You & Your Membership Matter
5786 (2025-2026) Membership Packet
Thank you for your membership. Our community is founded on equity, justice, and joy grounded in our Jewish values.
In an era fraught with division and heartbreak, the connection to a vibrant community is even more important than in times of peace.
Membership fees pay for services, staff salaries, building maintenance, and all of the programs that make Nahalat Shalom unique. In addition to the dollars, the volunteer time contributed helps to power our community. This year we welcome Rabbinic Intern, Josie Boskoff, who will enrich our community with services, teachings, and songs.
Benefits of membership include:
A voice in our community, including a vote to approve our budget
Eligibility to serve on the Va’ad (Council) and other leadership opportunities
Ability to buy a plot for you or a family member in Nahalat Shalom’s section at La Puerta Burial Ground
Pastoral Counseling and end of life services (funeral, memorial, and shiva) from our Rabbis
A warm and inviting space for learning, celebration and spiritual growth
Community support through hard times
Reminder of loved one’s Yahrzeit (anniversary of death)
Two hour use of our facility, at no cost, annually plus discounted rental rates
$1,400 worth of B’nai Mitzvah preparation for families who have been members at least two years before the B’nai Mitzvah prep begins, and whose child has been a part of our religious school.
Our congregation needs largely $250,000 per year to support itself. If every household paid $1,500 per year we would be on track to meet our goal. Nevertheless, since the founding of Nahalat Shalom there has been no minimum amount required to be a member. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and we never turn anyone away from our events regardless of their ability to pay. Scroll down to see the “green bottle” suggested amounts for membership. Please do not let money be an obstacle. Nahalat Shalom is yours!
We appreciate having you as a valued member of our community in 5786 (October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026)!