Israeli Volunteer Opportunities Open Nationwide for Holocaust Survivors and People with Disabilities

The nonprofit organization Ruach Tova, part of the Arison Group, has compiled a comprehensive platform listing diverse volunteer opportunities across Israel, connecting individuals and corporate volunteers with organizations in need. The initiative collaborates with thousands of nonprofits and local authorities to promote volunteering nationwide.

One highlighted program, "One on One," offers long-term personal mentorship lasting about five years to young people without family support, starting from 12th grade through military service and into adulthood. Volunteers aged 45 and above provide weekly personal meetings, ongoing phone contact, and emotional support, with training beginning in August.

In northern Israel, "Beit Uri" in Afula serves as a community home for over 100 Jewish and Arab children, youth, and adults with intellectual disabilities. Volunteers are sought to accompany residents in activities such as storytelling, walks, music listening, and community engagement, with weekly sessions in the late afternoon.

In the Sharon region, "Neve Michael" boarding school in Pardes Hanna-Karkur cares for about 180 children and teens aged 6 to 18. Volunteers participate in group activities, personal support, and fostering meaningful adult presence, meeting weekly on weekdays.

In central Israel, the "Leshova" soup kitchens in Tel Aviv provide free, nutritious kosher lunches to anyone in need without conditions. Volunteers or groups of up to eight assist in serving meals during weekday and Friday shifts, either one-time or ongoing.

In Jerusalem, the charity "Chasdei Yechezkel and Miriam" supports vulnerable populations including widows, orphans, patients, and the elderly. Volunteers aged 15 and above help pack food baskets containing essentials, fruits, vegetables, fish, and meat, with shifts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

In southern Israel, the nonprofit "Amcha" operates a national network supporting Holocaust survivors and their families. In Ashkelon, volunteers are needed to lead activities, lectures, or clubs for survivors in social centers, covering music, dance, art, literature, history, bingo, and social games. These sessions occur multiple weekdays in the late morning.

All volunteer opportunities are long-term or one-time, with specific schedules and registration available through Ruach Tova’s website.