Bringing smiles to the Chayalim
Bringing smiles to the families of those
serving on the front lines
ABOUT
WE FOCUS ON PRACTICAL, NOT TACTICAL
Smiles for Chayalim is a grassroots initiative operating in Modiin, Israel, with a mission to bring happiness and comfort to our Chayalim. In the wake of the tragic events of October 7 and the call-up of 350,000 soldiers, it became apparent that this was not a short-term conflict, and our soldiers would be away for extended periods, some for months on end.
We work with hundreds of volunteers and small businesses around the country to provide the Chayalim with whatever they may need. From helmets, vests, ceramic plates to hot food, snacks and items for the base to massages and spa days when they get off from the army; we take care of it all.
Local businesses, including caterers, party planners, candy stores, and home cooks, are also facing financial hardship. With businesses closed and parties canceled, many have lost their livelihoods for the time being. By partnering with these local businesses to send treats and joy to the Chayalim, we can support as many people as we can, while providing volunteer opportunities to both Israelis and those that come to visit and want to help.
We kindly ask for your support by contributing whatever you can and sharing our cause with your friends and network. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by this ongoing crisis.
HOW TO DONATE
🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW
🇮🇱 Support emergency relief for families in need across Israel with your gift to Smiles For The Kids today!
Donations made in USD are 100% tax-deductible in the United States. Donations made in ILS are not tax-deductible.
⚔ DONATE TO THE CAMPAIGN
givebutter.com/SmilesForTheKids2023
⚔ DONATE VIA VENMO
*Reference ‘Smiles For The Kids’ in ‘What this for?’
⚔ DONATE IN ILS
⚔ DAF, CHECK OR WIRE TRANSFER
contact aron.schoenfeld@gmail.com
PROJECTS TO FUND
Meals for Families $1000
Support local businesses and chefs by sponsoring dinners for families of soldiers who are serving on the front lines (weeknight or shabbat). Can be cooked by you and your group or ordered locally.
Cook a Meal for Soldiers $1800
Sponsor a morning of cooking fresh, hot and nutritious meals for soldiers to be delivered to a base that day. Bring your group to help us cook or just sponsor a day for our volunteers.
Order a Meal for a Unit $1500
Send a meal from one of our local caterers to feed a unit of your choice. You can pick up the food, deliver it yourself or someone from our team can deliver it as well and get a chance to serve our chayalim.
Massage for a חייל $75
Sponsor a massage for a chayal to help them de-stress and take a break for self care during their short leave. Located in Chashmonaim or available to travel within central Israel.
About the Israeli Foodie Yehuda Jacobs
Yehudah Jacobs is Shomer Shabbat, private chef with 20+ years experience. Yehudah speaks English and Hebrew as was he born in the U.S.A and was raised in Israel. He married into a family that comes from the Middle East and Europe. He integrates all of these cultures into his culinary dishes. Yehudah grew up cooking at home and with his grandmother. He sharpened his skills at the Jerusalem Culinary Institute.
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