Garin Tzabar

Aliyah Program
Supporting Lone Soldiers Since 1991

We are an Aliyah program for young adults who have chosen to make Aliyah and build their future in Israel. Following this decision, they choose to serve in the IDF as part of their journey in accordance with Israeli law, and we offer comprehensive support every step of the way.

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WHAT WE DO

Tzofim Garin Tzabar, established in 1991, offers the most comprehensive solution for young Jewish adults seeking to make Aliyah, build a life in Israel, and serve a meaningful service in the IDF as Lone Soldiers.

It’s the only program that provides 360° support, from pre-Aliyah preparations to moving to Israel, settling in, serving in the IDF, and beyond. This includes:

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

Garin Tzabar is part of Tzofim Olami, the global organisation of the Israeli Scouts movement.

The Process

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

WHY GARIN TZABAR

Benefits for You

Our program offers support and benefits at every step, ensuring your journey is smoother and allowing you to make the most of your experience.

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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Students Garin, Summer 2023</p><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script></hgroup><q class="block f1">When I first saw Kibbutz Ramat Yohahan I couldn’t believe how amazing the kibbutz was, and even more importantly how amazing the people are. My Garin and my Kibbutz give me support throughout the most meaningful journey of my life and I truly could not imagine being a lone soldier without them.</q></blockquote><figure class="soldier rel"><div class="bg" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1500" data-aos-delay="900"></div><img src="/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-9.png" alt="Soldier" class="rel" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1200" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-once="true" /></figure></div><div class="slide"><blockquote class="quote l rel full" data-aos="fade-right" data-aos-duration="3000" data-aos-delay="900" data-aos-once="true"><hgroup><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><h4 class="h4 fw9">Gabby</h4><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><p class="f1">Kibbutz Ein Tzurim. Religious Garin, Summer 2023</p><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script></hgroup><q class="block f1">There is no better program for a lone soldier to draft through than Garin Tzabar. I am so grateful for the community, support, and best friends that Garin Tzabar has gifted me with.</q></blockquote><figure class="soldier rel"><div class="bg" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1500" data-aos-delay="900"></div><img src="/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/simage-8.png" alt="Soldier" class="rel" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1200" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-once="true" /></figure></div><div class="slide"><blockquote class="quote l rel full" data-aos="fade-right" data-aos-duration="3000" data-aos-delay="900" data-aos-once="true"><hgroup><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><h4 class="h4 fw9">Ari</h4><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><p class="f1">Kfar Tzabar Ra’anana Village, Garin Mechinot Summer 2022</p><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script></hgroup><q class="block f1">As alluring as it sounds, many true challenges lie in the decision to make aliyah and enlist in the IDF as a lone soldier. Garin Tzabar has provided me and my friends with the framework to approach this great service that would have been missing otherwise. Ra’anana has and will be my home throughout my […]</q></blockquote><figure class="soldier rel"><div class="bg" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1500" data-aos-delay="900"></div><img src="/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/himage-7.png" alt="Soldier" class="rel" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1200" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-once="true" /></figure></div><div class="slide"><blockquote class="quote l rel full" data-aos="fade-right" data-aos-duration="3000" data-aos-delay="900" data-aos-once="true"><hgroup><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><h4 class="h4 fw9">Esther</h4><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><p class="f1">Kibbutz Kvutzat Yavne 2017</p><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script></hgroup><q class="block f1">From the moment I arrived at Kibbutz Kvutzat Yavneh I knew I had found the support system I was hoping for, provided by Garin Tzabar. My kibbutz isn’t just my home away from home and my Garin my friends, Yavneh is my home and my Garin is my family. My name is Esther Seif and […]</q></blockquote><figure class="soldier rel"><div class="bg" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1500" data-aos-delay="900"></div><img src="/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/eimage-2.png" alt="Soldier" class="rel" data-aos="zoom-in-up" data-aos-duration="1200" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-once="true" /></figure></div><div class="slide"><blockquote class="quote l rel full" data-aos="fade-right" data-aos-duration="3000" data-aos-delay="900" data-aos-once="true"><hgroup><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><h4 class="h4 fw9">Yuval</h4><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script><p class="f1">Garin Regba Southeast (Fl), Summer 2019</p><script> document.cookie = "lang=en_US; path=/; expires=Fri, 31 Dec 9999 23:59:59 GMT"; location.href = window.location.href; </script></hgroup><q class="block f1">When my Garin and I arrived in Moshav Regba, we were immediately welcomed with open arms not only by our amazing Garin Tzabar rakezet and madricha but also by the entire community and my incredible host family. 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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!