Garin Tzabar

Aliyah Program- Supporting Lone Soldiers
Since 1991

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WHAT WE DO

Tzofim Garin Tzabar was founded in 1991 and is the best solution existing today for young Jewish adults who make Aliyah, wish to make Israel their home, and serve a meaningful service in the IDF as Lone Soldiers.

Tzofim Garin Tzabar is the only program that provides a 360° support system and framework for those who wish to join the IDF as lone soldiers prior to moving to Israel and joining the army, during and after their army service including:

Full board Accommodation
Assistance with Israel civil services and IDF bureaucracy
Integration to Israeli society
Building a family within a Host Community in Israel
Crafting a new Garin family – A Family For Life

The Process

APPLY
PREPARATIONS SEMINARS
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
ABSORPTION PERIOD
ARMY SERVICE
ALUMNI NETWORK

WHY GARIN TZABAR

Benefits for You

Tzofim Garin Tzabar is the only program that provides a 360° support system for those who wish to make Aliyah and join the IDF as lone soldiers

Assistance in Aliyah
Throughout the Aliyah process, Garin Tzabar provides assistance with Israel civil services and bureaucracy, and works in cooperation with many institutions, including governmental institutes such as Ministry of Absorption, Bituach Leumi and the IDF - making the processes of making Aliyah and joining the IDF easier than ever before.
IDF Military Service
Prior to drafting, Garin Tzabar guarantees a streamlined and expedited enlistment process for Tzabarnikim by offering assistance and support in the enlistment bureaucracy. Upon recruitment in the IDF, the Garin Tzabar program continues to be a warm and supportive home for the Garin members, who continue to enjoy the benefits of the program - including full board and basic accommodations - food, laundry, utilities etc, and more.
Financial Support
Garin Tzabar provides financial support prior to and during the IDF Service, including accommodation on a full board basis including room and board, and basic necessities: food, laundry, utilities, and more. We also ensure our Garin Tzabar soldiers are familiar with their lone soldier benefits.
Guidance and Support
In Garin Tzabar you are never alone! From your staff and coordinators to a host family on the Kibbutz, you are always surrounded by a team of incredible individuals who are always available to help. The Garin Tzabar journey establishes lifelong friendships and support systems which provides a family away from home - family for life.

OVER 7,000Proud Alumni Participants
OVER 400Participants Join per Year
OVER 40Different army units contain our soldiers
40%of the women in Garin Tzabar with combat medical profiles serve in combat positions
89%of the men in Garin Tzabar with combat medical profile serve in combat positions
1,200currently serving lone soldiers of Garin Tzabar

Seasonal Sessions

Garin Tzabar provides participants with flexibility by offering both Winter and Summer sessions, allowing them to choose the timeframe that best aligns with their schedules and preferences as they embark on their new journey.

SUMMER SESSION

SUMMER SESSION
Preparation Process
January-June
Absorption Period
August-November
Enlistment
November-December

SUMMER SESSION

WINTER SESSION

WINTER SESSION
Preparation Process
September-November
Absorption Period
December-March
Enlistment
March-April

WINTER SESSION

Preparation Process

Where the adventure begins!

Tzofim Garin Tzabar Seminars are held all over the world – choose your location for further information.

If you are currently applying from Israel, your preparation process begins in Israel.

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YOUR DONATION
MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

Support Our Lone Soldiers in Israel

Lone Soldiers leave their homes and families to protect Israel and ensure its security. We are committed to ensuring they are not alone. Tzofim Garin Tzabar – A Family For Life!

100% of your donation will go to Israel and provide housing, financial assistance, mental support, and well-being for our Lone Soldiers.

Garin Tzabar

WHAT WE DO

The Process

APPLYPREPARATIONS SEMINARSBEGIN YOUR JOURNEYABSORPTION PERIODARMY SERVICEALUMNI NETWORK

WHY GARIN TZABAR

Benefits for You

Assistance in Aliyah

IDF Military Service

Financial Support

Guidance and Support

OVER 7,000

OVER 400

OVER 40

40%

89%

1,200

Seasonal Sessions

SUMMER SESSION

SUMMER SESSION

WINTER SESSION

WINTER SESSION

Preparation Process

Where the adventure begins!

Are you ready to go?

YOUR DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

Support Our Lone Soldiers in Israel

APPLY
PREPARATIONS SEMINARS
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
ABSORPTION PERIOD
ARMY SERVICE
ALUMNI NETWORK

Seasonal Sessions

YOUR DONATION
MAKES A DIFFERENCE!