Altshul Partnership

We encourage all members of the Altshul community to become Altshul Partners. To become an Altshul Partner, click here.

What should I contribute to become an Altshul Partner?

In thinking about contribution levels, Altshul’s Leadership Team was motivated by two competing concerns. First and foremost, our community has always been, and must remain, a place for anyone who enjoys spirited davening, engaging divrei Torah, warm community, and support for lifecycle events, regardless of ability to pay. For this reason, there is no minimum contribution level to enjoy the benefits of an Altshul partnership. At the same time, we have promised CBE that we will meet a financial target, and those of us who feel compelled to give and have the ability to provide more generous support to the Altshul community are encouraged to do so. We invite you to become a Supporting Partner of Altshul with a donation of $180 for a student/retired person/individual with limited income, $285 for an individual, or $570 for a family. We also encourage you, if possible, to become a Sustaining Partner of Altshul with a donation of $630 for an individual or $1,260 for a family. Please click here to become an Altshul Partner.

Benefits of being an Altshul Partner

Altshul Partners enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that they make Altshul possible! All Altshul Partners, regardless of contribution amount, are eligible for free high holiday tickets at Altshul for themselves (if an individual) or all members of their household (if a family) with advance registration. Altshul Partners are welcome to purchase additional tickets for visiting friends and family and receive priority for such tickets.

How does my partnership support Altshul’s home at CBE?

For more than ten years, Altshul has enjoyed a vital relationship with Congregation Beth Elohim. CBE provides a beautiful space for our davening, multi-purpose rooms for our social events, and crucial administrative support. CBE also has been a gateway to broader community partnerships, through events like Simchat Torah Across Brooklyn, the all-night tikkun on Shavuot, and social action projects. In doing these things, CBE incurs significant expense on behalf our community. To maintain our relationship with CBE, Altshul and CBE have entered into a written agreement that commits Altshul to raising at least $40,000 each year to offset the administrative expenses that CBE incurs for Altshul, and to pay for expenses related to our services and events (such as siddurim, supplies for kiddush, and a professional kindershul leader for elementary-school aged children). Many of you may recall the opportunity to join CBE as “Amit” members. CBE phased out the “Amit” membership, and we instead negotiated a new model. The Altshul Partnership allows us to contribute toward Altshul’s financial obligations, and to ensure that we continue to enjoy our physical home and vital programming.

Becoming a full CBE Member

CBE continues to welcome Altshul participants to become CBE members. In order to enjoy the benefits of CBE membership, such as use of the pool, member discounts, or priority for preschool admission, you will need to join CBE separately. Full CBE members who are part of the Altshul community will continue to receive high holiday tickets at Altshul, but their CBE membership dues will not count toward Altshul’s financial obligation to CBE.

We are deeply grateful for your support. Your contribution assures continuity and a secure future for our community. Please click here to become an Altshul Partner.