TEMPLE SINAI OF ROSLYN
WHERE EVERY HAS A HOME
membership
2023-24
our membership tiers
Our new membership tiers provide you with a more personalized experience within our vibrant Jewish community, dedicated to social action, Torah learning, and meaningful relationships. The next section provides details on the benefits associated with each tier.
ADVOCATE
ADVOCATE TIER
Devotees of Temple Sinai who have children enrolled in Religious School, B’nei Mitzvah, or Teen Programs, from Kindergarten through 12th Grade. This is the minimum level of commitment required, as the cost of these programs is partially subsidized by Temple Sinai.
The tier was previously known as the Family Level.
PLEASE NOTE: Tuition for the Early Childhood Center, Religious School, and Teen Programs is ADDITIONAL and requires separate applications.
SUSTAINER TIER
Our basic membership for devotees of Temple Sinai.
SUSTAINER SUPPORTER
Those who join at the SUSTAINER tier may upgrade their status upon request.
SUPPORTER TIER
For those who belong to another synagogue or live beyond commuting distance to Temple Sinai (a 60-mile radius) but wish to remain connected to our community.
GUARDIAN TIER
PILLAR TIER
GUARDIAN PILLAR
A reduced-rate membership for devotees of Temple Sinai whose years of temple membership (as the primary or secondary member), PLUS their age equals 100.
For example, 34 years of Temple Sinai membership + 72 years of age = 106 - this person qualifies for the GUARDIAN membership tier.
Devotees of Temple Sinai whose years of temple membership (as the primary or secondary member), PLUS their age equals 100, and who choose to make a single, one-time payment that qualifies them as Lifetime Members.
The LEV SOCIETY membership tiers were created for a unique cadre of our members who are passionate about Temple Sinai’s mission and vision; members who are committed to investing in the epicenter of progressive Jewish life on Long Island. We are seeking the involvement of those whose hearts so move them, to catapult our synagogue to the next level.
LEV CHAMPION TIER
Devotees of Temple Sinai, whose dues cover the ACTUAL cost of their household’s engagement in the Temple Sinai community.
LEV BENEFACTOR TIER
Devotee of Temple Sinai whose dues cover the cost of their household’s engagement at Temple Sinai AND enables another household to remain as part of our community.
LEV VISIONARY TIER
Devotees of Temple Sinai whose contribution secures a meaningful center of Jewish life for future generations.
VISIONARY
LEV BENEFACTOR LEV
LEV
CHAMPION
Membership has its benefits
All worship services
PLUS:
Life Cycles Milestones:and (onsite only)
Security Assessments
Life suchCycles as:
*
• High Holy Day tickets for all household members 30 and under
• Connection with clergy (counseling)
• Adult Engagement programming (including clergy classes)
• Memorial plaque dedications
• Baby naming (during Shabbat services)
• Pre-wedding blessing (during Shabbat services)
• Weddings • Unveilings
• Funerals • Shiva Minyan
Donor Acknowledgements
Two (2) tickets to the Annual Gala
Two (2) High Holy Days guest tickets
Membership in Brotherhood and Friend of a Friend
Donations for ARZA and Joy of Shabbat
Recognized for Gala contribution ($500)
Two additional High Holy Days guest tickets (4 total)
High Holy Days parking spot
Mezuzah and clergy blessing
Recognized for Kol Nidre contribution ($5,000)
Recognized for Gala contribution ($3,500 total)
Feature interview about your household in the SCRIBE
*Facility fees apply for onsite ceremonies; see additional facts for details
ADVOCATE SUSTAINER
PILLAR LEV
SUPPORTER GUARDIAN
CHAMPION
additional facts
• The SUSTAINER and SUPPORTER tiers include only life cycles and milestones that take place during Friday night Shabbat services. If you choose to celebrate these milestones (baby naming or wedding blessing) off-site, there will be an additional charge.
• Should you have the need for clergy services that are not included with the SUSTAINER tier (e.g. officiating at a wedding or funeral), you will be required to step up to the ADVOCATE tier. Members are required to be at the ADVOCATE level or higher from the time of the confirmation of clergy officiation through the end of the membership year during which the life cycle event takes place.
• At the ADVOCATE, GUARDIAN, and PILLAR membership tiers, a facility fee will be assessed for life cycle ceremonies held in either the Sanctuary or the Simcha Room: $500 (Monday-Saturday), $1,000 (Sunday)
• Membership in Brotherhood and Friend of a Friend, as well as ARZA and Joy of Shabbat donations are ADDITIONAL They are included in all LEV tier memberships.
BROTHERHOOD: Temple Sinai’s men’s group offers a variety of programs and activities all year long.
FRIEND OF A FRIEND: A dynamic inter-generational group of women, the mission of Friend of a Friend/Chaverot is to provide social outreach programs which will enhance members’ connection to the temple and to Judaism.
ARZA (Association of Reform Zionists in America): Support the Reform movement in Israel.
JOY OF SHABBAT: Enhance all aspects of Shabbat worship, including but not limited to, streaming, flowers, and oneg.
PILLAR LEV VISIONARY LEV BENEFACTOR LEV CHAMPION
fiscal year 2023-24 membership dues*
Tier ADVOCATE SUSTAINER 1 SUPPORTER ² GUARDIAN³ PILLAR³ LEV CHAMPION LEV BENEFACTOR LEV VISIONARY Single Family Paying Monthly** Family Single Paying Monthly** $2,100 $210 $3,300 $330 $1,300 $1,300 $130 $2,100 $210 $210 $2,100 $130 $1,300 $210 $2,100 $130 one-time payment (Lifetime Member) $36,000 $18,000 $10,000 $6,000
Membership
your choice of billing interval: monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual
Discounted, paid-in-full, cash or check only
building fund
Members are required to contribute $1,800 toward the Building Fund.
This fee is payable in installments over the first six years of membership ($300 per year), or it can be paid in full.
* Security assessment included in all tiers.
** Annual payment is divided into TEN monthly payments (July 2023 - April 2024).
1 Those who join at the SUSTAINER tier may change their status upon request and will be billed for the price difference between the two tiers.
2 The SUPPORTER tier is only open to those who belong to another synagogue or those who live at least 60 miles away from Temple Sinai.
3 Both the GUARDIAN and PILLAR tiers are only open to those who qualify using the following equation: the years of temple membership (as the primary or secondary member) PLUS your age equals 100 or greater.
Single Family $2,000 $3,200 $1,200 $2,000 $2,000 $1,200 $2,000 $1,200
frequently asked questions
What are membership dues used for?
Membership dues cover approximately 50% of Temple Sinai’s operating expenses, including salaries, utilities, supplies, building and grounds maintenance, insurance, etc. Your membership and additional generous donations ensure that we and future generations continue to experience a Jewish home at Temple Sinai of Roslyn.
Why are we making changes to our current membership structure?
This is a special year for Temple Sinai, our 75th Anniversary. Over the past year, your Board and professional staff have been listening to the needs of our members and determining a path to strengthen our community and our operations to ensure our sustainability for the next 75 years and beyond.
Do I have to pay towards the Building Fund?
The Building Fund is a contribution each new member household makes to support Temple Sinai for the future. Members are required to contribute $1,800 toward the Building Fund. This fee is payable in installments over the first six years of membership ($300 per year), or it can be paid in full. Once you have paid the total commitment, families will never be asked to make additional contributions to the Building Fund, even if the commitment increases beyond $1,800 in the future.
Members who submit proof of having paid a Building Fund at another synagogue are exempt from this fee. Supporting the future of Judaism at any congregation helps preserve Jewish life for future generations.
What if I cannot afford a membership?
Members will not be turned away and we will work with you confidentially to make arrangements that are affordable.
I forgot my ShulCloud password? How can I log in?
At the top right corner of the Temple Sinai website (mysinai.org), click on the Login button.
Click Forgot Password.
Enter your email address. Click Email Password. You will then be sent an email from Temple Sinai. Open the email and click the Login Link.
Enter a new password, then enter it again. Click Save Password. You will now be logged into your ShulCloud account and can renew your temple membership.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
Email us at membership@mysinai.org or call 516.621.6800 ext. 150 and leave a message. We will get back to you within 48 hours.
Temple Sinai of Roslyn
425 Roslyn Road
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
