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Married to Nitzan and mother of 3, Shimrit lives in Pardes-Hanna Karkur. After being a summer Shlicha in Richmond, VA, more than 20 years ago, Shimrit returned to P2G as Programs Coordinator and quicly felt home with friends and family in Israel and in our Jewish communities. Most of the time you can find her hiking or going down from cliffs.

Projects & Programs
2025-2026

Israeli Speakers
Israeli speakers traveling to SE communities to share their personal stories of resilience, loss, and hope. Through intimate conversations and public events, they engage with local audiences to foster understanding, strengthen bonds, and highlight the realities faced by communities in Israel.

Book Club
Readers from Israel, the U.S., and the Czech Republic come together to explore stories, share perspectives, and connect through meaningful discussion. Each book becomes a bridge - opening windows into one another’s cultures, values, and lives, while fostering friendship and understanding across borders.
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