Our Story and Mission
Much like how a single spark can ignite a roaring fire, one small mitzvah, when practiced consistently, can set off a chain reaction of positivity and inspiration. Each act of kindness spreads warmth and light, creating a powerful movement of goodwill.
This belief inspired Alan Zachter, a resident of the Staten Island Jewish Community, after learning about the “Daily Giving” organization. “Why can’t we do this in our Staten Island community, supporting our local Jewish organizations?” he thought. Alan envisioned making it easy for people to fulfill the mitzvah of giving tzedakah daily, bringing the entire Jewish Staten Island community together.
And so, Staten Island Dollar A Day (SIDAD.org) was born. Staten Island Dollar A Day combines the donations of many daily givers, distributing them to local beneficiary organizations. Our mission is to empower individuals in the Staten Island Jewish Community to make a difference through small, everyday acts of generosity. By giving just $1 a day, our donors support a variety of local Jewish charitable organizations, making a positive and meaningful impact, one dollar at a time.
Our mission is to enable individuals to easily perform the Mitzvah of giving Tzedakah every single day and distribute those funds to local Staten Island Jewish Organizations who help the individuals of the Staten Island Jewish Community.
Our vision is to create a vibrant and supportive Jewish Community in Staten Island where the daily practice of giving Tzedakah is effortless and impactful. By ensuring the funds are distributed to local Jewish Organizations, we aim to support services and programs that are necessary and enhance the well-being of the Staten Island Jewish population.
