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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Welcome to Beth Emet! We are so pleased to welcome you to our community and look forward to getting to know you. Beth Emet is a vibrant, diverse and caring community, and we encourage you to get involved in ways that feel meaningful to you. Please share some information about yourself here so we can get to know you. 

Please note that financial information will be kept confidential.  If you wish to have a private discussion about payment options or any other matter, please contact Executive Director Jody Litwack or by calling 847-869-4230. Thank you!
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Please list any close friends or relatives who are members of the Beth Emet community and their relationship to you (i.e. Sarah Cohen/Steven's Cousin)

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Finding Your Place at Beth Emet The Free Synagogue
We have a multitude of programs and committees that will allow you to find a deep and personal connection within our community. Whether you are interested in meeting new people, continuing your Jewish education, volunteering your time, or discussing Jewish text in an informal setting, Beth Emet offers ways to become engaged and make a meaningful difference in your life and the life of the community. To help us understand how you wish to get involved, please consider sharing any skills, hobbies or interests you have that might be shared with the congregation through our programming, religious school, adult education or worship:  





Once we learn about your interests, you will be contacted regarding future projects, events and meetings. Watch for EmetMail, our weekly eNewsletter and the annual Synagogue bulletin, known as the Chadashon, to learn about upcoming programs.

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Our fiscal year runs from July 1 through June 30.  Upon completion of this form, we will create a member account for you on the Beth Emet website. You will receive an email notification with access information. Through this portal, you may access your account and other information. If you would like to set up auto-payments for your account,  please contact Finance Manager Debbie Gilbert at dgilbert@bethemet.org.  

New Member Rate is a three year "ramp up:"

First year is $100 per month / $1,200 per year.  

Second Year is as follows:
  • Households with 2 adults over the age of 40 - $200 per month or $2,400 per year
  • Households with 1 adult over the age of 40 - $142 per month or $1,700 per year
  • Households with 2 adults over the age of 70 - $167 per month or $2,000 per year
  • Households with 1 adult over the age of 70 - $125 per month or $1,500 per year
Third year is full the full membership commitment.  If you are 40 and younger* we have a "set your own membership commitment" program where you may determine what feels most meaningful to you.  The suggested amount is $100 per month ($1,200 per year) for the first year, and $150 per month ($1,800) for subsequent years (until the age of 40).  

     *40 and younger is defined as the age of the oldest member of the household.    
We welcome members regardless of financial ability.  If you need to discuss the membership commitment or make a payment arrangement, please contact Jody Litwack, Executive Director by email or call 847-869-4230.
Building Reserve Fee:  All member households are billed a $200 building reserve fee, and for new members this begins in year 3.  This fee supports capital improvements and serves as a "rainy day fund" to ensure that Beth Emet continues to maintain our building systems and is able to respond responsibly when emergency repairs are needed.

Safety and Security Fee:  All member households are billed a safety and security fee, and for new members this begins in year 3.  This fee ensures that we continue to responsibly address the ever-changing environment that requires improved security protocols and facility safety and security improvements.

Beth Emet The Free Synagogue ~ 1224 Dempster Street ~ Evanston, IL 60202 ~ 847-869-4230

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