Our Story
From tragedy to legacy
Sholem Benchimol lived in 4 countries before turning 17. His great passion was soccer. His greatest pride: his Jewish identity. He always played wearing his kippah.
The timeline
From an extraordinary life to a global movement
Sholem Benchimol is born into a family that will live in 4 countries.
He grows up with a deep passion for soccer and an unshakable pride in his Jewish identity. He always played wearing his kippah.
Sholem loses his life in a bicycle accident at age 17. His light goes out, but his legacy is only beginning.
The Benchimol family, led by Devora with the unconditional support of the whole family, turns grief into legacy and founds Sholem Corazón Valiente. None of this would have been possible without the family's support.
The documentary "Sholem Soul Goal" premieres — telling Sholem's story and inspiring thousands around the world.
The Sholem Method is born — an ethics and character program for young people through sports and education.
The Leadership Incubator launches — trips and workshops shaping the next generation of Jewish leaders with values, purpose, and a global vision.
The heart of the project
Devora Benchimol and Sholem's Legacy
Behind every great movement there is an unstoppable force. At Sholem Corazón Valiente, that force is Devora Benchimol, a woman who has devoted her entire life to education and to strengthening community life. Her mission, however, took on a transcendent meaning after the loss of her son, Sholem.
Witnessing the profound impact and the light Sholem radiated in his short but extraordinary life, Devora made a brave decision: to turn grief into an engine of global transformation. Through unwavering dedication, she has ensured that this organization not only keeps her son's legacy alive, but turns it into a beacon of Motivation for thousands of young people.
Under her leadership, Sholem's name is no longer just a memory — it has become a living methodology that teaches young people to grow with Sincerity, Humility, and a Brave Heart. Today, Devora doesn't just lead a nonprofit; she leads a movement proving that, with Optimism and Loyalty to our roots, the purpose of one life can multiply in the hands of the next generations.
Empowering the next generation of leaders through Sholem's lessons
We shape changemakers with a brave heart, grounded in seven essential pillars:
Sincerity
Humility
Optimism
Loyalty
Empathy
Motivation
Resilience
To become the global benchmark ecosystem for ethical leadership
"Where Sholem's values become the standard for the leaders who will build a more humane, resilient, and connected world."