and can be used for tax coordination, tax return and in the future even for automatic credit by the employer.

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Detailed information can be found at the following websites:
https://www.gov.il/he/pages/info_digital_donation_system
https://www.gov.il/he/pages/faq-digital-donation-system

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For Hazvi Israel to comply with the rules for issuing receipts, and for donors to receive their tax credit, all donations must include the following:

• Israel ID Number

• Hebrew Name as it appears on Israel ID

• English Name and telephone number (for Hazvi Israel internal use only)

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In preparation, our receipt system database will be updated with the correct ID information for all donors and members using the new online membership and donor registration form.  The form may be filled out on your computer or cellular device. It can be accessed using the link here: https://forms.gle/8ePc4E9tv1rM9zjS7 . When form is complete, just SEND/SUBMIT and it will be forwarded to our server. You may edit information in future so you will not be required to fill out a form each year.

This will be a one-time event during 2024 for any subsequent donations.  Anonymous donations (no Israel ID number) may still be made but cannot be used for tax purposes.

For Bank transfers or credit card payments – after payment is made, please send an e-mail to accts@hovevei.org.il stating any special purpose for the donation.
 

Instructions for donations to receive  a 501c US tax receipt

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If you require a 501c US tax receipt, then please use PEF Israel Endowment Fund.  You have the option to make a bank transfer or simply perform a transaction by credit card from their website. 

 

The following are basic instructions:

If you go to their website https://pefisrael.org/ you will see an explanation about donations, but essentially, they are moving online to either credit card or bank transfer grants. 

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For credit/debit card:

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Use the “Donate Now” button in the lower right of their main web page to make the donation. Please note that the credit card service used by PEF deducts a 3.5% fee.

On the next screen, enter our organization ID number 58-0012722 and then select “Beit Haknesset Hatzvi Israel”.  You will then see our organization registration page, scroll down and select the “Donate Now” button.

A new window will open which allows you to enter the US$ amount.  Then “Donate Now” to move to the next window where you enter your personal details.  Once all information is entered you move to the final screen to enter credit card details and complete the transaction. 

 

For Bank Transfer (The preferred option, as no fees are deducted):

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The FIRST critical task is for you to send an email to info@pefisrael.org  to notify that you intend to make a bank transfer.  PEF  will then send you the bank account information and further instructions. The email should contain the following wording:
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SUBJECT:  
Notification for Bank Transfer in favor of Beit Haknesset Hatzvi Yisrael, Jerusalem

BODY OF MESSAGE: 
We, (your name/organization, address) wish to receive instructions to perform a bank/wire transfer donation to PEF in favor of Beit Haknesset Hatzvi Yisrael, POB 4400, Jerusalem, Israel, Tax ID: 58-0012722.