Israeli NGOs Seek Volunteers Nationwide for Social Support and Rights Advocacy
Several Israeli non-profit organizations are currently recruiting volunteers across the country to assist in various social and community support roles. The "Ruach Tova" association, part of the Arison Group, connects volunteers with organizations and local authorities to promote volunteering throughout Israel.
The "Ba'im LaTov" movement seeks volunteers aged 60 and above to provide regular phone or in-person contact with isolated elderly citizens, linking them to social groups and support services. This long-term commitment offers flexible scheduling.
In Migdal HaEmek, the "Yad Sarah" organization requires volunteers to assist with lending rehabilitative equipment to those in need, with shifts twice a week. Meanwhile, in Herzliya, "Metandevei Herzliya" looks for volunteers to sort and sell items in second-hand stores supporting needy families and Holocaust survivors, with roles ranging from sales to management.
In Tel Aviv, the "Amal VeMa'avar" network operates a unique nursing home for young adults requiring care, seeking volunteers over 40 to support daily activities twice weekly in the mornings. Jerusalem's "African Community Center" calls for volunteers to help asylum seekers by assisting with rights advocacy, document completion, and accompaniment to government offices, with weekly afternoon-evening shifts.
In Ashdod, the "Gal Galim" accessible surfing school invites volunteers to aid children and adults with disabilities in surfing activities, requiring physical assistance and offering flexible volunteer opportunities throughout the week.
All organizations emphasize long-term volunteering with flexible hours, and interested individuals can register through the respective websites provided.