MI KEMACHA YISROEL: Monsey Teen’s “Tefillin App” Celebrates 100,000 Tefillin Milestone With Inspiring Event
Monsey Scoop • • technology
Key Points:
- Monsey resident Ushi Hess celebrated the one-year anniversary of his “Tefillin App,” which has recorded over 100,000 instances of boys putting on Tefillin, aiming to encourage daily practice among youth.
- The app offers personalized reminders and a daily raffle, previously awarding $50 to users who mark that they wrapped Tefillin, helping motivate consistency and inspiration.
- At the anniversary event, featuring musical performances and speeches, philanthropist Reb Shlome Feder announced doubling the daily raffle prize to $100 to further incentivize participation.
- The celebration highlighted the mitzvah of Tefillin, sharing emotional stories and fostering a sense of community and commitment among attendees.
- Boys interested in joining the app can sign up to receive daily reminders, inspiration, and enter the increased $100 daily raffle by marking their Tefillin wrapping.
