At Temple Israel, we are committed to Tikkun Olam—repairing the world—by performing acts of loving-kindness, service, and advocacy. Our Social Action initiatives support critical needs within the Jewish and broader Charlotte community, as well as global Jewish causes. We offer volunteer opportunities for all ages, including projects for individuals, families, and groups.
Interested in getting involved? Let us know how you’d like to help!
Caring for the Homeless
Men’s Shelter of Charlotte
Temple Israel volunteers support the Men’s Shelter of Charlotte by providing meals, warm clothing, and toiletries. Volunteers can also assist guests with:
- Finding permanent housing
- Job applications and interview skills
Education and Children
HUNTINGTOWNE FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HFES)
– TI Partnership School
For over 14 years, Temple Israel has partnered with HFES, providing classroom support in reading, math, and learning centers. Volunteers also help produce the HFES Fox News program.
To volunteer, contact the Temple Israel office.
To support our HFES Social Action Programs, donate to the Temple Israel HFES FOX Fund.
Blessings in a Backpack
Temple Israel volunteers ensure that children in need at HFES have food every weekendduring the school year.
To donate:
- Monetary Donations – Send checks payable to Blessings in a Backpack to Temple Israel.
- Food Donations – We accept single-serving items such as juice boxes, fruit cups, tuna, soup, granola bars, oatmeal, and mac & cheese.
Temple Israel Religious School (TIRS) Social Action
TIRS students participate in mitzvah projects throughout the school year, including:
- Toy Drives
- Card making for Jewish Family Services (JFS)
- Toiletry drives for Room in the Inn & Men’s Shelter
- Nonperishable food collections for JFS & HFES
- Support for Blessings in a Backpack & Carriage House senior community
For more information, contact the TIRS office at (704) 944-6785.
Additional Community Service Opportunities
- Yom Gemilut Hasadim (A Day of Loving Kindness)
- Join us on MLK Weekend for a community-wide day of Mitzvah projects, helping those in need and practicing Tikkun Olam.
- Consider a gift to Temple Israel’s "Social Action Fund" in honor or memory of a loved one.
“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I?
And if not now, when?” – Hillel
