December 2025 Fund in Focus: Hunger and Homelessness Fund
December 2025 Fund in Focus: Hunger & Homelessness Fund

Local organizations providing food and shelter face a high demand for services from people whose incomes cannot keep pace with inflation and the already high cost of living in our area. Many local individuals and families, including members of our Jewish community, rely on support from organizations that we fund with our Hunger and Homelessness appeal. Your contribution helps the Beth Am community fulfill our sacred obligation to comfort and support the less fortunate in our midst. Donations to our Hunger & Homelessness Fund get distributed these and other organizations serving the needy in our local community:
- Jewish Family and Children’s Services
- Ecumenical Hunger Program
- Community Services Agency
- Second Harvest Food Bank
- and more
As we enjoy this holiday season, let’s remember to share our good fortune with others who need help. Please consider a gift to Beth Am’s Hunger and Homelessness Fund by donating online or by mailing a check made payable to “Congregation Beth Am” to the Administrative Office as follows:
Congregation Beth Am
Attn: Tzedakah Box — Hunger & Homelessness Fund
26790 Arastradero Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Funds like this keep our Beth Am programs going, so we encourage you to consider donating to the fund of your choice on your next special occasion.
If you would like information about how to create your own named fund, please betham.org/GIVE or contact Director of Development Mandy Eisner at meisner@betham.org or (650) 493-4661, ext. 213.
Mon, December 1 2025
11 Kislev 5786
Upcoming Events
Tricks of the Trope, Taught by Cantor Jaime Shpall
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 7:00p to 8:00pThe melodies we use for chanting our sacred texts is known as Trope or Cantillation. Trope are the little markings found above and below the biblical Hebrew text that readers use to chant the text properly. You can also learn to chant Torah like a pro!
Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Dec 5th 5:00p to 6:15pJoin with other Beth Am members every Friday before the Erev Shabbat service for time to reflect, discuss, and listen to one another as we navigate this terribly challenging time for Israel and Jews around the world.
Tot Shabbat: Shabbat Fun for Little Ones
Friday, Dec 5th 5:15p to 6:15pJoin Beth Am for a Tot Shabbat program for families with children ages 0-5 years.
Erev Shabbat Service: Beth Am Welcomes Guest Speaker Congressman Ro Khanna
Friday, Dec 5th 6:15p to 7:30pCongressman Khanna represents California's 17th district including the cities of Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, and parts of San Jose and Mountain View.
Light Dessert Oneg Shabbat, With Israeli Dancing Led by Cantor Shpall
Friday, Dec 5th 7:30p to 8:30pCome together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments! Cantor Shpall will be leading some simple Israeli folk dances. The entire congregation is invited, children included!
Congregation Beth Am | 26790 Arastradero Road | Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 | (650) 493-4661
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