For generations, the CBI campus has been a home for connection, learning, and shared purpose—honoring the Jewish traditions that shape who we are today. Now, we have the opportunity to renew and reimagine this sacred space, creating a vibrant, welcoming center for the future. Together, we can honor our past while building a bold and enduring future for generations to come. Now is the moment to come together around a shared value: a vibrant home for Jewish life in Northampton.
7 million goal
3.2 million pledged
56 donor families
Community voices
I gave because CBI has given me a sense of belonging, purpose, and connection across generations. Supporting CBI is my way of investing in a vibrant future while honoring the traditions that shaped me.
Leah Kaufman
CMS
Project highlights
A Strong Jewish Presence
For Northampton now, and into the future
TImeline
2018-2025
Lay leaders identify the need for a renovation of CBI due to a growing community and increasing deferred maintenance. Members are engaged in creating a Master Plan for the Campus and MaryAnn Thompson Architects begins preliminary designs. The Water Building is acquired, creating new possibilities for the CBI Campus. Lay leaders begin a Capital Campaign to raise funds for a renovation.
2025-June 2026
CBI's Building Committee reforms and MaryAnn Thompson Architects works with staff and lay leaders to get to schematic design.
June 2026
Schematic designs are priced by builders and are presented to CBI Members at the Annual Meeting.
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June 2026
Public phase of the capital campaign
July 2027
Construction begins and main building is closed. CBI services and programs, ALMA, Gan Keshet, and staff are relocated. The Farm, Water Building, and LGA will remain. Note: a move plan is in the works and will involve multiple sites in order to meet every programs' needs.
March 2028
Operations return to CBI. Services, programming and schools will return when ready.
