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Kapparot Money for a Religious Institution

Question

Is it permissible to donate the money from Kapparot to an educational institution?

Answer

Shalom Rav,

The money from Kapparot or its equivalent should be given specifically to the poor, and not for other purposes.

Gmar Chatima Tova

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chayim, Siman 605

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