We Love Our IDF Volunteers

Earlier this week a group of energetic and kind volunteers from the nearby Israel Defense Forces Army Base, Ir Habadim visited the Dimona Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchen to help out and show their support. Thanks for coming! We are all looking forward to your next visit!

Ashley Waxman Inspirational Visit to Sderot

Blogger and lifestyle expert, Ashley Waxman, wowed teens at our Nir Am Youth Center in Sderot. The packed room was inspired by her discussion about important topics concerning self-image, confidence, being mindful of content on the internet. The teens at Nir Am were captivated. We are so appreciative to Ashley Waxman. Thanks for your motivational visit […]

Afternoon at the Pool

It is hot outside! Teens, from the Neviim Youth Center, cooled off poolside, enjoying an afternoon swimming, eating and bonding, at the Ben Shemen Village pool.  

Dog Days of Summer

It is hot in Sderot, Israel! After sunset, our teens were able to enjoy each others company, during a cooking workshop followed by dinner.

Drama in Sderot

“All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players” – William Shakespeare Young adults, stepped onto the stage, during an improv and theater workshop, last week at our Ben Gurion Youth Center in Sderot. After discussing the multiple uses for humor, in both everyday situations and in times of great stress, […]

Sderot Teens -Hit the Road

Teens participants from the Sderot Youth Center in Ben Gurion experienced a fun adventure at the motor track. These teens are on the verge of obtaining driver licenses so the fun was combined with integrated lessons on safe driving, road safety, bike safety, and pedestrian safety by Daniel, the branch coordinator. Some parents are planning […]

Animals That Soothe the Soul

Aside from being adorable, the human bond with an animal is a powerful one. Quite simply, we love being around animals and they love being around us. But why? Science has a few answers to this long-term interspecies friendship. As the Mayo-Clinic explains, “Animal-assisted therapy can significantly reduce pain, anxiety, depression, and fatigue in people […]

IDF Volunteers in Dimona

Our Dimona Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchen proudly hosted a group of IDF volunteers, last week. Thanks so much for all your help! Visit us again – You bring so much spirit and joy to everyone!

Summer Rafting Trip

Young adults from our Neviim, one of our Sderot Youth Centers enjoyed a trip up to the north of Israel. Filled with lots of activities and bonding, they had a blast! We are so proud of our youth! The restaurant owner who hosted them mentioned it was the first time a group came through where […]

Meir Panim Volunteers

“It was a pleasure to take even a small part in such an important endeavor and show our children the importance of helping others.” – Barbie and Ira Taub Cleveland, Ohio