Just before Israel marks Memorial Day for its fallen soldiers, 750 members of bereaved families from across the country will gather this coming weekend for a special event organized by the “One Family” foundation.
Hundreds of Parents and Teens
Around 100 young adults will convene in Jerusalem for a weekend of group therapy and personal conversations. A group of 150 bereaved sisters and orphaned daughters from the organization’s youth division will take part in impactful activities. About 500 bereaved parents will gather in Kfar Nahum (Capernaum) for an experience including group sessions, tours of northern Israel, and a performance by singer Moshe Lahav.
Strength and Support
These meetings are held ahead of Memorial Day to provide families with emotional support and strength as they prepare for one of the most difficult days of the year — a day laden with deep emotional weight and mental strain.
A Connection Beyond Words
The upcoming weekend offers bereaved families a chance to pause, take a deep breath, and connect through shared grief. It’s an opportunity to listen to others who understand the pain — without the need to explain.
“When nobody around you understands, it hurts even more,” says Shilo Levi, whose brother Yakir fell in battle at the Pega outpost on October 7. “But here, you don’t need to explain. Everyone feels the same pain, and the atmosphere is supportive — even joyful. A community has formed here, one that quickly becomes a family united by shared fate.”
The One Family organization has been supporting bereaved families and victims of terrorism for 24 years, offering emotional support, financial assistance, and a comprehensive care framework. Since October 7, the organization has expanded its operations and continues to work tirelessly to reach every affected family — providing warmth, love, and care.
“We’ve been marking the Shabbat before Memorial Day together for years,” says Moshe Suvill, CEO of One Family. “This period is packed with emotional triggers, and the pain intensifies. Just before those difficult days, we make sure to give families the emotional fuel they need.”
