Nefesh B'Nefesh

Nefesh B’Nefesh signs with EL AL for 14 summer group flights

Aliyah organization working to ensure that seats will be available on El Al flights for North American immigrants.

Coronavirus patient boards plane to Israel

New immigrant receives lab results confirming coronavirus from US lab - after arriving in Israel.

51 immigrants arrive in Israel on group Nefesh B'Nefesh flight

51 Olim land at Ben Gurion Airport Tuesday morning amidst an unprecedented spike in Aliyah interest.

NBN chiefs congratulate Tamano-Shata on ministerial appointment

Nefesh B'Nefesh founders congratulate Blue and White MK Pnina Tamano-Shata on being appoint Aliyah (immigration) Minister.

"It's a total miracle that I'm here'

New immigrant Ayelet Mintz, who arrived in Israel during the coronavirus epidemic, tells about her flight and unforgettable experience.

Aliyah Continues: 18 new immigrants arrive

The immigrants were transfered directly into a 14 day quarantine. They range in ages from a one-year-old to a 66-year-old.

Aliyah interest surges 50% amid coronavirus pandemic

Aliyah Continues: 18 new immigrants arrive in Israel on Nefesh B’Nefesh group flight despite coronavirus closures.

Bonei Zion prize announces 2020 recipients

Annual Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion prize is awarded to English-speaking Olim who have greatly contributed to the State of Israel

24 people make aliyah, go directly into quarantine

24 new olim arrive on Nefesh B'Nefesh flight despite coronavirus crisis, go straight into 2-week isolation.

Virtual immigration fair in wake of coronavirus

Nefesh B’Nefesh to launch “Virtual” Mega Aliyah Event instead of event set to take place on March 15th in New Jersey.

Nefesh B'Nefesh cancels Mega Event in NJ due to coronavirus

Health concerns surrounding the coronavirus have led the organization to cancel this year’s expo in Teaneck, New Jersey.

NBN & FIDF host annual ‘Personal Errands Day’ for Lone Soldiers

Nefesh B’Nefesh and Friends of the Israel Defense Forces host 7th annual 'Yom Siddurim' for lone soldiers today.

Nefesh B’Nefesh: Bringing Jews home

Watch the special video produced by Israel's Government Press Office saluting the activity of Nefesh B'Nefesh.

Nefesh B’Nefesh ends decade with over 36,000 Olim

More than 60,000 immigrants from North America move to Israel via Nefesh B'Nefesh since its inception, including 36,000 in 2010s.

Aliyah org deplores allegation most immigrants not Jewish

'Anyone at all familiar with aliyah from North America knows it unfathomable that 70% of them not considered Jewish according to halakha.'

400 Diaspora gap year students explore their futures in Israel

Hundreds of Diaspora Jewish students studying in Israel during their 'gap year' after high school attend Israel Fair in Jerusalem.

Haredi aliyah initiative blossoms into movement

Naava Kodesh establishes network to facilitate aliyah for English-speaking haredi community, focusing on networking and community

Nominations open for 2020 Sylvan Adams NBN Bonei Zion prize

The prize recognizes outstanding English-speaking Olim who have made meaningful and lasting contributions to the State of Israel.

Hundreds of lone soldiers gather for draft party

Nefesh B'Nefesh and FIDF organize special celebration marking induction of over 300 lone soldiers into the IDF.

Empowering new immigrants - even before they get to Israel

Nefesh B’Nefesh plans over 20 informational aliyah events across North America for November and December.

Live: Nefesh B'Nefesh Bonei Zion award

Nefesh B'Nefesh holds annual ceremony for olim who made outstanding contributions to Israel.

Inspiring: 'We did it! We moved to Israel!'

Arutz Sheva had the opportunity to speak with the Nefesh B'Nefesh Olim (new immigrants) as they made their first steps in the Land of Israel

Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomes 60,000th immigrant

Nefesh B’Nefesh welcomes 41 lone soldiers, 103 children, 3 sets of twins and a 28-day-old baby.

Watch: 242 Olim from North America arrive in Israel

242 North American Olim arriving in Israel on a special Aliyah flight chartered by Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Watch: Singing Hatikva before taking off for Israel

241 new Olim sing Israeli national anthem before boarding Nefesh B'Nefesh flight to Israel..

Special: Tears and excitement before take off to Israel

Arutz Sheva joined the recent group of Nefesh B'Nefesh immigrants and spoke with them moments before they boarded the Israel-bound flight.

242 new North American Olim to arrive on Aliyah August 14

New immigrants, including 41 future lone soldiers, to arrive on Aliyah charter flight.

"It's never too late to fulfill your dreams"

95 Jews from North America begin new lives in Israel, including 80-year-old Iranian-born immigrant who finally fulfilled his life-long dream

Helping new immigrants find the ideal place to live

Representatives from 45 communities around Israel attend 2nd annual Nefesh B’Nefesh Communities Fair, helping immigrants find their homes.

Olim to learn about Israeli housing market at NBN fair

Second annual Nefesh B’Nefesh Communities Fair brings together reps from over 45 communities to help Olim find their ideal neighborhood.

Support program for 'Lone' National Service volunteers

Israel opens support program to help female volunteers who came from abroad to serve in Israel's Sherut Leumi.

NBN's program will assist Lone National Service volunteers

Program will support over 150 young women who moved to Israel without their families and chose to volunteer in Israel's National Service.

Olim to celebrate 'Week of the South'

2,000 olim to celebrate life in Israel's south with week of activities throughout the region.

KKL chairman: A catastrophe threatens Diaspora Jewry

Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael chairman Danny Atar takes part in Nefesh B'Nefesh Aliyah event in New Jersey, stresses importance of Aliyah.

Record numbers of future Olim gather in New Jersey

Nefesh B’Nefesh’s week of multiple Aliyah events throughout N.America kicks off with the ‘Mega Event,’ held for the first time in New Jersey

Job academy for immigrants, haredim wins Entrepreneur Boot Camp

Businesses pitch ideas at Nefesh B'Nefesh's six-week Entrepreneur Boot Camp, with winners netting 25,000 shekels in seed money.

'New York Yankees' shows support for IDF lone soldiers

NY Yankees send over special hats with their logo alongside an Israeli flag as a gift to lone soldiers. 'These people have a lot of courage'

Inside the annual day devoted to lone soldiers

The sixth annual day dedicated to assisting lone soldiers comes to a close. Guests included Prime Minister Netanyahu. 'This is real Zionism.

Down with the Jewish Agency!

Nefesh B’Nefesh ‘Initiative for Zionist Innovation’ launches

Grants to be awarded to Olim looking to create change and improve Israeli society and the communities in which they reside.

NBN helps South Korea prepare for reunification

Nefesh B’Nefesh hosts delegation from South Korean Ministry of Unification teach how Jews from all over the world are integrated into Israel

Getting real about Aliyah: Olim kids ask questions

Schools across Israel celebrate Aliyah Day with ceremonies, projects, activities centered around Olim and their contributions to country.

Watch: Leaving USA to join the Israeli army

57 future lone soldiers were among 239 North American Olim who arrived in Israel on Wednesday. Arutz Sheva met them.

Watch: Arutz Sheva greets new Nefesh B'Nefesh Olim

Arutz Sheva greeted the 239 new immigrants who arrived in Israel on Wednesday on a special Aliyah flight chartered by Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Watch: 239 new Olim come home

Watch as 30 families, 90 children, 17 singles, 57 future lone soldiers and 2 National Service volunteers arrive in Israel.

Post-Holocaust suitcase comes to Israel

Rabbi Kenneth Brander describes making Aliyah with suitcase his parents took from DP camp after the Holocaust.

Watch: From JFK to Ben Gurion

Arutz Sheva accompanies immigrants on their journey from JFK to Ben Gurion.

'There are no greater heroes than the Olim'

Arutz Sheva speaks with Consul General Dani Dayan as new Olim leave for Israel.

Wave of the future: Over half the newest immigrants are under 17

Over half of Wednesday's newest immigrants are children, and 35% of the immigrants will reside in Israel's periphery.

Watch live: 232 Olim arrive in Israel

232 North Americans are arriving in Israel on Wednesday morning on a special Aliyah flight chartered by Nefesh B’Nefesh.

92-year-old Holocaust survivor fulfills lifelong dream

Nearly 71 years to the day after immigrating to US from post-war Europe, Jack Nasielski joins his children and grandchildren in Israel.

Couple celebrates 71st wedding anniversary by making Aliyah

Chicago natives, ages 93 and 91, immigrate to Israel this past Wednesday 'We finally decided to make Israel our permanent home.'

2018 Bonei Zion Prize recipients announced

This is the fifth year of the Bonei Zion Awards, which recognizes outstanding Anglo Olim who have made huge contributions in their fields.

Samaria community 'Yakir' comes to New York

Residents of Yakir have taken upon themselves the goal of absorbing as many Jews immigrating to Israel from the US and Canada as possible.

Aliyah: 'Sometimes you have to follow your dreams'

'I teach people to "Stand with Israel", and I decided to put into practice what I preach.'

Nefesh B'Nefesh Aliyah Fair - moving to Israel the easy way

Nefesh B’Nefesh hosts annual ‘Mega Aliyah Fair’ in NYC for nearly 1,500 prospective immigrants to Israel.

Joe Lieberman's granddaughter makes Aliyah

Granddaughter of former US Senator Joe Lieberman immigrates to Israel today from Atlanta, Georgia. 'Why would I live anywhere else?'

Nefesh B’Nefesh to host annual ‘Mega Aliyah Fair’ in NYC

Nefesh B'Nefesh plans mega event for March 11, Arutz Sheva will be on the spot, providing full coverage.

Liberman: They came from around the world to serve the IDF

Annual event serves as a one-stop shop for lone soldiers to complete their errands. 'These lone soldiers are all valuable in their own way.'

Caring for Israel’s defenders:

Nefesh B’Nefesh - FIDF ‘personal errands day’ for Lone Soldiers

All essential government agencies whose services are needed by Lone Soldiers were concentrated under one roof in one intensive day.