How does IKAR membership work?
At IKAR, membership is more than just a financial contribution (though that matters, too). When you join IKAR, you sign our membership brit which is an expression of your core commitments and a way to expand your own Jewish horizons through learning and spiritual growth. So, in addition to a financial commitment, each person is asked to make concrete commitments to Torah (learning), to Kehillah (volunteering and supporting the community), and Tikkun (justice).
What if I can’t afford Membership?
We never want financial constraints to get in the way of joining IKAR, so we have a few different membership models to fit different needs. If our membership rates feel out of reach, you can fill out the “Ezra” portion on our membership form and indicate a tzedakah amount that is meaningful for you.
Membership contributions are payable in installments through June 30 of the current membership year.
We belong to another shul/we live out of town, but we love IKAR. What should we do?
We love you, too. We have an associate membership for people who want to support the community, but aren’t around as regularly. “IKAR from Afar/Associate” memberships have everything a full membership has, except IKARds (tickets) for the High Holy Days.
What about the High Holy Days?
High Holy Days tickets (IKARds) are included with an active IKAR membership, with the exception of “IKAR from Afar/Associate” memberships. Members at this level who wish to attend High Holy Day services in person will need to obtain IKARds separately. Registration will be open at the end of summer.
What is this optional Security Contribution donation and why have we implemented it now?
You may notice that you’ve been asked to contribute $400 for security in the membership calculator. With the state of the world right now, Jewish institutions worldwide have had to take action to promote the security and safety of the community. Here at IKAR, this has taken the form of additional security guards at events/services, additional training for staff, and engaging with security consultants to review and implement best practices to enhance our physical security needs.
We implemented an optional $400 Security Contribution that will cover a portion of our increased security costs, understanding that this additional fee would not be accessible to everyone.
We recognize that $400 is not feasible for some members. If you are able to contribute a different amount to our Security Fund, please click here.
If you have any questions about our security efforts, please email [email protected].