Teachers and school children — Precious jewels of our community
Midrash Rabbah, Song of Songs
At Tehiyah, our commitment to the children extends beyond the classroom. As we lead them on their journey through the wonderful world of learning, they grow intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Our students develop a strong sense of community and responsibility, based on Jewish values and traditions. Our graduates grow up to be self-reliant and compassionate adults who take pride in their identity.
Just as we expect the commitment and involvement of our students, we invite our parents, grandparents, staff, and friends of Tehiyah to become committed and supportive members of our school community. Tehiyah offers many opportunities to make a difference by getting involved through volunteering and by giving to mission-critical funds. Our community’s involvement is a statement about our commitment to Tehiyah and its efforts to educate our children and prepare them to be our future leaders.
Tehiyah offers several forms of giving. Annual contributions to The Tehiyah Fund provide direct funding for educational initiatives that tuition alone does not cover. Participating in Tehiyah’s Endowment Funds or our Naming Campaign helps ensure Tehiyah’s future.
The Tehiyah Parents Organization offers a wide array of opportunities to volunteer your time and talents.
On behalf of our current and future students, thank you for supporting Tehiyah!
Ways to give to Tehiyah
Tehiyah Fund
Annual contributions to the Tehiyah Fund provide direct funding for educational initiatives that tuition alone does not cover. The Tehiyah Fund is a family of funds that allows our supporters to match their personal philanthropic preferences to Tehiyah’s needs and see their donation dollars used in a way that is meaningful to them. The campaign for the school year 2007-08 starts in the fall 2007. Our goal is to reach one hundred percent participation from parents, staff, and trustees by the end of 2007. We also invite grandparents, alumni families, and friends to participate in the campaign. Pledges may be paid by June 30, 2008.
Endowment Funds
Endowment funds are our savings accounts where the capital is invested and only the interest is withdrawn for specific initiatives. Adding to our endowment funds helps increase our annual investment income and builds savings for the future. Tehiyah has two Endowment Funds that are administered through the Jewish Community Foundation of the Greater East Bay.
Naming Opportunities
Starting in the fall of 2007, Tehiyah offers a range of exciting naming opportunities. This campaign not only gives families the chance to invest in Tehiyah’s future with substantial gifts, but also to provide a lasting memory or dedication to the community by having a room, a fund, or a program named after a loved one. For more information, please contact our development office: 233.3013 ext. 114.
eScrip
Register up to six credit cards, debit cards, ATM cards, Chevron cards and Safeway Club cards and every time you use the card at participating merchants such as Andronico’s, Safeway, Chevron, Cody’s Books, Whole Foods, Payless Shoes, Eddie Bauer, and Big O Tires (check www.escrip.com for a complete list), Tehiyah can earn between 2-5% of the purchase amount. There are no fees for registering, changing or adding new cards.
To register, go online at www.escrip.com or call 1-800-592-0842 and support Tehiyah Day School, organization no. 123676040.
Schoolpop
Simply select a merchant or merchant category, or click on one of our featured merchant logos and start shopping! It’s that simple! With every purchase you make at one of our online merchants, Tehiyah receives a contribution up to 36% at no additional cost to you. Start earning contributions for your school through your everyday shopping!
To register, go online at https://secure.schoolpop.com/register or call 1-888-200-2088.
Albertson’s
Each time you shop at Albertson’s, Tehiyah receives a percentage-based contribution from the store. Get your card from the school’s office and present it to the Albertson’s cashier each time you make a purchase.
Amazon.com
Purchase your next book at Amazon.com and Tehiyah will receive 15% of all purchases. To ensure that your Amazon purchases get credited to Tehiyah Day School access Amazon through the following link: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect- home/tehiyahdayschool
Target
Use your Target card and 1% of your purchases will go to Tehiyah. Call 1-800-316-6142 to sign up.
World of Good
World of Good sells unique gifts, housewares and accessories that are handmade by artisan cooperatives around the world. This fair trade company, which was co-founded by Tehiyah alumnus David Guendelman, is committed to paying a fair wage, providing safe working conditions, building long-term trade relationships, and engaging in environmentally sustainable practices. World of Good will give 8% back to Tehiyah, if you buy their products through this link, http://www.worldofgood.com/catalog/index.php?ref=67.
Barton’s Passover Candy
Buy your kosher candy for Passover during Tehiyah Parents Organization’s January school sale. The school receives 40% of the price of each candy order.
Shabbat Shalom Weekly Challah Deliveries
Families who sign up for this program receive a fresh Grand Bakery challah delivered to their child’s cubby nearly every Friday with a portion of the sale proceeds going to the school.
Tehiyah Merchandise
Apparel with Tehiyah’s student-designed artwork and logo are available all year for purchase. Fill out an order form at the school office.
Bagel Lunch Program
Once per month, children registered for this program will receive a bag lunch filled with bagel and cream cheese, granola bar, fruit roll-up, juice or natural soda. Proceeds go towards the Middle School for tz’dakah projects and special activities.
Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program
Several merchants support Tehiyah by donating a percentage of your purchase to the school. Be sure to tell them that you are a member of the Tehiyah community and would like to support Tehiyah with your purchase - and tell your friends and extended family too! Please see Neighbor to Neighbor for a list of participating businesses.
