Past learning sponsorships

A Day of Learning sponsored by Pardes board member Bryan Kocen in memory of his beloved late wife Gail Gordon Kocen z”l.

A special Day of Learning in memory of Rabbi Aryeh Strikovsky z”l. Aryeh z”l was proud to have shared in the unique learning experience at Machon Pardes from its inception in 1972 until 2011. He delighted in every word and facet of Torah, and he treasured each and every one of his students.

A special day of learning in memory of Harlene Winnick Appelman z”l (1947 – 2022)

In tribute to Harlene Winnick Appelman z”l, former Executive Director of The Covenant Foundation, whose visionary leadership has left an enduring impact, shaping the landscape of Jewish education and enriching generations to come. Her passion and dedication will continue to inspire and empower educators and learners alike. To read more about Harlene’s life and work, click here.

The Pardes Yom Hazikaron/Yom Haatzmaut program is perpetually sponsored in Loving Memory of Roneet Kimeldorf Carmell z”l (1964-2018).

A special day of learning in memory of Ezra G. Levin z”l
מי שצנוע ועניו ואינו כועס ואינו מעמיד על מדותיו
“God’s full name can only be revealed to one who is modest, humble, and mature, and does not get angry or drunk, and does not insist upon his honor.” Kiddushin 71a
“Come learn, pufferinos [dear ones]!”

Sponsored by Katherine Baker (PLS and Summer Program Alum) and Richard Blutstein, in memory of their son, Pardes student Benjamin Blutstein z”l, who was murdered by terrorists at Hebrew University.

Purim at Pardes is endowed by Elaine and Arie Hochberg in honor of the entire Pardes Faculty and Staff.

A Pardes Ponders Critical Issues session is endowed by Jean and Andrew Balcombe in honor of the Pardes Center for Jewish Educators faculty, staff, students and alumni.

Day of Learning sponsored by Pardes alumni and board member Brian and Nadia Glenville in celebration of the return of Pardes in-person learning.