בת מצווה ובר מצווה

Your bar or bat mitzvah is more than a celebration, it’s a milestone that marks your growth as a Jewish young adult. As you prepare for your b’nai mitzvah, you have an incredible opportunity to make a difference. Choosing a mitzvah project with Sharsheret is a powerful way to bring tikkun olam (repairing the world) into your celebration while supporting Jewish women and families impacted by breast cancer or ovarian cancer.


Why Choose Sharsheret for Your Mitzvah Project

When you partner with Sharsheret, your project supports women and families through education, peer support, and critical resources. And through these projects, b’nai mitzvah have the opportunity to explore the Jewish idea of gamilut chasidim (giving to others with love and kindness), which is one of the core components of becoming a Jewish young adult and fully entering the Jewish community, through three central Jewish values:

This Year’s B’nai Mitzvah

  • Emily Andoian

    Emily Andoian

    My name is Emily Andoian. I am a seventh grader in Cherry Hill, NJ. I enjoy theater, choir, dance and being on student council. My…

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  • Lilia Bloomberg

    Lilia Bloomberg

    Hi, my name is Lilia Bloomberg and I am turning 13 in June. I love ballet and have been doing it for almost 11 years!…

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  • Ivy Chess

    Ivy Chess

    “We are so proud of Ivy for choosing this Bat Mitzvah project! Not only is it meaningful to our family but it just shows us…

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  • Ellie Crane

    Ellie Crane

    “Watching Ellie make these bracelets has made us so proud of her. She has spent many hours beading to help bring a smile to someone…

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  • Danya Desser

    Danya Desser

    “I’m excited to become a Bat Mitzvah, and I wanted to celebrate by helping others. I’m supporting Sharsheret, an amazing organization that helps people going…

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  • Brooke Fox

    Brooke Fox

    Hi, I’m Brooke. I like to play softball and dance. For my bat mitzvah project, I chose to work with Sharsheret because it’s an amazing…

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  • Ella M. Goldberg

    Ella M. Goldberg

    Hello! My name is Ella Marie Goldberg. I’m in 7th grade, and I love theatre, singing, dancing, fangirling, K-pop, and music. Cancer has affected so…

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  • Leah Greenbaum

    Leah Greenbaum

    “I feel great knowing that kids will enjoy opening their Busy Boxes while their family is going through a challenging time.”

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  • Haley Hanfling

    Haley Hanfling

    “I did this project because I feel passionate about making people’s lives better, especially during challenging times, and this project was a great way to…

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  • Maya and Isabel Horinko

    Maya and Isabel Horinko

    Hi friends and family, we are working with Sharsheret for our Bat Mitzvah project, specifically making care kits for cancer patients that we will deliver…

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  • Sarah Esther Juceam

    Sarah Esther Juceam

    My name is Sarah Esther Juceam, and I’m a middle school student from Port Washington, New York. For my Mitzvah Project, I decided to partner…

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  • Orly Langman

    Orly Langman

    “I hope that my bat mitzvah project will help people feel cared for and beautiful during a hard moment in their lives.”

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  • Audrey Levy

    Audrey Levy

    “Giving is just as great as receiving!”

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  • Hannah Mandell

    Hannah Mandell

    “You are uplifting people’s spirits who are going through tough times.”

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  • Sadie Melniker

    Sadie Melniker

    “We love watching our daughter practice empathy by thinking about other people, especially people who are struggling and need extra support. May she always be…

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  • Leah Meyersdorf

    Leah Meyersdorf

    Hi, my name is Leah Meyersdorf I am a 7th grader at RYNJ . For the past few years, I’ve really loved makeup and skincare.…

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  • Inna Penek

    Inna Penek

    “My daughter loved the toys and books that have arrived in her Busy Box and we felt empowered to have a conversation with her about…

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  • Daniella Safran

    Daniella Safran

    Hi! My name is Daniella Safran. I’m in 6th grade in Yeshivat Noam and I’m preparing for my Bat Mitzvah in February. In my free…

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  • Mattie Shpritz

    Mattie Shpritz

    “Knowing that I could help people facing a hard time in their lives was really important to me.”

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  • Leila Ahava Sooferi

    Leila Ahava Sooferi

    “The Sharsheret B’nai Mitzvah project is very meaningful to me because I want Leila to grow into a responsible, well-rounded, and caring young adult. I…

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  • Jordyn Spitz

    Jordyn Spitz

    “We are proud that Jordyn is reflective and motivated to help other children cope and stay positive during this tough stage in their life. We…

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What You’ll Receive as a Sharsheret B’nai Mitzvah Partner

When you choose Sharsheret for your mitzvah project, you’ll receive:

  • Recognition on our website and social media
  • Educational materials and giveaways to share
  • The opportunity to write a blog post sharing your project for our website and social media platforms
  • A special b’nai mitzvah thank you and recognition package
  • Ongoing support and guidance throughout your project

How to Plan Your Mitzvah Project

Here’s a simple approach to choosing a project you’ll love:

  1. Find what excites you: This is about your hobbies or causes that matter to you.
  2. Set clear goals: Decide how you’ll raise awareness, funds, or supplies.
  3. Involve others: Invite friends, classmates, or your community to participate.
  4. Be creative: Make it your own! Combine your talents with a meaningful cause.
  5. Reflect on your impact: After your project, share what you learned and how it felt to give back.

B’nai Mitzvah Program Ideas

We’ll help you create a project that reflects your personality, passions, and Jewish values. Whether you love baking, sports, art, or community service, there’s a meaningful way to make a difference with Sharsheret. We’ll work with you one-on-one to create a personalized mitzvah project that reflects your interests and values, rooted in the Jewish principles of tikkun olam ו chessed.

A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
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A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.
A loaf of braided bread with a glossy brown crust topped with white sesame seeds, shown on a plain white background—perfect inspiration for bat mitzvah project ideas centered around baking and sharing homemade challah.

B’nai Mitzvah in the News!

With Sharsheret, local bat mitzvah raises breast cancer awareness