New Member Application

Temple Beth Or is committed to stand together to secure our shared future, both of our temple and our people. We are dedicated to the importance of Judaism, providing children with a Jewish education, celebrating meaningful moments in your life, mourning the passing of a loved one, or simply embracing the spirituality and traditions that are at the heart of Judaism. For our congregation to thrive, an annual commitment to financial support is asked of all who wish to be a part of it. To reflect this shared responsibility more accurately for our community, we use the term Member Gift to describe our annual monetary commitment.

TBO Sustaining Membership Gift Levels for 2024-2025
Family: $2,850
Individual: $2,500

TBO Other Membership Gift Levels for 2024-2025
Senior Family (both 65+): $2000
Senior Individual (65+): $1,700
Single Parent paying TBO Religious School Tuition: $1,700
Young Family (Oldest member under 30): $500
Young Individual (under 30): $300
Other: Please fill in the gift amount you are most comfortable with. (We ask that you consider a contribution of a minimum of 2% of your annual household income.)

TBO Annual Leadership Gift Levels
We rely on the generosity of members with greater financial resources to give above the sustaining amount to ensure that we are able to run our congregation. Your extra help will be greatly appreciated. You can learn about the benefits of Leadership Giving here: https://www.tboraleigh.org/leadershipgiving
Etz Chaim (Trees of Life): $10,000 and above
L'Chaim (Life Givers): $7,500 - $9,999
B'ruchim (Blessers): $5,000 - $7,499
Chagim (Celebrators): $3,200 -$4,999

PLEASE NOTE: If you are not planning to use electronic payment, please complete the PDF version of the application. Your application will not be saved without partial online payment. (We do this to prevent robots and spammers).

100% of your Annual Membership Gift is tax-deductible, as a charitable contribution.

Attestations

As part of the membership process at Temple Beth Or, we ask all members to complete attestations recognizing our policies. These attestations ensure that everyone understands and upholds the values, expectations, and commitments that shape our community. By acknowledging these policies, we foster a shared sense of responsibility, respect, and inclusion, helping to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all. This process also helps protect the integrity of our congregation and ensures that we continue to operate in alignment with our mission and ethical standards.

* I attest that at least one adult in my household is Jewish.

I attest that at least one adult in my household is Jewish.

* I understand that under TBO Bylaws, members are not considered "official" until approved by the TBO Board of Directors which meets the first Tuesday of the month.

I understand that under TBO Bylaws, members are not considered "official" until approved by the TBO Board of Directors which meets the first Tuesday of the month.

* I have read and understand TBO's Code of Ethics (Click here for access )

I have read and understand TBO's Code of Ethics (Click here for access )

* I have read and understand TBO's Refund Policy (Click here for access )

I have read and understand TBO's Refund Policy (Click here for access )

Your Information

Are you Jewish?

JewishNot Jewish

Salutation (Mr., Ms., Etc.)

First Name:

Last Name:

* Email:

Mobile Phone:

Gender

Birthdate:

Street Address:

Apartment/Unit Number (if applicable)

City:

State

Zip Code:

Your Hebrew Name:

Father's Hebrew Name:

Mother's Hebrew Name:

Where do you work?

Are you coming to TBO from another congregation? If so, please list name and location:

Marital Status:

Wedding Anniversary (if applicable):

Adult Member #2 Information

Salutation (Mr., Ms., Etc)

First Name:

Last Name:

Email Address:

Mobile Phone:

Birthdate:

Gender

Are they Jewish?

YesNo

Hebrew Name:

Father's Hebrew Name:

Mother's Hebrew Name:

Where do they work?

Children's Information

Please complete the following information for each of the children who will be joining TBO with you. All children under 26 years of age may join with their parents.

Child #1 First Name:

Child #1 Last Name:

Child #1 Birthdate:

Child #1 Gender:

Is this child Jewish?

YesNo

Child #1 Hebrew Name:

Child #1 Email:

Child #1 Mobile:

Child #2 First Name:

Child #2 Last Name:

Child #2 Birthdate:

Child #2 Gender:

Is this child Jewish?

YesNo

Child #2 Hebrew Name:

Child #2 Email:

Child #2 Mobile:

Child #3 First Name:

Child #3 Last Name:

Child #3 Birthdate:

Child #3 Gender:

Is this child Jewish?

YesNo

Child #3 Hebrew Name:

Child #3 Email:

Child #3 Mobile:

Child #4 First Name:

Child #4 Last Name:

Child #4 Birthdate:

Child #4 Gender:

Is this child Jewish?

YesNo

Child #4 Hebrew Name:

Child #4 Email:

Child #4 Mobile:

Yahrzeits

Complete the below to receive a yearly reminder from Temple Beth Or on a yahrzeit (the anniversary of a loved one's death). You will be able to add as many yahrzeits as you wish in your member account after you complete the application process.

Yahrzeit # 1 Name:

Yarzeit #1 Mourner

Yahrzeit #1 Relationship to Mourner:

Yahrzeit #1 Date of Death (secular):

Yahrzeit #1 Time of Death:

Yahrzeit #2 Name:

Yarzeit #2 Mourner

Yahrzeit #2 Relationship to Mourner:

Yahrzeit #2 Date of Death (secular):

Yahrzeit #2 Time of Death:

Yahrzeit #3 Name:

Yarzeit #3 Mourner

Yahrzeit #3 Relationship to Mourner:

Yahrzeit #3 Date of Death (secular):

Yahrzeit #3 Time of Death:

Your 2024-2025 Membership Gift Level

Choosing the right membership gift level for Temple Beth Or is a personal decision that should reflect both your financial ability and your commitment to supporting our vibrant Jewish community. Our synagogue relies on the generosity of our members to sustain meaningful worship, lifelong learning, and engaging programming for all ages. We encourage you to select a level that is both comfortable and meaningful for you, keeping in mind the value Temple Beth Or brings to your life and the broader community. If you have any questions or would like guidance in making your decision, we are happy to discuss options that align with your philanthropic priorities.

If you chose other, please indicate the amount of your 2024-2025 Membership Gift:

Building Fund Obligation

Temple Beth Or has a $1,500 Building Fund obligation that all members meet in order to maintain and improve our wonderful facilities. It is payable over 5 years at $300 per year. If you choose to have any amount billed, it will automatically be added to your account. This is a fee required by the TBO Board of Trustees.

Credit is given to those who have paid into a building fund at another Union for Reform Judaism congregation.

Please select one:I wish to pay my entire building fund obligation ($1500)I wish to make a $300 payment towards my building fund obligation. I understand the balance will be added to my account.Please bill me for my building fund obligation. I understand the balance will be added to my account.I have already fulfilled my obligation at another URJ Congregation

Security Fund Donation

Ensuring the safety and security of our members, clergy, and staff is our top priority. To maintain this crucial aspect of our community, we kindly request an assessment of $200 to support our security measures. Your contribution plays a vital role in safeguarding everyone within our congregation. Please consider making this important donation to help us uphold a secure and welcoming environment for all. Thank you for your support in protecting our community.

Please enter the amount of your donation to TBO's Security Fund:

Membership in Temple Beth Or Sisterhood (TBOS)

As part of the TBO membership application process, you may join the Sisterhood. You can learn more about Sisterhood here: https://www.tboraleigh.org/sisterhood

TBOS has four levels of membership. This allows our members, who are willing and able, to offer more than the standard dues. The higher dues levels offset the expenses we incur as we provide services to the congregation and the community.

Please indicate which level of TBOS membership you would like:$40 Standard Membership$54 (includes 10% discount at the Sisterhood Judaica Gift Shop)$72 (includes 15% discount at the Sisterhood Judaica Gift Shop)$90 (includes 20% discount at the Sisterhood Judaica Gift Shop)

Membership in Temple Beth Or Brotherhood (TBOB)

TBOB provides a variety of volunteer activities and social programs for our members. TBOB supports the Temple in many important ways, including providing support for various TBO Projects, b'nai mitzvah gifts, ushers for High Holy Days and more. Dues are $36 per year.

You can learn more about Brotherhood here: https://www.tboraleigh.org/brotherhood

Please check here to join TBOB for $36.00.

Membership in Association of Reform Zionists of America (ARZA)

ARZA is the Israel voice and arm of the Reform movement. Its focus is to make Israel a more central part of the identity of American Reform Jews and to create in Israel a more just, democratic and pluralistic Jewish homeland. The annual fee is $50 per household.

Please check here to join ARZA for $50.00.

We are really excited to put together a Temple Beth Or membership directory! Please note that this membership directory will only be visible upon logging into your TBO account, and will be visible to MEMBERS ONLY.Please include me in the Membership DirectoryDO NOT include me in the Membership Directory

Thank you so much for your donation. All membership gifts must be paid in full or secured with a payment plan through a credit card, echeck/ACH or automatic bank withdrawal. You may set this up on the next page.

If you are not planning to use electronic payment, please complete the PDF version of the application. Your application will not be saved without partial online payment. (We do this to prevent robots and spammers).

All membership contributions will be tax deductible in the calendar year they are paid. However, they are credited to your account by fiscal year (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025).

Total Member Committments:

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