The Koby Mandell Foundation runs therapeutic healing programs for those who have lost a parent, sibling, or child to terror or tragedy in Israel. With the help of professional therapists, participants create a community of survivors fostering an environment of emotional support and long-lasting bonds of friendship. Camp Koby provides bereaved children ages 8 – 18 safe, fun, and therapeutic 10-day overnight summer camps and 2- or 3-day reunion camps throughout the year. Professional therapists use art, drama, music, and other forms of play therapy to give children the opportunity to express their emotions and anxieties concerning their family’s tragedy. Programs are provided free of charge. This year up to 400 campers will attend Camp Koby summer programs.

Nachum Lemkus is the father of Dalia Lemkus, z’l, who was run over and killed by a terrorist in Gush Etzion last November. Dalia lived in Tekoa with her family, and her brother and sister now attend Camp Koby. Known for her Chesed and deep love of Eretz Israel, Dalia was murdered while returning home to Tekoa from her job as an occupational therapist to continue her volunteer work.