Tithing money from an inheritance

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asked 9 years ago

Hello Rabbi Avraham,
I recently asked you some questions regarding the firstborn inheritance. I wanted to ask another question regarding tithing money from an inheritance. I converted a little over a year ago, and a few months after I converted, my father passed away, leaving a fairly large sum. Until now, I have not been in the habit of setting aside tithing. The question is, should I now set aside tithing from the inheritance? If so, should I set aside 10% or more (or less?), and for which charitable purposes is it best to set aside?

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מיכי Staff answered 9 years ago

Hello. Indeed, it is customary to give a tithe (10%) of all money received, including inheritance. Some believe that tithing is just a custom, but others believe that it is a complete law. Since the amount is very large, if this is very difficult for you, perhaps there is room for leniency. If your situation justifies the use of charity funds, you are not obligated to tithe, of course. Tithes are primarily intended for the poor. Some have used to allow it to be donated to Torah study as well, but according to the Jewish law, this is a dubious permission (unless it concerns poor Torah students, of course). All the best, Michi

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שואל replied 9 years ago

Are there any charitable organizations that you recommend? Who do you usually donate tithes to?
Also, is it permissible to deposit tithes in a savings account for loan purposes, or does this not fulfill the obligation of tithing?

מיכי Staff replied 9 years ago

I think the Paamonim organization is operating correctly and appropriately.
Beyond that, I have limited trust in organizations. We find our own goals (usually not through organizations).
You can definitely deposit the funds in the GMA.

שואל replied 9 years ago

Donations to organizations like Values, or Nefesh Yehudi, or Hidabad, and the like, can this be done with tithe money?

מיכי Staff replied 9 years ago

I think so, but as far as I understand, it's better for the poor.

שואל replied 9 years ago

The advantage of some organizations is that you can receive a tax refund of 35 percent of the donation amount.
Are there any other organizations you know that you think are worthy?

מיכי Staff replied 9 years ago

I know that there is a Torah nucleus center in Lod (where I live). As far as I know, they are doing very well. If you would like to inquire about details:
Rabbi Eitan Shnerb, 052-6071637