Why Give to Yad Chessed
Yad Chessed depends entirely on the generosity of private donations and foundations to run our program. Every dollar you give is a lifeline, enabling us to serve as a vital safety net for Jewish individuals and families across Massachusetts facing financial hardship and food insecurity. Your contributions allow us to provide essential support, compassionate guidance, and meaningful connections to our vibrant and caring Jewish community. Yad Chessed also offers the opportunity to fulfill the foundational mitzvot (good deeds) of chessed (loving kindness) and tzedakah (social justice/charity). With deep gratitude, we thank you for your generosity and commitment to those in need.
For questions about your gift or other ways to give, please contact Jana Magnus, Director of Development, at (781) 613-3413 or jana@yadchessed.org. Yad Chessed is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 30-0588290). Contributions can also be mailed to Yad Chessed, 333 Nahanton Street, Suite 315, Newton, MA 02459.
Ways to Donate
Contact UsMake a secure donation at yadchessed.org/donate. Consider joining our monthly giving program to provide ongoing support.
Mail your contribution to:
Yad Chessed
333 Nahanton Street, Suite 315
Newton, MA 02459
A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) offers a convenient and tax-efficient way to support Yad Chessed. Recommend a grant from your existing DAF to make a meaningful difference for Jewish individuals and families facing financial hardship.
Once you reach the age of 70 1/2, the IRS allows you to donate up to $100,000 per year, tax-free, directly from your IRA to charitable organizations.
Donate appreciated assets, such as stocks or mutual funds, to maximize your impact while potentially benefiting from tax advantages.
To make a transfer, use the following details:
Account Name: Yad Chessed Fund, Inc.
Address: 333 Nahanton Street, Suite 315, Newton, MA 02459
Bank Address: Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Drive, Riverside, RI 02915
Phone: (781) 487-2693
Contact us at info@yadchessed.org for routing and account numbers.
Many employers offer matching gift programs, doubling or even tripling the impact of your donation. Check with your HR department to see if your employer participates. For assistance, contact us at info@yadchessed.org.
When you make provisions in your estate plan for a bequest to Yad Chessed or name Yad Chessed as a beneficiary of an asset, or make any other planned gift, you are ensuring the continuity of your commitment to helping the most vulnerable. Your generosity will strengthen our mission of kindness and compassion so that it will endure for years to come.
When to Give
Your gifts make a difference every day of the year. Donate to honor loved ones, commemorate a Yahrtzeit, or mark special milestones like birthdays, b’nai mitzvah, weddings or anniversaries. Celebrate Jewish holidays by fulfilling mitzvot such as Matanot LaEvyonim (gifts for people in need) on Purim, Maot Chitim (wheat money) before Passover, or by sponsoring holiday meals. Your support brings joy and care to our community year-round.
Give Your Time
Volunteers are essential to our mission. Whether assisting in our Newton office, sharing your expertise, or helping deliver meals for Hanukkah and Shavuot, your time and talents make a difference.
Contact us at info@yadchessed.org to learn more about volunteer opportunities.