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At West End Synagogue, we take immense pride in fostering an environment that embraces diversity, celebrates inclusivity, and cherishes the rich tapestry of traditions and backgrounds that each of our members brings to our community. To begin your membership application process, please fill out the form below and we will be in touch with you to finalize the membership. Thank you for considering West End Synagogue as your spiritual home. We are eager to welcome you into our community and share in the joys of Jewish life together.
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Standard Membership Includes • Use of facilities for lifecycle events • Access to our award-winning Religious School • Ability to reserve High Holiday seats • Ability to purchase grave plots • Synagogue mailings • Full access at Member cost to all Synagogue events • Availability of Synagogue professionals for lifecycle events Breakdown of Membership: Family - $4,000* - Two adult individuals provided that at least one of the adults is Jewish, living together in a partnered relationship with or without children. Children of adult members are included if they are under the age of 18 or are students whose permanent residence is with the adult members. Family under 35: $2,650* Family under 30: $2,050* Single Parent Family - $2,650* Single Jewish individual with children under the age of 18 or who are students whose permanent residence is with the single parent. Single Parent Family Under 35: $2,050* Single Parent Family Under 30: $1,450* Single: $2,140* Single Under 35: $1,250* Single Under 30: $1,250* Associate Member - $750 - Adults who live outside of the Greater Nashville/ Middle Tennessee area or adults who have full membership in another Jewish Congregation in the Nashville area. Benefits include receiving our mailings. They are welcome to attend synagogue events but have no other membership privileges. West End Synagogue Benefactor Levels We encourage those who can, to support our congregation and its vision by giving at these higher levels. All these levels provide all benefits of a Standard Membership and:
Haver (Friend) Family $4,850*/Single $3,275* • All the above Tomech (Supporter) $6,250*/$5,050* • 2 reserved seats for High Holiday services • Biannual Shabbat dinner and study session with the Rabbi at the synagogue M’kim (Sustainer) $8,750*/$6,300* • 4 reserved seats for High Holiday services • Biannual Shabbat dinner and study session with the Rabbi at the synagogue • Admission to all Synagogue dinners and events (including 2 tickets to the annual fundraiser and patron party) • Choice of High Holiday honors Boneh (Builder) $12,350*/$9,250* • 6 reserved seats for High Holiday services • Biannual Shabbat dinner and study session with the Rabbi at the synagogue • Admission to all Synagogue dinners and events (including 2 tickets to the annual fundraiser and patron party) • Choice of High Holiday honors • Individual monthly study with the Rabbi Shomer (Guardian) $18,250*/$12,350* • 6 reserved seats for High Holiday services • Biannual Shabbat dinner and study session with the Rabbi at the synagogue • Admission to all Synagogue dinners and events (including 2 tickets to the annual fundraiser and patron party) • Choice of High Holiday honors • Individual monthly study with the Rabbi • Beit Miriam tuition waived for children and grandchildren. **New this year** Maskil (Wisdom) $7,450*/$5,650* • All standard benefactor benefits • Beit Miriam tuition waived Additional Fees/Assessments Building Assessment $1,500 – One-time assessment to defer the costs for upkeep of the building. This fee is required of all new members and is payable over 5 year Security and Facilities Assessment $250 – Annual assessment to pay for security and building maintenance. *This has already been included in the amounts shown when noted. ** All prices are valid from 8/1/2024 through 7/31/2025 **
By checking this box, you are requesting Special Considerations. Please know that no one is denied membership based on economic reasons.
Thank you for filling out the Membership Application and welcome to West End Synagogue. West End Synagogue is a place where you can feel at home. We are excited that you have found your home for worship, learning, holidays, family and Jewish celebration. One of our staff members will be reaching out to you soon.
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