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Aleph Bet Jewish Day School
Phone: 410-263-9044
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Thinking Big

The Aleph Bet Jewish Day School Capital Campaign

Currently, the Aleph Bet Jewish Day School exclusively occupies 3,659 square feet at Congregation Kneseth Israel.  However, as our student population grows so must the physical space.  

Good news!!  
Plans are currently underway to build an 11,500 square foot school wing that will contain: 6 classrooms, a media/computer center, art studio/science lab, administrative office suite, multi-purpose room, bathrooms, and extra storage space.

What we have done so far:

  • Conducted a Jewish Demographic Survey
  • Conducted Fundraising Feasibility Study
  • Had a hearing before City of Annapolis Board of Appeals
  • Acquired a long-term ground lease with Kneseth Israel
  • Created a Capital Campaign Committee
    • Budget/Finance
    • Design and Construction
    • Donor Recognition  
    • Legal and Major Gift Solicitation
    • Long Range Planning
    • Hired a part-time assistant
    • Developed a case statement

Construction and Cost:

Cost of Campaign

$140,000

Modular Construction

($90 to $120/sq ft)   $1,265,000

Permits and Insurance

$25,000

Architectural Services

$50,000

Furnishings

$100,000

Landscaping

$20,000

Contingency/Endowment                              

$200,000

Total 

$1,800,000

Seeking leadership and major gifts.
Gifts and pledges currently total nearly $1,120,500



Invest in our children’s future:
For more information or to make a contribution, please contact:
Barnett Rattner: BA.Rattner@verizon.net