CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS AND ISRAEL LOVERS
Share the moments that captured your heart. Submit your favorite photos from trips to Israel and help us tell the story of Israel @78 through the eyes of our community.
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Celebrate Israeli Independence Day, Yom Ha’atzmaut!
Yom Ha’atzmaut is a time to honor the vibrant spirit, culture, and resilience of Israel and to celebrate the connection we share as a community.
Israel @ 78 shines a light on the Israeli spirit that continues to inspire pride and hope. This is a moment to lift our hearts, dance, laugh, and come together in celebration. Let’s mark this milestone with joy, unity, and community spirit!
Wednesday, April 22
5-7:30pm
Ina Levine Jewish
Community Campus
Free Admission
Celebrate. Together.
Israel @ 78 is an Israel-infused pop-up community festival, including:
- Yom Ha’atzmaut Ceremony & Torch Lighter Awards
- Live DJ
- Shuk (Market)
- Carnival Rides
- Non-Profit Community Corner
- Adults-Only Beverage Tastings
- Food Trucks
Nominate a Leader for the 2026 Torch Lighter Award
The Torch Lighter Award recognizes local leaders committed to Israel who foster understanding and empathy by promoting education, unity, and hope through dialogue and conversation for diverse perspectives.
This year, we’re introducing the Teen Torch Lighter Award to honor local leaders under 18. Use the form below to nominate a teen or adult leader. Award recipients will be announced at the Community Yom Ha’Atzmaut Celebration on April 22.
Do you have the strategy, the speed, and the “luck of the dice” to be crowned the community champion?
As part of our Israel @78 Community Celebration, we are hosting the ultimate Sheshbesh tournament. This is your chance to go head-to-head with the neighborhood’s best players and claim your spot in community history.
The winner won’t just walk away with bragging rights, the champion will take home a premium, handcrafted Sheshbesh set to keep the game going at home!
Space at the boards is strictly limited to ensure a smooth bracket.
Register Here
What is Israel Independence Day?
Israel Independence Day, or Yom Ha’atzmuat, is a celebration of the reforming of Israel after almost 2000 years since the exile of the Jewish people from the land.
For many people, it is more than just a holiday, but a celebration of resilience, freedom, and fulfillment of long-awaited dreams.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
- Logo included on event website and promotional materials
- Dedicated signage at event
- Logo included on general signage at event
- And more!
Shomrim (Guardians)
- Logo included on event website and promotional materials
- Logo included on general signage at event
- Logo included on the event t-shirt
Mekadmim (Advancers)
- Logo included on event website and promotional materials
- Logo included on general signage at event
Chaverim (Friends)
- Logo included on event website and promotional materials
Non-Profit Partner
- Organization name listed on event website
- Tabling opportunity
Our Sponsors
A very special thank you to our sponsors of Israel @77. Without their support, none of this would be possible.
Entertainment Sponsor
Pre-K Academy
Carnival Game Sponsor
Jewish National Fund
Carnival Ride Sponsor
Congregation Beth Israel
Congregation Or Tzion
Temple Kol Ami
Beverage Sponsor
Desert View Animal Hospital
Food Truck Sponsor
Elaine and Joel Bernick
Shuk Participants
Beachwood Drive
Bread Board Boutique
Care Collars
Luba’s Sweets
Making Impressions LLC
Morah Ora Products
Planet Heart
Samz Sweetz
Turquoise Legend
Non-Profit Promotional Partner
Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley
Camp Daisy and Harry Stein
Camp Chanen and Camp 56
Children’s Entrepreneur Market
Gesher Disability Resources
Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival
Hadassah Valley of the Sun
Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Phoenix
Jewish Free Loan
Jewish Tuition Organization
Pardes Jewish Day School
Phoenix Holocaust Association
Temple Chai
Temple Kol Ami
Photo Booth Provided by Snapshot! Photo Booth
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