About Teen Tzedakah

Who Sponsors the
Teen Tzedakah Fund?
The Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies and the Bureau of Jewish Education's High School for Jewish Studies provide the opportunity for teens grades 8 - 12 to learn how to become philanthropists in the Teen Tzedakah program.

What is the Teen Tzedakah Fund Program?
A group of teens in grades grades 8 through 12, meet twice a month from January to May, and have the responsibility to give away $15,000 in grants to any charities they select. They explore the needs in the Jewish and non-Jewish community through presentations by agency representatives, site visits, groups discussions and individual research.

Who Contributes to the Teen Tzedakah Fund?
Each teen is expected to make a minimum contribution of $180 and a group of anonymous Foundation donors make matching gifts to fund the program.

What are the Objectives of the Teen Tedakah Fund?

To teach the importance of Tzedakah

To help young people make informed choices about giving

To expose our youth to the needs of the community, both Jewish and non-Jewish

To develop leadership skills

How Can I Join the Program?
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The Teen Tzedakah Fund
787 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo NY 14209
Telephone (716) 882-1166 | Toll-Free (877) 933-6369