News & Updates
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 Israeli Charity
The data is valid as of December 31, 2024
Shivat Zion's Matching Model
Empowering Community Support
Shivat Zion Trust 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 Trust 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 Trust 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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