To date, we have raised $27,003,074!
In the online brochure below, you will find wonderful opportunities to make a direct impact on Pardes in your name or in the name of loved ones.
Pardes has launched a $36 million capital and endowment campaign to enhance our physical space and technological infrastructure. Once completed, these improvements will bring the transformative educational experience of Pardes to more students, more teachers, more visitors and more members of the community.
If you believe as we do, that text study, with an eye towards contemporary relevance, can inspire personal and communal transformation, we invite you to learn more and to join us in our efforts by making a campaign pledge today!
The images below are architect renderings provided to Pardes in June 2021.
State-of-the-art classrooms will not only provide more suitable space for in-person classes, they will also be equipped for online and hybrid learning.
Pardes aims to integrate the best educational technology available for both classroom-based and online learning. That’s why Pardes is working with technology, communications and acoustics consultants to ensure that our new building is equipped with first-rate technology and that the physical plant can accommodate new technologies in the future.
Currently, Pardes hosts standing-room-only programs for the public. The new 250 person theater will allow Pardes to accommodate the public demand for its programs.
Beautiful green spaces will give students and faculty and staff more options for meeting, socializing, eating and more.
The Meir and Malkah z”l Schweiger Library will house an updated and expanded collection of books and other media, allowing students and faculty to conduct more of their research at Pardes rather than seeking off-campus options.
Garden terraces will make it easier for students, faculty and staff to get a breath of fresh air in a comfortable setting without even leaving the building.
There are moments during construction when a space suddenly becomes recognizable—not just as concrete, columns, and scaffolding, but as the place we have been imagining for years. This week, we reached one of those moments. From Rendering to Reality A look at the live construction camera shows major progress on the Moshe and Libby Werthan Continue Reading »
One of the most exciting milestones in any construction project comes when the drawings begin to make sense in three dimensions. That moment has arrived. As the structure continues to rise, it is now possible to walk through the building and experience the spaces much as future students, faculty, and visitors will. Standing in what Continue Reading »
The Auditorium Comes Into View One of the most exciting developments on site right now is the emergence of the future auditorium. What was previously just another section of excavation is now clearly becoming a defined and recognizable space within the building. From above, you can already see the sloped floor for seating taking shape. Continue Reading »
Construction at the future home of Pardes continues to advance on multiple fronts as the building begins transitioning from excavation and structural work toward infrastructure and interior preparation. Underground Levels Taking Shape Much of the most visible progress is happening on the deepest levels of the building, which will house parking, mechanical systems, and building Continue Reading »
As we approach the end of 2025, we’re excited to share a few remarkable milestones from the Beit Karen site. While the city slowed down for Hanukkah, the construction site has remained full of energy—and the progress is now visible across multiple levels. A Slice Through the Site One of the clearest views of progress Continue Reading »
Can you spot the difference? Even in the pouring rain work continues. In the early part of November, the layer that forms the roof of level -3 and the floor of level -2 was poured. As you can see in both pictures, work is well underway preparing the steel rebar as well as the molds Continue Reading »
If you’ve been watching the live cam or passing by the site, you’ll notice the newly built car ramp that wraps around the outside of the structure, stretching from floor -5.5 up to floor -3.5. This ramp will eventually provide critical access to the underground levels and is an essential part of the long-term site Continue Reading »
As summer turns to fall, the Beit Karen site is alive with momentum—and some major milestones have been achieved since our last update. Second Crane Installed One of the most visible changes to the skyline is the addition of a second crane, now installed and operational on the west side of the site along Pierre Continue Reading »
Construction at Beit Karen is picking up pace, and we’re excited to share the latest progress from the site. As you can see in the photos, the frames for our walls were carefully set up in preparation for the next big step. Today’s images show how far we’ve come: cement walls are already in place, Continue Reading »
Jerusalem, Israel — In a historic ceremony this week, the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies celebrated the laying of the cornerstone and cement pouring for its new home in Pardes Heights, an ambitious project that will redefine the Talpiot district as a hub of education, culture, and community life. The event was attended by Mayor Continue Reading »
Start date: ASAP
We are seeking a charismatic, creative, and action-oriented Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement and Activation to lead this initiative. This individual will play a key role in bridging the gap between the immersive Jerusalem-based Pardes experience and the ongoing life-long learning opportunities we offer in North America.
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Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and passion for this role. All applications should be sent to Assistant Director of Programs at Monica at monica@pardes.org.
Cover letters should answer the following questions
Applications are due by October 8th and interviews will be the week of October 28th. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Pardes North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all organizational facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.