At Temple Solel, we walk a sacred path shaped by those who came before us—visionaries who built a spiritual home rooted in Jewish tradition, learning, and community. Solel means “pathfinder,” and our name reminds us that each generation has the responsibility to guide the way forward.
The Temple Solel Endowment Foundation exists to ensure that our synagogue will continue to thrive for generations to come. By nurturing and safeguarding this foundation, we honor the legacy of our past while providing strength and stability for the future.
Our mission is clear: to sustain the heart of Jewish life at Temple Solel so that our children and grandchildren may continue to celebrate, learn, and live Jewish values with pride and purpose. With your partnership, we can ensure that tomorrow’s path is bright, meaningful, andenduring.
Together, we are the pathfinders of today, securing the future of Temple Solel.
Build Your Legacy
As pathfinders, we are called to walk with purpose and to sustain what we hold sacred. Building your legacy is a chance to honor your journey and inspire those who follow. This sacred journey begins with a simple, confidential conversation—no obligation, just the opportunity to create a future filled with meaning.
Robert Siamon
President of the Temple Solel Endowment Foundation
rsiamon@templesolel.org or 602-628-8705
Frequently Asked Questions
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The mission of the Temple Solel Endowment Foundation is to raise, invest and manage funds through endowments for the sole purpose of supporting the activities, programs, practices and growth of Temple Solel.
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The Foundation is a 509(a)(3) charitable organization that specifically supports Temple Solel, a 501(c)(3) public charity. Donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible in the same manner as deductions to Temple Solel.
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The Foundation is governed by a board that has the duty to carry out the aims and purposes of the Foundation and manage and control its assets. Pursuant to the Foundation’s By-Laws, the Board shall have not less than nine and not more than fifteen voting directors. Sixty percent of the directors are appointed by the President of Temple Solel, subject to approval by the Temple Board. The remaining members of the board are elected by the Foundation Board. The President of Temple Solel, the Executive Director and the Senior Rabbi serve as ex-officio, non-voting members of the Board.
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Investments are managed by Morgan Stanley and The Center for Jewish Philanthropy. Money managers watch over the investments and make recommendations for change. An investment committee, led by the Foundation treasurer, may also make recommendations which are approved by the directors.
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The Foundation has committed to disburse up to 5% of the value of its investments to Temple Solel annually. Additionally, special unbudgeted needs of the congregation are considered for support.
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Gifts to the Foundation can take many forms. For example, Cash, Checks, Legacy Gifts, Recurring Gifts, Securities, Real Estate, Personal Property, Qualified Charitable Deductions, Life Insurance are all welcome. Contact the Foundation if you have any questions about a gift, or wish to make a donation for a specific purpose.