Synagogue Insurance

As community, non-profit organisations it’s important that running costs are kept at a realistic level. Unexpected costs such as those arising from damage to the building or a compensation claim can be considerable. If proper insurance cover isn’t in place it can seriously damage the finances of the synagogue, leading to a disruption in the level of services that are able to be offered. 

 With this in mind, it’s important that those in positions of responsibility at a synagogue ensure that comprehensive insurance cover is in place. 

At Falcon Insurance, we recognise that the needs of individual synagogues are different. Large synagogues with buildings that are in near constant use will have a different range of requirements to those which serve a smaller community. Our bespoke insurance packages recognise those differences. We ensure that you have all the necessary cover that you need but that you don’t pay for anything that you don’t.  

 Our experienced and friendly advisors take time to find out more about your synagogue, how it operates and what you might require. We then offer flexible payment options to help with budgeting. 

Although every synagogue is different there are some types of cover that every synagogue should have in place. These are: 

Building & Contents Cover

Looking after your building is crucial if synagogue activities are to continue unhindered. Damage can occur and repairs are sometimes unavoidable. Ensuring that the more costly repair work can be carried out in a timely manner is essential.  

Synagogues contain a large number of important and valuable items which all too often can make them targets for thieves and vandals. Therefore, contents cover is a vital component of any comprehensive insurance package for a synagogue. 

Public Liability Insurance

Every place of worship should have public liability insurance in place. Large numbers of people will use the synagogue over the course of the year for worship, community and family events and other gatherings. With this comes risk to both person and property and can lead to an expensive compensation claim. In some cases, compensation claims can be substantial. Public liability insurance will pay out in the event of a claim against you.

Trustees Insurance

Trustees and other people in positions of authority within the synagogue will have a range of responsibilities. While these may be carried out with careful consideration and due diligence, mistakes can and do sometimes occur. When that happens, a compensation claim may follow. Trustees insurance protects both the decision-making individuals themselves and the synagogue from having to bear the costs.