On Purim, giving is not symbolic. It establishes reality.
Through the Half a Shekel, we remember that no one stands alone. When we act together, we strengthen the community itself.
This year, that collective strength advances Roots — establishing clear pathways for the next generation to grow in restriction, responsibility, and certainty.
Connect to this year’s giving meditation with Michael Berg.
Translations available in Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Hebrew, and Farsi.
There are three ways to give. Together, they form the structure of the holiday.
Half a Shekel
A giving consciousness unique to Purim that invites trust, unity, and certainty beyond control. This year, the value of half a silver coin is $32 / £24 / €27 / 44CAD / 166 $BRL / 556 MXN.
Charity (Tzedakah)
Additional giving that removes judgment and expands your vessel.
Gifts to the Poor
A portion of your giving supports Charity:Water, bringing clean drinking water to communities in need worldwide.
“ Through the collective actions of our sharing this month, the entire world becomes filled with the Light of the Creator’s mercy to remove the pain, suffering, and darkness that exist in the world.”