Temple Israel is proud to continue our partnership with Lighthouse/SOS, among other local organizations, in our mission of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). We’ll have hands-on volunteer opportunities throughout the month of December to support individuals who are experiencing hunger, homelessness, and illness right here in our community. Please look at the volunteer schedule and opportunities below. Don't hesitate, spaces are limited!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Ongoing opportunity (now – December 8)
Toiletry Drive
Please join us in gathering new toiletry items for individuals experiencing homelessness. All items will be greatly appreciated by the clients of Lighthouse. We welcome donations of: shampoo, conditioner, lotion, bar soap/body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products. Toiletry items can be dropped off at the Tyner entrance lobby.
Thank you for your support! The collection period has ended.
Ongoing opportunities (December 9 – 13)
Delivery Drivers
Meal delivery, picking up at Temple Israel, driving to Lighthouse in Pontiac, where residents are staying.
MORE INFO & RSVP
Tuesday, December 3
Kemach Baking Club
Bake for local food pantries with the Kemach Baking Club- no experience necessary!
(Open to ages 5+)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Sunday, December 8
Temple Family Volunteer Day
Volunteer as a family to help make meals and more
for the residents of Lighthouse’s SOS Shelter.
(For families with children in K-6th grade)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Monday, December 9
Knitz & Kibbitz
Knit hats or beloved octopus stuffies for NICU babies with our
Knitz & Kibbitz group, or on your own time!
(All ages welcome to participate)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Monday Night School
Monday Night School students will make sandwiches for the NOAH Project. Parent volunteers wanted - please RSVP below.
(For our Monday Night School students)
Parents - RSVP
Wednesday, December 11
Mitzvah Morning
ECC parents are invited to help create Kits of Kindness
for the children at Corewell Beaumont Children’s Hospital.
(For parents of our ECC students)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Thursday, December 12
Fresh Food Pantry
Volunteer distributing food during our Free Fresh Food Pantry at Temple Israel.
(Open to the congregation)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Brotherhood & Women of Temple Israel
Join Brotherhood & Women of Temple Israel (WoTI)
to help prepare lunches and cook dinner for the
residents of Lighthouse’s SOS Family Shelter.
(Open to the congregation)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Sunday, December 15
QUEST Charity Chili Challenge
6th-8th Graders are invited to join Quest to participate in the
Charity Chili Challenge.
(For our middle school students)
MORE INFO & RSVP
Monday, December 16
YFTI hosts the jarc chanukah party
Our Temple Israel teens warmly welcome the residents from JARC for a night filled with laughter, good food, dancing, and so much more!
(For our teens)
Tuesday, December 17
Moonbeams for sweet dreams
Light up the night for pediatric patients at Corewell/Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak as part of their annual Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams
(All ages welcome)
Wednesday, December 25
Do Good Date NIGHT: Morning Family Edition
Deliver gifts to families on Christmas Day during
a family edition of Do Good Date Night.
(All ages welcome)
