More Than 100 Synagogues Adopt ‘100 Percent Plan’ for Contribution to UJA

To date, more than one hundred synagogues around the country have adopted the “100% Plan,” calling for a contribution to the United Jewish Appeal as an obligation of synagogue membership, it was announced here today by Rabbi Dudley Weinberg, chairman of the UJA Rabbinical Advisory Council. The plan was initiated, and its adoption encouraged by the Rabbinical Advisory Council, in the belief that “it is inconceivable for an American Jew to participate in the spiritual activities of the synagogue without expressing a commitment toward his fellow Jews in need.” Rabbi Weinberg, spiritual leader of Temple Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun, said: “The act of giving is a fundamental precept in our religious tradition. Furthermore, giving to the UJA is the active fulfillment of the Mitzvot (religious demands) of Pidyon Sh’vuyim (redemption of those in captivity) and Pikuach Nefesh (preservation of human life). The purpose of the “100% Plan” is to remind every Jew who is a synagogue member of his additional responsibility for the continued existence of the Jewish people. The “100% Plan,” which was initiated in January, is having a definite impact on 1971 campaign results. Because of its success, the Council is urging its adoption in synagogues throughout the country. “Both as rabbis and as strong supporters of the UJA, we feel that this is a matter which will demand great effort, but will reap great rewards,” Rabbi Weinberg said.