New beginnings are often exciting and intimidating at the same time, and our team wants to help you as you navigate through your transition into our temple family. Just like your family, we are committed to walking with you through life’s challenging moments, celebrating with you in times of joy, and standing with you for all the moments in between.
BECOMe A MEMBER
To begin the process of becoming a member of Tree of Life congregation please complete this online form or email our office.
Following a brief verification process we look forward to officially welcoming you and your family into our community.
Members who join between November and June will pay prorated dues and tuition for the fiscal year ending June 30.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
- Meaningful worship experiences on Shabbat and holidays
- Support and comfort from our Rabbi and community members during times of celebration and challenge
- Access to high quality Jewish education for your children
- Lifelong Learning opportunities for adults at every level of knowledge.
- Practice tikkun olam collaboratively with other members and help the broader Columbia community.
QUESTIONS?
Reach us via email or contact the office at (803) 787-2182. For more information please see our FAQ's page.
Financial Support
Annual Contribution Levels for 2024-2025
(Religious School tuition is included for levels Fig and above)
| Giving Level | Range |
|---|---|
| Olive | $8,000 + |
| Oak | $5,800-$7,999 |
| Palm | $3,900-$5,799 |
| Date | $2,254-$3,900 |
| Fig | $2,253 |
| Cedar | $1,500-$2,252 |
Tree of Life Congregation depends on financial support from our members in order to provide dynamic program opportunities, meaningful worship, and support during moments of celebration and grief.
The Tree of Life Way of Giving Campaigns have proven to be highly successful. Making our sustaining budget transparent and owning it as a collective community has been embraced by all. Once again, our guiding principles of Inclusion and providing Jewish Education influence our model. All are welcome as members, regardless of ability to pay and those who pledge at the Fig level or higher will have Religious School tuition included with their membership.
The targeted commitment level in our community is $2253. We are able to welcome members of all financial capacity thanks to the generosity of members who are able to give above and beyond the standard dues.
Your Jewish Home at Tree of Life
No matter where you are in your Jewish journey...
No matter your personal or family identity...
No matter where you live year-round...
No matter your financial ability...
We invite you to Tree of Life, a special place because we nurture:
