Writing a Torah Scroll from Maaser Funds
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Question
Can one donate maaser funds in memory for a Torah scroll?
Answer
It is possible, and the Torah scroll will belong to the synagogue, but if the Torah scroll remains his property and is considered from maaser funds, it is not possible to fulfill the mitzvah of writing a Torah scroll.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 259
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