Make a Donation

T'chiyah is not a "closed system." While members shape and sustain communal life, they also share it — with friends, relatives, and kindred spirits of all stripes. Our participatory, progressive and whole-heartedly inclusive community is not meant for official members only. We delight in the fact that our cherished approach to Jewish life is enjoyed by fellow travelers who tag along periodically for Shabbat and High Holidays, parents who want to see what the fuss is about when visiting their kid in Detroit, and Michigander expats who cheer us on from afar.

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Such kindred spirits have a role to play in our community sustainability. As we are not a closed system, we are not entirely self-sufficient. We depend on contributions from outside our membership to help us continue to function smoothly. That's where you come in: Can you or your loved one sign-up as a T'CHIYAH TENDER? 

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T'chiyah Tenders are friends, loved ones and fellow travelers whose recurring contributions sustain our synagogue. Just as a gardener might add fertilizer to catalyze new growth, your contributions help our community thrive.  

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Contributions at the $18/month rate or higher will receive some of the benefits of membership, such as early access to High Holiday registration and member discounts for select courses. 

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T'chiyah Tenders support our community to be robust, sustainable and economically accessible for all who seek it. Specifically, your contributions will be used to:
 

• Improve the quality of our Zoom-based classes and livestreamed services by upgrading our computer and A/V hardware

• Better serve the diverse families of Ferndale and beyond by creating children’s programs and family educational offerings that are responsive to their needs

• Facilitate stronger connections between members by providing  funds for our Affinity Groups, such as LGBTQI+ T’chiyahniks, Jews of Color at T’chiyah, and more.