News & Updates
27/03/2026: Passover 2026
In honor of Passover, Shivat Zion Chesed Fund provided approximately 120,000 NIS in financial support to families in need. These funds were dedicated to purchasing food and clothing for the holiday, ensuring that every family can celebrate the Festival of Freedom with dignity and joy.
25/03/2026: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: March 2026 Update
Following the outbreak of the war with Iran, 15 battalions stepped up this month with a powerful presence, and the public response was extraordinary. Together, they raised approximately 378,000 NIS. With the matching funds provided by the foundation, the total raised for this month reached 723,000 NIS. 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones.
18/3/2026: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: March 2026 Campaign Launch!
For the tenth time, the Shivat Zion Chesed Fund continues to support our reservists and their families through this unique monthly initiative. This month, 15 battalions—each having served at least 150 days of active reserve duty—are participating. Every donation they raise will be matched, up to 30,000 NIS per battalion! 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones. 📆 The campaign will run from March 18th to the 25th.
1/3/2026: Purim 2026
As we do every year, this Purim we did not forget our heroes on the front lines. We distributed approximately 350 Purim gift baskets (Mishloach Manot) to the 8101st Battalion in the Gaza sector and 400 gift baskets to the 8132nd Battalion in the Hebron sector.
26/2/2026: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: February 2026 Update
This month, 11 battalions participated, raising approximately 280,000 NIS together. Every shekel raised was matched by the fund, bringing this month’s total to approximately 532,500 NIS. 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones.
19/2/2026: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: February 2026 Campaign Launch!
For the second consecutive year and the ninth round overall, the Shivat Zion Chesed Fund continues to support our reservists and their families through this unique monthly initiative. This month, 11 battalions—each having served at least 150 days of active reserve duty—are participating. Every donation they raise will be matched, up to 30,000 NIS per battalion! 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones. 📆 The campaign will run from February 19th to the 26th.
01.01.2026: We are happy to announce the continuation of the "One Heart – Stronger Together" initiative in 2026!
The principle is simple: 💪 You raise the funds – and the Shivat Zion Chesed Foundation matches them! How does it work? 💰 Matching: For every shekel you raise for your battalion, the Foundation will donate an additional shekel (up to a matching ceiling of 30,000 NIS). ✅ Who is eligible? The initiative is open to battalions that have served at least 150 days of active reserve duty since the start of the war. For more details: 🔗 https://givechak.co.il/LevEchad26
31/12/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: December Update
Two battalions participated this month: Battalion 7007 "Har Zion" and Battalion1825 "Arbel". Every shekel raised was matched by the fund, bringing this month's total to approximately 77,000 NIS. 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones.
24/12/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: December Campaign Launch!
For the eighth consecutive month, the Shivat Zion Chesed Fund continues to support our reservists and their families through this unique monthly initiative. This month, two battalions—each having served at least 150 days of active reserve duty—are participating. Every donation they raise will be matched, up to 30,000 NIS per battalion! 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones. 📆 The campaign will run from December 24th to the 31st.
30/11/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: November Update
This month, Battalion 87 took part in the initiative. Every shekel donated was matched by the fund, bringing this month’s total to approximately 39,500 NIS. 📌 These fun
23/11/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: November Campaign Launch!
"One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: November Campaign Launch! For the seventh consecutive month, the Shivat Zion Chesed Fund continues to support our reservists and their families through this unique monthly initiative. This month, two battalions—each having served at least 150 days of active reserve duty—are participating. Every donation they raise will be matched, up to 30,000 NIS per battalion! 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones. 📆 The campaign will run from November 23rd to the 30th.
02/11/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: October Update
This month, three battalions took part: battalions 184 Abirei Lev, battalion 5444 , and battalion 14 Brigade Headquarters. While the battalions did not reach their full target, every shekel donated was matched by the fund, bringing this month’s total to approximately 39,000 NIS. 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones.
23/10/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together": October Campaign Is Live!
The Shivat Zion Trust continues its monthly initiative to support IDF reservists and their families- for the 6th time! . This month, three battalions that have served 150+ reserve days are participating — each eligible for donation matching up to ₪30,000!
01/08/2025: Renovation of the “Gvanim” Resilience Center – Western Binyamin
With Shivat Zion’s support, Western Binyamin now benefits from a newly renovated therapeutic center, offering vital mental health care close to home
30/07/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together" Initiative: July Update
Two battalions participated this month: the battalion 8114 and battalion 9215. Every shekel raised by the battalions was matched, bringing this month's total to 97,400 NIS. 📌 These funds are dedicated to direct family support, welfare programs, and showing appreciation for our soldiers and their loved ones.
23/07/2025: "One Heart – Stronger Together": July Campaign Is Live!
"One Heart – Stronger Together": July Campaign Is Live! The Shivat Zion Trust continues its monthly initiative to support IDF reservists and their families- for the 5th month in a row. This July, two battalions that have served 150+ reserve days are participating — each eligible for donation matching up to ₪30,000! 📌 Funds go directly to supporting families, well-being programs, and appreciation efforts for the soldiers and their loved ones. 📆 Campaign dates: July 23rd–30th. Join and support here: 🔗 https://givechak.co.il/LevEchad
22/05/2025: One Heart – Stronger Together: May Campaign Is Live!
The Shivat Zion Trust continues its monthly initiative to support IDF reservists and their families. This May, seven battalions that have served 150+ reserve days are participating — each eligible for donation matching up to ₪30,000! Funds go directly to supporting families, well-being programs, and appreciation efforts for the soldiers and their loved ones. Campaign dates: May 22–29 Join and support here: https://givechak.co.il/LevEchad
12/05/2025: May Recruitment Window for the “One Heart- Stronger Together" Initiative Opens on the 22nd!
Shivat Tzion Israeli Charity Trust is launching a monthly initiative to support IDF reservists and their families. Donations will be matched up to 30,000 NIS for any battalion that has served at least 150 days. This month, five battalions have already signed up. What about yours? For more details and to join, click here: https://givechak.co.il/LevEchad
30/04/25: We reached the goal in the “One Heart – Stronger Together - April” initiative !
The three battalions that took part in the end-of-April fundraising and matching initiative reached their target and each received a matching bonus of ILS30,000 from the Shivat Zion Israeli Charity Trust! Battalions that haven’t yet participated in the initiative are invited to register.
22/04/25: "One Heart – Stronger Together" April Campaign is Underway
The Shivat Zion Trust is launching a monthly initiative to support reservist soldiers and their families, including donation matching of up to ₪30,000 for each battalion that has served at least 150 days. This month’s participating units: Battalion 466 and Recon Units 5 and 9. For more details and to join the campaign, click here: https://givechak.co.il/LevEchad"
April 21, 2025 – Embracing the Battalions Campaign Update:
67 assistance requests totaling 813,000 ILS have been submitted, with more expected.
21/04/2025: Summary of the "A Good Neighbor – Standing Together" Mini-Campaign – 5785
Ahead of Passover, a mini-campaign was held as part of the "A Good Neighbor – Standing Together" initiative in collaboration with the Shivat Zion Tust. 15 communities participated in the campaign and raised a total of ₪303,310. Thanks to the fund’s matching support, the participating communities will now be able to submit aid requests totaling ₪557,607. The assistance will be directed to families of security forces personnel and families in need within each community, based on predefined criteria. A big thank you to everyone who donated, fundraised, and took part! 🙏 The date for the next campaign will be announced soon – stay tuned and get ready to join!
March 27, 2025: "A Good Neighbor – Standing Together" Campaign Launch
"The campaign has been split into two rounds to expand support for security forces' families and families in need. The first round—a five-day Flash campaign—began on March 27 and will end on March 31 at 21:00. Hurry and double your donation! The next round will take place between Shavuot and the High Holidays. Follow us on social media for updates."
March 19, 2025 – Embracing the Battalions Campaign Update:
32 assistance requests totaling 360,000 ILS have been submitted, with more expected.
March 10, 2025 – "One Heart – Stronger Together" Launch:
A new monthly initiative matching donations up to 30,000 ILS per battalion for reservists and their families. Registration is now open.
March 6, 2025 – "A Good Neighbor – Standing Together" Campaign:
Early registration is open for this Judea & Samaria initiative supporting security personnel's families. Donations are matched up to 30,000 ILS per community.
March 6, 2025 – Embracing the Battalions Campaign Update:
21 assistance requests totaling 175,000 ILS have been submitted, with more expected.
February 7, 2025 – 2024 Soldier Support Impact:
Over 5,000 soldiers benefited from events, personal equipment, and financial aid, totaling 970,000 ILS in support.
February 2, 2025 – Embracing the Battalions Campaign:
50 battalions began submitting requests for soldiers' financial support and morale-boosting events for troops and their families.
January 26, 2025 – Shivat Zion & Shomron Regional Council Partnership:
CEO Baruh Meriin met with Chairman Yossi Dagan to discuss security initiatives, emergency response support, and assistance for soldiers' families and needy residents.
January 18, 2025 – Shivat Zion & Binyamin Regional Council Collaboration:
CEO Baruh Meriin and Chairman Israel Gantz agreed on future joint projects to support families affected by war, including events and outreach efforts.
December 20, 2024 – Successful Fundraising for Security Upgrades:
The "First Responder" campaign raised 2.73 million ILS to strengthen security in 55 townships, funding upgraded alert systems, cameras, drones, and personal protective gear
Fields of Activity
Shivat Zion Chesed Fund
The data is valid as of May 31, 20245
Shivat Zion's Matching Model
Empowering Community Support
Shivat Zion Chesed Fund supports communities with a mutual aid program. Communities that support needy families within the community will receive participation from Shivat Zion to increase the assistance - "Double the impact"
Shivat Zion's Unlocking Potential Model
The Final Stretch is the Toughest
Shivat Zion Chesed Fund invests in many projects using the Unlocking Potential Model. This model empowers communities that have raised substantial funds by providing the final grant needed to complete their projects. This support ensures the project's completion and unlocks its full potential for the community.
Shivat Zion's Ambassadors Model
Trusted Community Partners
Shivat Zion Chesed Fund receives assistance requests through ambassadors who are well-informed and through them, the help arrives in real-time.
Short answers to important questions
The fund is supported by private sector businesspeople in Israel and abroad, as well as by various foundations. Additionally, the fund conducts crowdfunding campaigns, some of which include a donation doubling mechanism.
Yes, donations are recognized for tax purposes in Israel according to Section 46. For more information, visit GuideStar.
You can donate to the Shivat Zion Fund in several ways. For full details, please visit our Donations page.
Eligibility is assessed based on several criteria, aligned with the goals of the association and within the available budget.
The foundation distributes funds through community ambassadors who are familiar with the families in need. Additionally, requests can be submitted through the contact form on the fund's website.
If the project aligns with the goals of the association, a detailed request letter can be sent to the provided email during the first week of the month.
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