Please visit us as many times and take as long as you’d like to get to know our community before deciding whether it is for you. We always welcome non-members and visitors at services, classes, and other synagogue events. Nevertheless, we encourage you to “jump in the water” and become a member of West End Synagogue.
As a member, you can count on this community to celebrate with you in times of joy and support you in times of sorrow. Members are invited to join synagogue committees and help shape our programs and our congregation. You can take pride in supporting a community that reflects your values and ideals.
West End Synagogue operates on a “Fair Share Dues” basis that links the suggested level of financial support to household income. We aim to ensure that no one is excluded from our community because of financial circumstances. Currently, for new members, we are offering a special rate on the first year and 50% off the second year’s dues, which includes tickets to High Holy Day services.
Access the 2026 membership application here.
-- Download to complete the application and email to admin [at] westendsynagogue.org
OR
-- Print and mail the completed application and form to:
West End Synagogue
Attn: Synagogue Administrator
190 Amsterdam Ave.
New York, NY 10023
Please contact us (by admin [at] westendsynagogue.org (email) or phone at 212.579.0777 Ext. 220) with any questions you might have about joining West End Synagogue.
"West End Synagogue is the first (and only) synagogue I've ever belonged to as an adult. WES is my spiritual home and my cherished Jewish community. Services are warm and inclusive with contributions from community members. There is space for those who are very knowledgeable and those who are just beginning to learn. And the adult education (mostly taught by our members) is exceptional. So is the JFLL program (Hebrew School). But maybe the most powerful reflection of who we are as a community is the way we come together for each other in good times and bad.
— Margie S., WES member
"I knew I belonged at WES when I returned from the retreat feeling richly connected to so many wonderful people. West End Synagogue is about being part of a supportive community connected by friendships, Jewish living, lifelong learning, and service to others."
— Art S., WES member