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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers about the Wings of the Dove campaign. This page will continue to be updated. 

IDENTIFYING NEEDS

Q: How did we identify these priority needs (building and staff needs)? 

A: Over the last 10 years, Havurah has engaged in multiple long-term efforts to understand how our growth has impacted our congregation. These planning efforts consistently raised three themes:

  1. Growth and Space Needs – expanding membership means expanding classrooms, staff offices, and gathering spaces.
  2. Staffing and Volunteer Support – additional staff are needed to sustain Havurah’s participatory model and support volunteers.
  3. Equity and Belonging – as we grow, we must ensure that finances are never a barrier to being part of Havurah. 
Source: 2014 Long Range Plan, 2019 Space Jam, 2022 Long Range Plan, Governance 2.0, 2023 Feasibility Study, &  2024 Community Engagement Sessions

 

GROWTH

Q: What are the trends in membership? 

A: The average growth in Hauvrah membership is 1.5%-2.2% each year since 2000. The graph below shows the linear projection of growth from 390-430 (high to low averages) by 2024. We have surpassed 500 households. 

Graph showing membership projects with High (red line 435), Medium (green line 410), and Low (blue line 360)

Source: Tom Berg and Deborah Eisenbach-Budner report on congregational size and decision-making.

 

Q: What are our assumptions about future growth?

A: In 2014, with 364 households, when we began to assess the impact of our growth members. At that time, we identified the need for additional staff and space at that time. In 2025, with 500 households, our need for space and staff remains clear. 

Source: 2014 Long Range Plan, 2019 Space Jam, 2022 Long Range Plan, Governance 2.0, 2023 Feasibility Study, &  2024 Community Engagement Sessions

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