Membership
Welcome! Our rabbis, professionals, and volunteers are here for you as you navigate your Jewish journey. Learn more about joining our community, and hear from members about what makes them love our Temple family.
Why do we love Temple?
Don't just take it from us - hear from some of our members about why they love to be part of the Temple family. Become a Member
“We love Temple because it feeds us. The menu is varied and quite filling. We get spiritual nourishment from worship; a full plate of learning through study and a myriad of enrichment courses and programs; a heartfelt meal of sharing and caring with our Temple family, who welcomed us from day one nearly 30 years ago. So, grab a plate, literally, and let Temple feed you, too - b’teiavon!”
“I absolutely love our Temple! I have never felt more welcomed or more at home at a synagogue. There is always so much going on, so many events for me and my little one to attend! Going to Shabbat services has to be my favorite thing to do at our Temple. I love feeling connected to our community, hearing from our Rabbis, and the music is always great. Our Temple is home.”
"From religious school to youth programs to holiday events, Ahavath Chesed provides a nurturing environment for our children to learn about their heritage, develop lifelong friendships, and cultivate their own spiritual identities. Watching them light up with excitement during Hanukkah celebrations or proudly recite prayers during Shabbat services is moving beyond words.”
Membership Benefits Include
All worship, including Days of Awe
Access to life-cycle and pastoral services
Member rates for Temple programs
Eligibility for Temple Religious School
Ensuring the continuity of Jewish life, culture and values
Full List of Benefits for All Levels →
Annual Member Giving Commitment
$2,400 per household
$2,150 for single persons, aged 65+
$3,150 religious school package (includes tuition for 1 child and discount for additional children)
For Individuals or Families under 35, we appreciate donations to the best of your ability$750 for Associate Membership*
Everyone is welcome at Temple. If you have financial limitations, please contact Zach Dunn, Executive Director, at [email protected], to find a plan that works best for you.
*Associate Members must be full members at another synagogue or live at least 100 miles away; some restrictions apply.
Patron Annual Member Giving Commitment
Members who give at the Patron level help ensure the financial security of our Temple. This philanthropic giving helps sustain operational costs not covered by our standard commitments, ensuring that we can continue to be an inclusive, welcoming community. Please consider fulfilling a wonderful mitzvah by joining our Patrons at one of the giving levels below.
Ahavath Chesed $25,000
Ahavath Tzedakah $18,000
Ahavath Shalom $10,000
Ahavath Torah $5,400
Ahavath Yisrael $3,600
Patrons receive a wide range of benefits that include special donor events, Religious School tuition, tickets to Shabbat dinners, extra guest tickets to Days of Awe services and donor recognition and appreciation.
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Impact Giving Opportunities
Impact Giving targets specific needs of our Temple, ensuring that we continue to bring our mission to life. Please consider an additional gift in an area that is meaningful to you!
Worship
Days of Awe Music
Passover Seder
Shabbat wine & challah
Religious School
Teacher’s salary
Hebrew curriculum
Experiential field trip
General
Rabbi Glasser’s Discretionary Fund to support creative programs and help congregants in need
Temple’s Endowment Fund
Legacy Gift to Temple
Donations of any amount help support our mission. Contact Temple’s Executive Director or President for additional opportunities.
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