Nefesh B'Nefesh

Bonei Zion Prize honors Olim rebuilding Israel after the war as North American Aliyah hits records

From Gaza-border farms to Israel's top labs, this year's Bonei Zion Prize honorees show what Anglo Olim bring to a recovering Israel, just as North American Aliyah hits record highs.

OCTOBER 18, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH

The 12th annual Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize recipients. Top row, from left: Danielle Abraham, Dr. Philip Klipstein, Naomi Stuchiner and Ami Baran. Bottom row, from left: Rabbanit Chana Henkin, Amb. Ron Dermer, Prof. Marta Weinstock-Rosin and

Visitors at the ANU Museum of the Jewish People, in Tel Aviv, on January 19, 2025.

ANU marks Aliyah Day with a tribute to Jewish dining, memories, traditions

Now in its third year, the museum’s “Oleh Oleh” initiative is organized with Nefesh B’Nefesh, the Nadav Foundation, local authorities from around Israel, and organizations that support immigrants.

OCTOBER 17, 2026|ByHANNAH BROWN

Attendees arrive at a NBN's aliyah advisors.

Beyond the Big Hubs: Aliyah Interest Takes Root Across America

More than 1,000 register for Nefesh B’Nefesh events in six US cities, with nearly a quarter of sign-ups coming from Texas

OCTOBER 15, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH

Family making aliyah to Israel, September 14, 2026.

Moving stories, worrying numbers: Behind the wave of immigration from North America

The organization has made changing the rules of the game its mission and, according to Fass, has helped about 100,000 immigrants from North America and the UK move to Israel since its establishment.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2026|ByYOAV ETIEL

'Operation Hug' brings families of lone soldiers together during Israel-Hamas War

Since its launch in 2023, "Operation Hug" has facilitated more than 1,200 reunions between lone soldiers serving in the IDF and their parents, who traveled to Israel from 64 countries.

APRIL 29, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Over 300 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

Nationwide Aliyah tour draws thousands seeking a new life in Israel

Events in Chicago, Toronto, and New Jersey provide resources, expert advice, and cultural celebrations for prospective Olim

APRIL 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

The “Aliyah-In-One” initiative, a streamlined mini-fair designed for those already in the process of making Aliyah.

Over 500 Jewish healthcare professionals gather at MedEx to strengthen Israel’s medical workforce

The event was organized by Israel’s Aliyah and Integration Ministry, Health Ministry, Negev, Galilee, and the National Resilience Ministry in collaboration with Nefesh B'Nefesh and The Jewish Agency.

MARCH 19, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

The 10th annual MedEx event in Teaneck, New Jersey, March 16, 2025.

Nefesh B’Nefesh honors contributions of young olim with Maor Prize

Maor Prize celebrates eight young immigrants, honoring resilience, leadership, and dedication to Israel with an additional special recognition award for courage and triumph over adversity.

JANUARY 6, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Nefesh B'Nefesh bestowed its Maor Prize to outstanding young Olim for their contributions to strengthening the State of Israel.

Fast lane for lone soldiers: Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF host driver’s license conversion day

Hundreds of lone soldiers and National Service volunteers converted their licenses in one day, thanks to Nefesh B’Nefesh, FIDF, and Israel’s Ministry of Transport.

DECEMBER 25, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

From left: FIDF CEO Steven Weil, Minister of Transportation Miri Regev, Nefesh B’Nefesh Co-Founder Rabbi Yehoshua Fass.

‘If not now, when?’: More Diaspora Jews interested in immigrating to Israel post-Oct. 7

The Jewish Agency for Israel and Nefesh B’Nefesh registered a worldwide surge in Diaspora Jews planning to move to Israel, with a 400% increase in France and a 70% increase in the US and Canada

DECEMBER 23, 2024ByNATHAN KLABIN/THE MEDIA LINE

French Jews arrive in Israel for Aliyah, August 1, 2024.

‘Knowledge is power’: Financial Facebook group for olim hits 40,000 members

Nefesh B’Nefesh, the one-stop resource shop for olim, refers queries about finances and budgeting in Israel to the Living Financially Smarter in Israel Facebook group.

DECEMBER 16, 2024ByAMALIA HESS