Halachot and Customs
Tithe for a Family Member
Question
To whom may one give maaser kesafim? And what about a family member?
Thank you very much
Answer
Greetings,
1. One may give maaser funds to any person who does not have enough money to cover his basic needs.
2. It is permitted to give maaser funds to family members whose situation is as stated above, and indeed they should be given priority before other needy people, as explained in Shulchan Aruch Yoreh Deah (siman 251, seif 3). However, regarding giving maaser funds to parents, there are several other details. For further elaboration, please reach out to us.
With blessings,
Hillel Meirs
