Shalom and welcome,

Thank you so much for being here to celebrate my Bat Mitzvah. This is such a meaningful milestone in my life, and I’m incredibly grateful to be surrounded by family, friends, and community.

As I take on the responsibilities of becoming a Bat Mitzvah, I’ve chosen to support Jewish National Fund-USA through this fundraiser. JNF does amazing work helping build and support communities across Israel — from planting trees and creating parks, to providing aid, education, and security in the face of real challenges.

My heart goes out to all the families affected by the tragedy of October 7th. That day shook the Jewish world, and it reminded me how important it is to come together, support one another, and stand with Israel in both strength and compassion.

Your support today helps bring hope and healing to people who need it most. Thank you for being a part of this, and for helping me mark this moment with purpose and love.

With all my gratitude,
Yonah Cohen