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Bring comfort to our Lone Soldiers with nourishing, home-cooked Shabbat meals: Here’s how your gift helps: 

• $18: “A Taste of Home” – One Shabbat meal for a soldier

• $180: “Community Gathering” – Shabbat meals for 10 soldiers

• $720: “Month of Togetherness” – Shabbat meals for 10 soldiers for one month

$10,000: “Year of Blessings” – Shabbat meals and Havdalah treats for 10 soldiers for a year

For $1,800 a year, you can make a transformative impact in the lives of our courageous soldiers, providing them with essential resources they need for a smooth transition into military life and beyond. Your sponsorship supports a range of programs that are designed to promote their well-being at every stage of their journey. Here’s how your gift can make a difference:

• Personal Coordinator: A dedicated guide supporting each soldier from enlistment, throughout their service, and then into civilian life. This includes personalized advice on training, unit selection, sports equipment for elite tryouts, and guided trips to Israel's historical sites for pre-draftees.

• Essential Soldier Kit: A comprehensive pre-draft bag with everything they need for the start of their service, including thermal socks, undergarments, toiletries, and tactical gear.

• Transportation Assistance: Covers travel costs within Israel or visits to family abroad.

• Emergency Fund: Provides for urgent medical needs and unexpected costs.

• Holiday & Personal Care Packages: Care items to boost morale.

• Community Center Events: Special gatherings to reduce isolation, highlighting inspirational talks with professionals and fun, morale-boosting activities with fellow Lone Soldiers.  

• Transitional Support: Up to five years of guidance as soldiers transition to civilian life, including information on their rights as Lone Soldiers and support for financial, academic, or career planning.

• Direct and Personal Support for Released Soldiers: One-on-one advice on university degrees, relevant scholarships, and help with essentials like laptops, bags, and study materials.

Our holistic approach prioritizes the physical and emotional well-being of lone soldiers, especially those facing intensified challenges since October 7th. Here’s how your gift can help:

• $250: “Welcome to Service” Starter Kit – Prepares soldiers for service with essential resources.

• $1,000: Community Center Mentorship Program – Connects soldiers with mentors for guidance and emotional support.

• $3,000: Mental Health & Wellness Sponsor – Provides 10 therapy sessions in the soldier’s native language, including CBT, art therapy and counseling tailored to each soldier.

• $7,500: Therapeutic Support Champion – Funds group workshops, therapeutic retreats, and resilience-building activities for soldiers providing coping skills and enhancing long-term mental resilience. 

$15,000: Holistic Well-Being Advocate –  Offers long-term therapy, restorative treatments, and stress-relief services in multiple languages to meet diverse soldier needs. In addition, this tier provides restorative treatments like acupuncture, massages, and mindfulness sessions to help relieve stress and promote healing.

Many non-combat Lone Soldiers often earn less than their combat counterparts and do not have the support of a home army base, which contributes to their financial difficulties and feelings of isolation. Here’s how your gift can help:

• $500: Soldier’s Comfort Package – Bedding, desk, and decor for a sense of home.

• $1,000: Kitchen & Dining Essentials – Kosher-friendly items for communal dining.

• $5,000: Community Connection Sponsor – Furnishes shared spaces with Wi-Fi and study area.

$10,000: Honorary Room Dedication – Sponsors a full room with a personalized plaque, turning a soldier’s space into a true home.

Supporting Friends of the Lone Soldier (FLS) means more than making a donation—it’s a commitment to embracing a soldier in need. Each year, FLS provides vital support to over 3,500 Lone Soldiers, addressing their physical, professional, financial, and emotional well-being. For 15 years, the Lone Soldier Center in Memory of Michael Levin has been a lifeline for soldiers serving without family support. In the wake of the Iron Swords war and Operation Northern Arrows, requests for assistance have doubled, highlighting the urgent need for resources. Your contribution to the General Fund empowers FLS to provide essential items, sponsor community events, and deliver critical support to these brave individuals.