the real lie about who gives kids presents at christmas isn’t that they’re from santa (bc everyone over the age of 10 knows that), it’s that they’re from mum ‘and dad’ because 90% of fathers see taking an interest in their kids’ likes and hobbies, let alone actually planning and shopping for things that are ‘from’ them, as something they can opt out of (and nobody talks about it!!!!!!!)
my synagogue is doing some really great accessibility and inclusivity work right now and works with a lot of local charities–you can donate to them here
My shul is running a deficit right now, we only have 13 member families so dues aren’t really enough to keep everything up and running. We actually close for the winter because we don’t have enough money to heat the building. We’re also looking to get active shooter safety training for congregants, and I don’t know what that will cost.
