Cancellation of a Standing Order to a Synagogue
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Question
Hello, if someone has committed to giving tzedakah through a standing order (to a synagogue, for example), is it permissible for them to cancel the standing order?
Answer
Hello,
A. If a specific amount was committed in installments and "without a vow" was not stated, it cannot be canceled. However, the payment can be postponed to another time if the current situation is difficult.
B. If a standing order was made without specification (or the gabbaim did not specify) for how long, a standard standing order is for one year. It cannot be canceled within the year unless "without a vow" was stated.
C. If "without a vow" was stated, the standing order can be canceled at any time.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 258. See also Choshen Mishpat, Siman 60.