Dear Friend,
Chanukah, the holiday of light, begins one week from today, on Tuesday evening, December 20. Chabad is all about spreading the light. The light of our tradition to all regardless of affiliation, background or spiritual inclination.
As you prepare your Menorah to bring light into your world, please consider helping us in our endeavors to bring that same light into the homes and lives of every Jew in our community.
Join our End of Year Campaign!
There are many methods to contributing year end, all of which can benefit you on your tax return.
You may want to make your donation go even further by considering a dedication in our new Torah to be completed on Sunday, January 22. A “Weekly Torah Portion” dedication includes a full page ad, an opportunity to inscribe one of the final letters with the scribe and two reservations to the VIP reception which promises to be a very memorable celebration. All dedications of any amount are appreciated, and each one will receive a beautiful personalized commemorative certificate that will make a great Chanukah gift for yourself, for your family and for your friends. www.chabaduptown.org/torah
Here are some methods of giving that you should consider at year end. Remember that donations to Chabad of Uptown are 100% tax deductive (speak to your accountant to see how this will benefit you on your return).
Auto Donation - If you are planning to purchase a new vehicle in the next few months donating it to Chabad can bring you a greater value on your tax return. Your tax donation value would be evaluated based on www.KBB.com while selling it on the open market may bring you 30-40% of that value.
Real Estate Donation - You may have real estate that has depreciated in value. You can get the full appraised value for that real estate even if you couldn't sell it for that amount.
Appreciated Stock - Due to the shifts in the market over the past year you may have appreciated stock. Donating (transferring) the appreciated stock directly to Chabad helps you avoid capital gains tax while getting you a donation credit at 100% of the stock value.
Cash (or check or credit card) - Of course good old fashion donations via check, credit card or wire transfer to Chabad all can benefit you on your tax return. Speak to your tax advisor to see exactly how your contribution can benefit you. Donations to Chabad can be made via website www.chabaduptown.org/donate, Paypal or via mail. Feel free to email or call if you need more information.
Airline Miles - Donating airline miles or AMEX award miles or similar award programs is now considered a charitable contribution eligible to be deducted on your taxes. For this or for information on any other contribution please contact me by replying to this email.
The real value of your contribution is above and beyond the cash value as your dollars are directed to helping us achieve our mission to inspire every Jew regardless of affiliation or background and to provide opportunities for Jewish education and experience.
Best wishes for a Happy Chanukah, I hope to see you at the Chanukah festivities at Chabad of Uptown and even more activities all around Houston!
May you and yours be blessed with material success in the New Year and blessings for health and nachas.
Rabbi Chaim
P.S. Take part in a piece of history as we complete the Shmuel Goldberg Unity Torah with a parade open to the entire community!www.chabaduptown.org/torah
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Rabbi Chaim & Chanie
Chabad of Uptown
4311 Bettis Drive, Houston, TX 77027
713-419-3960 | www.chabaduptown.org
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