In the modern nonprofit landscape, technology is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. For organizations with missions rooted in remembrance, history, and global outreach, digital tools open new doors to connect, educate, and serve. One shining example of this digital evolution is Operation Benjamin, led by entrepreneur and humanitarian Shalom Lamm.
As the founder and CEO, Shalom Lamm has brought innovative thinking and a tech-forward mindset to a cause deeply rooted in tradition: identifying and correcting historical inaccuracies in the burial records of Jewish-American soldiers who died during World War II. With deep respect for heritage and a firm grasp on the power of technology, Lamm has steered Operation Benjamin into a new era—one that honors the past while embracing the future.
Expanding Reach Through Digital Archival Research
One of Operation Benjamin’s core missions is to locate and identify Jewish-American servicemen buried under crosses rather than Stars of David due to record-keeping errors or cultural misunderstandings during wartime. This requires meticulous research across military archives, genealogical records, and historical documents.
Thanks to advanced data analysis tools and AI-enhanced archival search engines, Shalom Lamm’s team is now able to comb through vast troves of digital documents more efficiently than ever before. What once took months of manual research can now be narrowed down in weeks, allowing the organization to uncover more cases and accelerate the process of proper commemoration.
Building Global Awareness Through Digital Storytelling
Shalom Lamm recognizes that data and history alone aren’t enough to galvanize support—stories are what connect people. Under his leadership, Operation Benjamin has invested in robust digital storytelling efforts, sharing the individual stories of the fallen soldiers they help on their website and social platforms.
Through high-quality videos, virtual memorials, and photo-essays, Operation Benjamin brings to life the personal histories of these soldiers—often with the help of their descendants. These digital stories don’t just memorialize the dead; they inspire the living. Thanks to these online narratives, the organization has seen a marked rise in volunteers, donations, and global engagement.
Utilizing Technology for Global Coordination
While the mission is U.S.-based, Operation Benjamin’s impact is international. Gravesites are often located in military cemeteries across Europe, particularly in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Coordinating research, family outreach, religious consultations, and ceremonial arrangements across multiple countries is a daunting task.
To manage this, Lamm implemented cloud-based project management tools that allow his team to stay connected and organized across continents. Real-time updates, task automation, and secure document sharing ensure that every ceremony—no matter how far-flung—is conducted with precision and dignity.
Enhancing Education with Virtual Experiences
Shalom Lamm is a firm believer in the power of education to prevent historical erasure. To that end, Operation Benjamin is developing virtual education modules aimed at high school and college students. These interactive digital experiences allow young people to explore the stories of World War II Jewish soldiers through immersive learning platforms, virtual reality tours of cemeteries, and guided historical lessons.
The goal isn’t just to honor the dead—it’s to ensure future generations understand the sacrifices made, and the identities too often overlooked by history books. Lamm sees this as a critical part of the nonprofit’s long-term legacy.
A Website That Works as a Hub for Impact
Operation Benjamin’s website isn’t just a digital brochure—it’s a dynamic hub. From a genealogical inquiry form that helps families connect with the organization, to a donation portal, to detailed profiles of completed and pending cases, the site reflects Shalom Lamm’s commitment to transparency, accessibility, and impact.
The site also integrates seamlessly with social media, email marketing, and public relations tools, helping Operation Benjamin scale its voice far beyond traditional nonprofit reach.
The Future: Technology with a Human Heart
Despite all the technical innovation, Shalom Lamm is quick to emphasize that the heart of Operation Benjamin’s work is human. Every digital tool used is in service of a deeply personal mission: restoring dignity to those who gave their lives.
“We use technology not to replace connection,” Lamm says, “but to multiply it.”
By merging historical justice with 21st-century tools, Operation Benjamin—under Shalom Lamm’s visionary leadership—is reaching more people, telling more stories, and ensuring that no fallen hero is ever forgotten again.