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Welcoming the Alexandroni Brigade Ahead of Tisha B’Av
Just before Tisha B’Av, we had the distinct privilege of hosting the Alexandroni Brigade, a dedicated IDF reservist unit. Their presence brought a deep sense of honor and reflection to our community as we prepared for this solemn time in the Jewish calendar. Standing together with those who actively defend our homeland gave added depth to the day’s themes of resilience, unity, and hope for a more peaceful future.
Excited to share
We originally set an ambitious goal of 400k and at one point thought we would not get there. We have kept the page open and am excited to share that we hit our bonus goal of 500k. This is all down to our ambassadors who have done so much for BB and contributed to all the healing that is going on.
Healing Through Clay
Beit Binyamin is proud to launch Healing Through Clay, a unique partnership blending art, tradition, and emotional healing—made possible through the generosity of Abbie Greenberg and Feeling Centered Ceramics in Jerusalem. This initiative is just one of several powerful healing experiences we offer. We invite you to explore and sponsor opportunities like therapeutic spa treatments, music gatherings, family tours, and drama therapy—each one bringing healing to life in a deeply meaningful way.
Because They Serve Too: A Tribute to Our Miluim Wives
15 incredible wives from the Golan — whose husbands serve tirelessly in the Alexandroni Brigade — were given exactly what they needed, thanks to the care and vision of Beit Binyamin. After more than 300 days of Miluim, these strong women finally had a chance to breathe, recharge, and feel seen. From a soulful ceramic workshop and rejuvenating spa treatments to a delicious catered dinner, a moving kumzits and chizuk session with Rabbanit Tova Eliyahu, and a pampering breakfast at Bella’s Café — every detail was designed to nurture their bodies, hearts, and souls. Beit Binyamin reminded them that they are never alone.
Moving & Unforgettable
This week at Beit Binyamin, we partnered with Navah to host a group of incredible fathers whose children were killed in Gaza or at the Nova festival. Through therapeutic sessions and uplifting experiences, we created a space for healing, reflection, and connection. Their strength and vulnerability were deeply moving — it was a true privilege to walk alongside them, even briefly, on their journey through unimaginable loss.
Sukkot at Beit Binyamin
Over Sukkot, Beit Binyamin welcomed a diverse group of visitors who brought warmth and joy to the campus. The highlight was the uplifting minyanim held in the newly built Sukkah, dedicated by Congregation Beth Abraham, with the Sefer Torah dedicated in memory of Binyamin Meir Airley HY”D
Week in Review: Families, Stories, and the Heart of Beit Binyamin
This week at Beit Binyamin, we welcomed families whose quiet heroism often goes unseen. Within our walls, moments of rest, laughter, and renewal became part of their healing journey. To truly appreciate the impact of these visits, we invite you to read this week’s review and watch the video — a glimpse into the lives you are helping us support.
Visiting Summer Groups
This summer, Beit Binyamin welcomed inspiring groups including the Forum for Jewish Leadership, Mach Hach Ba’Aretz, and TJJ for Moms and Dads. Through meaningful visits filled with learning and connection, we shared our mission of resilience and the unbreakable spirit of Am Yisrael — planting seeds of hope and healing for generations to come.
Beit Binyamin Hosts Bereaved Families
This week, Beit Binyamin welcomed the Eliyahu and Rotenberg families, offering warmth, care, and therapeutic support as part of its work supporting bereaved families. The visit brought comfort, renewal, and strength—honoring the enduring legacies of Noam Elimelech Rotenberg, HY’D, and Yosef Yehuda Hirak, HY’D.
Welcoming the Alexandroni Brigade Ahead of Tisha B’Av
Just before Tisha B’Av, we had the distinct privilege of hosting the Alexandroni Brigade, a dedicated IDF reservist unit. Their presence brought a deep sense of honor and reflection to our community as we prepared for this solemn time in the Jewish calendar. Standing together with those who actively defend our homeland gave added depth to the day’s themes of resilience, unity, and hope for a more peaceful future.
Excited to share
We originally set an ambitious goal of 400k and at one point thought we would not get there. We have kept the page open and am excited to share that we hit our bonus goal of 500k. This is all down to our ambassadors who have done so much for BB and contributed to all the healing that is going on.
Binyamin
Airley HY”D
Binyamin Airley HY”D
Binyamin was a natural, inspirational leader. He always pushed forward to do what was needed and live fully to sanctify Hashem’s name.
Yet with all his charisma and leadership skills, he was a very modest, spiritual young man. He was very particular about the mitzvah of honoring parents, shunned material possessions and was careful not to speak badly about anyone. He loved Torah, loved Israel, and often volunteered on a farm, working as a shepherd and guarding the area.
Tzfat was Binyamin’s spiritual home where he came to recharge his infectious spiritual energy.
Binyamin was killed in action in Gaza, during the “Swords of Iron” War in November 2023. He was 21 years old when he made the ultimate sacrifice.
For us all.
Healing the Nation
Beit Binyamin
Beit Binyamin
Beit Binyamin is a beautiful retreat center in the heart of the holy city of Tzfat, named to perpetuate the memory of Binyamin Airley z”l. It offers respite, relaxation and recovery to combat soldiers, bereaved and displaced families, and anyone suffering from the traumatic effects of the war.
The building itself has been tastefully and lovingly refurbished, with a warm and friendly ambience and providing an opportunity for soldiers and others to take a timeout and rejuvenate – physically, spiritually, emotionally.
Beit Binyamin will offer professional programming, wholesome food, spacious, comfortable rooms and of course the natural, soothing beauty of Tzfat’s gorgeous green landscape.
And just as Binyamin was a magnet for all Jews, so too will Beit Binyamin welcome Jews of all types and levels of observance. Indeed, this is not just a family project.
It’s a national healing project.
Beit Binyamin. Healing Am Yisrael. One retreat at a time.
Care, Comfort & Compassion
Jen Airley
Jen Airley
Jen, with her husband Rob and family made Aliyah from NY to Ramat bet Shemesh in 2006.
As an exercise physiologist by degree, she generally spends her days seeing clients, instructing exercise classes to women of all ages including the blind and deaf populations, mountain biking instructor to teens and EMT volunteer with MDA.
The Airley family’s lives have forever been changed and charged when the Ribono Shel Olam took their Binyamin to be with Him on ה’ כסלו, November 18th.
Since then, Jen has been traveling, sharing their family’s passionate love for Eretz Yisrael, Am Yisrael and Torat Eretz Yisrael. Together they also founded Beit Binyamin, a retreat center in Tzfat, aiming to give respite, recovery and rejuvenation to those directly affected by the war.
