Committees

Volunteering at Beth Am is a great way to strengthen our community and to enhance your own experience as a Beth Am member. There are many opportunities for participation and leadership. You can join one or more of the groups described below or just volunteer occasionally by being a greeter at services, assisting the office staff or helping out at potlucks and special events. If you are interested in getting involved in any of our committees, please contact the listed committee chair (below) or Rabbi Adam Rosenwasser or call (650) 493-4661. You can also sign up to volunteer by completing the volunteer checklist.

Worship Committees

Community Committees

Justice

Learning

Administration Committees:

Communications
Development
Finance
House
Planned Giving

The Communications Committee works with the Communications Coordinator and is responsible for the overall design of all Beth Am communications vehicles, electronic and printed. Committee members review and advise on strategy, as well as participate in content creation. Contact: Tim Taich

The Development Committee works with the Director of Development and in cooperation with the Board of Directors to secure financial resources for our congregation by exploring and implementing fundraising vehicles to ensure the financial stability of our congregation. The Development Committee strategizes on the timing and messaging of all fundraising pursuits, and works with the Director of Development to manage and implement campaigns and solicitations. The committee works with staff and board members to identify, cultivate, and steward donors on an ongoing basis. The Development Committee works in concert with other fundraising committees such as Planned Giving and Special Event committees, and is the clearinghouse for all Beth Am fundraising activities. Contact: Harvey Schloss

The Finance Committee ensures the congregation's financial position is reviewed and monitored on a regular basis and is in compliance with predetermined policies and guidelines. This goal is accomplished by reviewing financial statements compared to budget, providing guidance on setting the annual operating budget for board approval, monitoring cash reserve investments, and revisiting policies that may require updating, such as our investment policy. The committee is comprised of members representing varying backgrounds and interests, including past Treasurers, past and current board members, attorneys, financial professionals, and CPAs, but the committee is open to any congregant who is interested, regardless of career background. The committee typically meets 4 times per year, with a slightly heavier workload in the spring when the annual budget is completed. Contact: Neil Tuch

The House Committee oversees the building and grounds of the congregation. The committee prepares and monitors the yearly capital budget and reports to the Board. Contact: Dan Siegel

The Planned Giving Committee works with the Director of Development and in cooperation with the Development Committee and the Board of Directors, the Planned Giving Committee of Congregation Beth Am works as part of our overall fundraising effort to secure financial resources for our congregation by promoting and encouraging planned giving among our membership. Planned Gifts include bequests, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of life insurance, and non-cash gifts. Contact: Paul Roskoph