"From beyond the rivers of Ethiopia I will bring My worshippers, the daughter of My dispersed ones and they shall bring My offering." - Zeph. 3:10

Welcome to Project Sheba

Project Sheba is a non-profit organization in Israel, with the specific aim to support and resource the Ethiopian Jewish community of Israel.

Projects include:

Educational seminars and student scholarships
Leadership training and vocational training assistance
Humanitarian aid to needy families
Community work and development of services

The history of the Ethiopian Jews is a unique story of survival and rescue which is unprecedented in history. The story covers more than 2,000 years, with the final discovery of the “lost tribe”, deep in the northern hills of Ethiopia. After two major waves of immigration to Israel in 1984 and 1991, followed by ongoing aliyah (immigration), there are now over 120,000 Ethiopian Jewish citizens in Israel.

Their story in the Land of Promise is one of struggle to assimilate into modern Israeli society. There are some success stories, but many families still live in small, overcrowded conditions with a high level of unemployment or low paying jobs.

Project Sheba recognizes the current needs of the community in Israel, and reaches out with love and practical assistance to those in need. As a non-profit oganization, Project Sheba relies on the donations of individuals and groups from around the world to run projects and support the community.

You too can add your support and make a difference. Contact us, and Project Sheba will link you to the modern day miracle of Ethiopian Jews in Israel.

‘The “Lost Tribe” Returns’
(Traditional paintings by Tzgaye Berihun, used with permission.)

“Do not be afraid, for I am with you. I will bring your children from the east and gather you from the west. I will say to the north, ‘Give them up!’ And to the south, ‘Do not hold them back’.” Isaiah 43:6-7

“You yourself have seen what I did to Egypt, and how I carried you on eagles wings and brought you to myself.” Exodus 19:4