Tikkun Olam

Through community service, social justice, and other volunteerism, Tikkun Olam at PAS seeks to help our community in NYC, our country, Israel, and other places where there is need for our support. Our initiatives to “repair the world” include ongoing regular projects, seasonal work  based on a theme, and projects to support a need or event. 

Contribute to Los Angeles Wildfire Relief

Let's come together to help the Los Angeles community respond to this tragedy. Please consider donating to any of the organizations listed on our Los Angeles Wildfire Relief page to provide support directly to those who need it most. 

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Monthly Mitzvah Challenge Speak Up for Reproductive Rights

This month, we challenge you to speak up for reproductive rights. The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) facilitates an annual Repro Shabbat to align with the Torah portion that contains the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health, rights and justice. PAS will observe Repro Shabbat on February 22. 

We always welcome ideas for future mitzvah challenges. Please share how you are completing the monthly mitzvah challenge by emailing us at [email protected]. 

At Park Avenue Synaogue 

  • On Tuesday, February 25 at 7:00 pm, join us for a screening of the short documentary "Under G-d” and a panel discussion on reproductive rights and religious freedom.
  • Inspired by the lawsuits filed in Florida challenging the state's abortion ban on the basis of religious freedom, “Under G-d” focuses on on the national Jewish response to the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization U.S. Supreme Court decision. 
  • After the film, a panel of experts will discuss the legal, political, and Jewish angles of this issue, including efforts by rabbis, Jewish organizations, and interfaith leaders to challenge the overturning of Roe v. Wade on the grounds of protecting the right to religious freedom. 

Register here 

 

Outside of Park Avenue Synagogue: 

  • On, February 26, join NCJW and Planned Parenthood in Albany for their Day of Action and meet with state legislators to discuss 2025 reproductive health priorities.Training and transportation will be provided. Sign up for transportation here. 

New York Common Pantry At-Home Sandwich Making

Join our monthly initiative to make sandwiches at home to nourish our neighbors in need. Drop them off at the synagogue in the morning for delivery. 

The New York Common Pantry also accepts used FreshDirect bags that are clean, in good condition, and with personal information removed. Please bring them during the sandwich drop-off time, and we will deliver them. 

Dates:
Fri / Mar 7 / Drop off 9:30-11:00 am - Register
Fri / Apr 4 / Drop off 9:30-11:00 am - Register
Fri / May 9 / Drop off 9:30-11 am - Register

View sandwich-making instructions.

Ways to Give Back 

Volunteer with DOROT to provide support and build bonds with older adults. 

Drop off food and FreshDirect bags at New York Common Pantry to help sustain our neighbors in need. 

 Volunteer with UJA-Federation of NY or one of its partner organizations to make a difference and uplift our community. 

Community Resources

At this time of crisis in Israel, PAS is responding with ways to give support. View the PAS Israel Resource Page. 

 Suzanne Redlich, our full-time PAS social worker, supports community members of all ages and needs. Please email her at [email protected]. 

 Hilary Forrest, our synagogue outreach social worker through DOROT, may be reached at [email protected]. Learn more about her. 

We want to keep in touch! Reach out to us at [email protected].

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