Scrip Program and Buy Scrip

You can place your scrip order online by clicking here (Use Enrollment Code: 97999E3432453 and remember to send your check into CBJ). 

Alternatively, you can also download an order form for select particpating retailers by clicking here. To browse a full list of retailers click here.

If you have questions or special requests, email lanton109@yahoo.com. 

What is Scrip?

Scrip, sometimes referred to as gift certificates, eScrip or food certificates is the ability of non-profit organizations to purchase certificates or gift cards in bulk, at a discount, from various retailers. An organization, such as Congregation B'nai Jacob, then sells them to its members at face value, thus creating a profit on each transaction, without ANY cost to the buyer. 

Why Purchase Scrip?

It is an easy way for you to contribute much needed funds to Congregation B'nai Jacob without it costing you anything. All you have to do is purchase he scrip prior to going shopping. 

How Much Profit Does Congregation B'nai Jaob Generate from Scrip Purchases?

For most food retailers, Congregation B'nai Jacob earns a profit of about 5% on each transaction (with the exception of Genuardi’s, which is further discussed below). Non-food retailers offer a variety of profit levels, from only 2% or 3% to as high as 15% or 20%. 

So What Is Required For Congregation B’nai Jacob to be Successful? 

A little planning is all that is needed. We all need to eat, we all need to fill up our cars with gas and we all love to eat out on occasion. Order your gift cards in advance and have them ready when you are heading out to do some shopping or need the perfect gift. Your participation in this program will benefit Congregation B’nai Jacob tremendously. 

What types of organizations participate in Scrip?

Just about any non-profit group including religious organizations, schools, cub scouts and boy/girl scouts, sports and music booster groups, and more use scrip sales to generate additional revenue. 

How do I pay for the Scrip? 

You can place your order with the Scrip Coordinator during Religious School hours on Wednesdays and Sundays, or drop your envelope addressed to “CBJ Scrip Program” in the payment box located in the office.

Please make check payable to “Congregation B’nai Jacob”. You may also pay with cash if you so desire. 

Where do the Scrip cards come from? 

CBJ buys them from a wholesaler, Great Lakes Scrip Center, who purchases the scrip cards directly from the retailers. The gift cards available are the same cards you would buy if you went to the participating retailer and purchased them yourself. Gift cards will be delivered typically within a week of the order being placed.

Can I use the Scrip cards anywhere?

Yes, the scrip cards are accepted at all participating retailer locations for that card. Some cards are also accepted at other retailers owned by the same parent company. This is especially true for restaurants. 

Will there ever be changes to the participating retailer list?

Definitely! New retailers will be added periodically including some local retailers and CBJ family businesses and occasionally there are short term incentives offered by retailers in increased percentages to CBJ. Please continue to check the list regularly and recommend stores to us if they are interested in being added to the list especially if you use them frequently. 

How do I find a list of retailers that participate in Scrip?

To locate the complete list, please visit the Synagogue’s website at www.congbj.org. Click the “Support Us” link on the left hand side of the page under “Quick Links”. Click “Scrip Program” and you can download an alphabetical list of participating retailers. 

Who is the scrip coordinator?

You can contact Lisa Anton at (484)614-7128 or email lanton109@yahoo.com.