HBT’s Solar Panel Campaign

Go green. Save money. Power our future.

Help Bring More Light to HBT

Temple Hillel Bnai Torah is taking an important step toward a brighter and more sustainable future. By replacing our aging roof and installing solar panels, we are reducing our environmental footprint, strengthening our community for the next generation, and living out our values of stewardship and responsibility.

Your support helps make this transformation possible. Every contribution brings us closer to a synagogue powered by clean energy and guided by hope, responsibility, and care for creation.

First step! Help HBT Unlock a Potential $50,000 Matching Grant

Our goal is to raise $50,000 by early January 2026 to position HBT as strongly as possible for the potential matching grant.

Every dollar you donate to our Solar and Sustainability Campaign brings us closer to unlocking a potential matching grant from the Jewish Solar Challenge.

This is a rare opportunity. Your gift today helps HBT qualify for the match and doubles the impact your donation can have on our future.

Who Is the Jewish Solar Challenge?

The Jewish Solar Challenge is a national initiative that helps Jewish organizations explore renewable energy solutions. They provide guidance, technical expertise and the possibility of matching grants to support solar adoption in synagogues, schools and community institutions.

HBT is currently a finalist in their application process. If we raise $50,000, we will be positioned as strongly as possible for the potential matching grant.

Learn more at www.jewishsolarchallenge.com

What This Project Will Accomplish

Replace the Roof

Our roof is nearly 30 years old and must be replaced soon to prevent leaks, interior damage and rising future costs. A safe, durable, solar ready roof protects our sanctuary, classrooms and community spaces.

Install Solar Panels

The 126 panel array (54.81 kW DC) will generate most of the electricity used on the HBT campus each year. This reduces our reliance on grid power, lowers long term energy costs and supports our move away from fossil fuels on the office and classroom side of the building.

Electrify with Heat Pumps

Expanding to the full 126 panel system and adding heat pumps increases the total project cost by about $115,000 compared to the smaller baseline option. This investment allows HBT to reduce dependence on the aging oil furnace on the office and classroom side of the building and significantly lower carbon emissions.

Solar generation, available rebates and financing options make the heat pump addition a responsible and achievable step toward long term sustainability.

Financial Impact: Responsible, Sustainable, Forward Thinking

The annual solar payment is estimated at a minimum of $16,500 for the 126 panel system. Solar generation protects HBT from rising electricity prices and helps stabilize our operating budget over time.

Donations now reduce the amount HBT must finance. Every gift strengthens our long term stability and keeps more resources within our community.

Your Gift Brings the Light

This year end campaign invites every household to participate. Your donation will:

• Replace the aging roof
• Install a 126 panel solar array
• Add high efficiency heat pumps
• Reduce HBT’s carbon footprint
• Help us reach the $50,000 goal that strengthens our chance for the matching grant
• Support our broader $150,000 annual fundraising goal

Ways to Give

• One time donation
• Multi year pledge
• Dedication in honor or in memory
• Gifts of appreciated stock
• Year end charitable giving before December 31