Hope is what we do.

Our Mission: to raise awareness and support to educate creative leaders in Palestine.

Our Vision: for the people of Palestine to have life in abundance.

15th Anniversary Gala

Join us in celebrating 15 years of raising creative leaders and growing hope in Palestine!

Funds raised will directly support the work of Bright Stars of Bethlehem and its initiatives as it promotes peace and justice in Palestine through education in the arts and culture and outreach programs for youth, families and older adults, as well as public advocacy for basic human rights.

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Your investment ensures that Palestinians have abundant life.

We are a U.S.-based non-profit that provides funding and support to promote peace and justice in Palestine through education in the arts and culture and outreach programs for youth, families and older adults, as well as advocacy for basic human rights.

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“Our aim is that our people, who admire stars, will dare to look up and dream…”

Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb, co-founder

Founded in 2004, Bright Stars of Bethlehem is a non-profit organization that provides funding and support to educational and cultural initiatives through Dar al-Kalima University of Arts and Culture, Diyar Academy for Youth, and Ajyal Senior Care Center.

Bright Stars of Bethlehem is dedicated to supporting the educational, medical, professional and spiritual development.

We are a U.S.A. based funding partner to a school in Palestine.

In a country with limited natural resources, Palestine’s human resources are its most valuable capital. Through a comprehensive system of human resource development that reflects Palestine’s emerging needs, equips its students with vital skills for the 21st-century job market.

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Supporting Programs

As with many successful outreach programs, people need safe places to gather. One of the many areas of work for Bright Stars of Bethlehem is providing funding and support to educational and cultural initiatives through Dar al-Kalima University of Arts and Culture and its partner programs for youth, families and older adults. Creating safe spaces for people of all ages to learn, grow and build a better tomorrow.

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Children & Youth

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Why invest in Palestinian lives?

47%

of the population are youth

50% of these youth

suffer from Emotional Disorders as a Result of Chronic Exposure to Trauma & Violence

adults over 60

do not have access to healthcare

57%

of Palestinian young adults are unemployed

Education, the path to a bright future.

“Dar al-Kalima has made it possible to make my ideas a reality.” -Rana

Meet Rana, a film student at Dar al-Kalima, who started the university’s film club, which has grown to be a resource for the entire community.

“We train students to be the next generation of creative leaders in Palestine.” -Chef Bassem

Meet Chef Bassem, lover of Palestinian produce and mentor to the next generation of Palestinian chefs and culinary leaders!

Impact Stats

Thanks to the investment of our donors. Yet, there is an opportunity to impact many more lives! Will you join us?

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90%

of Dar al-Kalima graduates are employed in their fields

over 60,000

Palestinian lives impacted each year

1800 children

have regular access to arts and sports activities

150 older adults

receive healthcare and participate in weekly community activities

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June 20, 2019

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Dar al-Kalima grad receives award at Cannes Film Festival!

May 24, 2019

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