It is customary during the month of Adar to make a charitable donation to commemorate the “Mahasit Ha’shekel,” the annual half-shekel tax that every Jew would give during the times of the Bet Ha’mikdash to fund the expenses of the Beit Hamikdash.

The minhag is to give on behalf of every member of the household. If someone finds it difficult, they may give a reduced amount for children under the age of mitzvot. (If its difficult, just fill out all the names in 1 line)

This mitzvah can also be fulfilled on behalf of someone else, even without their knowledge.

The custom of “Zecher La’mahasit Ha’shekel” requires donating the value of nine grams of silver, which this year 2026 amounts to approximately $23.

Please read the following prayer before donating the amount: