Shevet Shemesh

05/21/2026

https://bit.ly/ShemeshKaravanTzofim2026

04/22/2026

Dear Community

Last night’s Yom HaZikaron ceremony was a powerful and deeply meaningful moment for our community. We came together to remember, to honor, and to stand united in reflection and respect.

A heartfelt thank you to Shevet Shemesh for leading and organizing this important event, under the dedicated leadership of Liat Ashkenazi, Ayelet Shina Wandrove, Aviv Melman (Merakez), Enav Drori, Yana Ayash, Carmit Levi, Sharone Cohen, and Ayal Gabai (Rosh Shevet). Your commitment, care, and attention to every detail made this ceremony truly special.

We are deeply grateful to Congregation Beth Israel of AZ for hosting us in your beautiful facility, for your generosity, and for being so accommodating to all of our needs throughout the evening.

Special thanks as well to our partners and supporting organizations: Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix, Congregation Beth Tefillah, Jewish National Fund - USA, Valley of The Sun J & Event Smart Productions. Your support helps make moments like this possible.

A sincere appreciation to all of our performers who gave their time, voice, and heart to the evening: Shevet Shemesh, Sharone Cohen, Rabbi Pinchas Alush, Dan & Yonathan Ayash, Menny & Ben Melman, Itay Ashkenazi, Julia and Emily Pertovsky, Liran Kovlov, Shlomo Vininger, Rotem Malka, Israel Alush, Kantor Noa and Shai Shashua, Gaya Glogao, Erez Kesler, Rabbi Shneor, Anat Shaw, and Moshe Bukshpein.

And most importantly, thank you to our community. Your presence, your silence, your tears, and your strength made this ceremony what it was. We are grateful to have shared this space with you. Feel free to follow https://bit.ly/2026YomHaZikaronPics for the pictures and videos we captured during the event (The full video clip will be available in the next 2 weeks on the Shevet YouTube channel)

If you would like to support Shevet Shemesh and help us continue creating meaningful programs like this, you can donate here:
https://bit.ly/donatetoshevetshemesh
Every contribution makes a difference.

Thank you all for standing with us in remembrance and unity.

Toda,
Va'ad Shevet Shemesh

04/14/2026

Dear Community,

Due to the high demand and overwhelming interest in attending the Yom HaZikaron ceremony, we have decided to move the event to a larger venue and open additional tickets for more participants.

If you have already purchased a ticket, there is no need to register again. Your spot is secured in the system. Please just make sure to arrive at the correct location (new location will be emailed to the email with which you registered).

If you have not yet purchased a ticket, we encourage you to do so as soon as possible and reserve your place at this important and meaningful ceremony using the link below: https://bit.ly/ShemeshYomHaZikaron2026

*We would also greatly appreciate your support through a modest donation to help cover the costs of the ceremony: https://bit.ly/donatetoshevetshemesh 🙏*

Thank you,
Va'ad Shemesh

Shevet Shemesh
Congregation Beth Israel of AZ
Valley of The Sun J
Hanhagat Tzabar - הנהגת צבר
Congregation Beth Tefillah
Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix
Jewish National Fund - USA
Pardes Jewish Day School
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1989096978611625

04/14/2026

קהילה יקרה,

לאור הביקוש הרב להשתתפות בטקס יום הזיכרון וההיענות הרבה, הוחלט לשנות את מיקום הטקס ולאפשר לפתוח אותו לעוד כרטיסים נוספים.

במידה וכבר רכשתם כרטיס אין צורך ברכישה חוזרת, אתם שמורים במערכת רק וודאו להגיע למיקום הנכון (יישלח באימייל לכתובת שאיתה נרשמתם)
מי שלא רכש כרטיסים, מהרו לרכוש ולשריין השתתפותכם בטקס החשוב והמכבד בלינק הבא:

https://bit.ly/ShemeshYomHaZikaron2026

נשמח לתמיכתכם בתרומה צנועה לסיוע בכיסוי עלויות הטקס: https://bit.ly/donatetoshevetshemesh 🙏

תודה מראש,
וועד שמש

Shevet Shemesh
Congregation Beth Israel of AZ
Valley of The Sun J
Hanhagat Tzabar - הנהגת צבר
Congregation Beth Tefillah
Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix
Jewish National Fund - USA
Pardes Jewish Day School
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1989096978611625

04/06/2026

Please join us as we come together to honor the memory of the fallen and the Lone Soldiers who have given everything. This is a solemn evening of reflection and community that you won't want to miss. We are currently finalizing the full program and registration details. Stay tuned - we will be sharing the official flyer and all the important information you need in the next week or so.

We look forward to standing together in remembrance. 🇮🇱

04/01/2026

בוקר טוב ☀️
מאחלים לכל משפחת שבט שמש חג פסח כשר ושמח מהמדבר הלוהט! 🌵

שתהיה לכולנו יציאה אמיתית לחירות, הרבה זמן איכות משפחתי וים של אנרגיה 🥳

חג חירות שמח לכולם!

03/12/2026

שמרו את התאריך

טקס יום הזיכרון לחללי מערכות ישראל ונפגעי פעולות האיבה
יום שני, 20 באפריל 2026

פרטים נוספים על המיקום והתוכנית יפורסמו בקרוב.
נשמח שתצטרפו אלינו לערב של זיכרון, כבוד ואחדות

Save the Date

Yom HaZikaron Memorial Ceremony in Arizona
Honoring Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

Monday, April 20, 2026

More details about the location and program will be shared soon.
Please mark your calendar and join the community for an evening of remembrance, honor, and unity

11/23/2025

Pesti-Shemesh 2025-26 🥳 was amazing, with plenty of Tanach Stories, great dance moves and overall an EPIC VIBE - you are ALL winners in our hearts 💛🧡💚 Shevet Shemesh☀️ Arizona⚜

10/22/2025

A huge thank you to Susan and Lee for your generous donation to Shevet Shemesh! Your support helps our community grow stronger and continue creating meaningful experiences for our 🇮🇱youth 💚💛🧡 Toda

10/08/2025

Hello Everyone,

ORT America, in partnership with the Valley of the Sun JCC and other local programs (including a Shevet Shemesh Peula on Nov. 9), is hosting 10–12 Israeli teens deeply affected by the events of October 7*.

This respite trip, running November 2–16 , is designed to bring these young survivors comfort, connection, and healing through meaningful community experiences.

We’re currently seeking host families. Most days, the teens will take part in activities at the JCC ; host families will simply *drop them off in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon before dinner.

Your participation can make a genuine difference in helping these teens feel supported and welcomed during their time here 🙏🏼

All details and sign-up form can be found here: https://bit.ly/HostingOct7SurvivorTeens2025

Thank you for your kindness and support,
Va’ad Shemesh

From November 2-16, 2025, 12 Israeli teens will be coming to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area to participate in a Journey to Renewal respite trip with World ORT and ORT America. This program provides essential respite and psychological healing to the most vulnerable youth in Israel—those who are &...