It has always been the commitment of Temple Judea to help those in need of basic essentials. It is the year-round goal of the Social Action Committee to fulfill this responsibility.

Sadly there are communities whose residents need extra help in providing food, clothing and other necessities.

With the guidance of the Committee Chairs, Rita Marcus and Alicia Munves, collection projects of these items are organized throughout the year. 

Recently the annual Prom Clothing Drive was instituted, providing “dressy” clothing and accessories to high school graduating students who otherwise would not have the means to be dressed in special outfits for their graduation social events.

Another recent project was a collection of fresh fruits and vegetables, which included bagged potatoes, carrots, onions and apples. When the collection was completed at the Temple, the large quantity of food was brought to a community agency for distribution.

In March, the Social Action Committee assembled boxes of kosher for Passover foods. These will be distributed to Jewish families who  may not be able to purchase these Passover products for their special holiday observance

At various times throughout the year, canned and boxed food drives, as well as collections of cleaning supplies, are held at Temple Judea and are then brought to the Sid Jacobson JCC for distribution to areas where they are most needed. 

Temple Judea offers a wide range of interesting, stimulating and community-involved activities. New members are always welcome. 333 Searingtown Road, Manhasset (exit 36n on L I E);  516 621-8049; www.@temple-judea.com