Dear Friends,
As we approach Tisha B'Av, we are reminded that strong Jewish communities are built through the commitment of their members.
One of the foundations of Jewish life in Center City is our eruv. It is an essential part of Shabbat for many in our community, enabling families with young children, those who use mobility aids, and countless others to carry food to Shabbat meals, visit friends and neighbors, and fully participate in community life on Shabbat. Maintaining the eruv and upgrading its infrastructure requires ongoing care and significant resources.
Although our campaign officially runs July 26–28, we are inviting early contributions before Tisha B'Av. If the eruv has made a difference in your Shabbat experience, please consider making a contribution through the Mekor Habracha team page to help improve its long-term reliability and ensure it continues to serve our community for years to come.
To make a contribution, please visit:
https://thechesedfund.com/centercityeruv/ep2026/teams/mekorhabracha
Thank you for your partnership in supporting this vital community resource.
Shavua Tov,
Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch - Director, Center City Eruv
Rabbi Steven Gotlib
