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Historic Congregation, Vibrant Community

Since 1858, Congregation B’nai Israel has been the hub of Jewish life in the Capital City.

Because of the generosity of its members, this congregation has survived, adapted, and grown despite turbulent times including the Civil War, the Depression, the Holocaust, the election of a former leader of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan to the state legislature, and beyond.

We invite you to join this proud tradition and mitzvah (good deed) of contributing to this historic congregation. Your investment will support this vibrant Jewish community for generations to come.

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Our Funds, Dedications, & Foundation

Learn more about how you can support CBI below, then make your gift now via our online donation form by credit card. You can also donate by electronic check or mail. For more information, please call 225-343-0111 or email office@bnaibr.org. Thank you for your consideration, support, and generosity.

Designated Funds

Over time our congregation has developed a portfolio of funds to allow donors to direct their gifts to the program they are passionate about supporting. Learn more about them below.
Chunky & Ellen Folks Building Fund: For maintenance, repairs and improvements to the building
Camp Scholarship Fund: For need-based scholarships to a Jewish camp
Carolyn & Bernard Schmulen Cemetery Beautification Fund: To plant appropriate shrubbery and trees, particularly in the new part of the cemetery, to create a more beautiful and peaceful setting
Cemetery Maintenance Fund: Cemetery maintenance
CBI Foundation Endowment Fund: To strengthen our permanent base of financial support for Congregation B’nai Israel
Gary Weill Youth Room Fund: For maintenance, upkeep and improvements of the Youth Room
General Fund: For support of general operating expenses of the Temple
Alvin & Janice Rubin Ner Tamid Break Fast Fund: To provide continued support for the Annual Yom Kippur Break Fast.
Prayer Book Fund: To purchase new prayer books
Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund: Support of worthy charitable organizations and to assist members in need
Rainy Day Fund: For unexpected incidents and emergencies
Sandy Sager Beautification and Garden Fund: For outdoor Temple beautification
Sylvia Steiner Religious School Fund: To purchase needed items and provide scholarship assistance for Religious School
Torah Repair Fund: For repairs to our Torahs
Dedication Opportunities
CBI Foundation

The Foundation provides financial security to Congregation B’nai Israel, now and for the future. Through the generosity of many and with your ongoing support, our endowment will continue to offer the congregation financial strength for generations to come.
Select “Congregation B’nai Israel Endowment” from the online donation form to make a gift.

Planned Giving: Create a Lasting Legacy

Your gift can ensure a strong future for our congregation, making a meaningful impact for our children and grandchildren for years to come. Learn more below about some of the planned gift options to consider.

Wills, Retirement Plans, IRAs, and Living Trusts
IRA Charitable Rollover
Life Insurance

Would you like to be contacted to discuss opportunities to create a lasting legacy in greater detail? Or have you already included Congregation B’nai Israel in your estate plans? Please let us know.

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