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A pre-military preparatory boarding program run by the Betar movement specifically for French young people, combining Hebrew, Judaism, and Zionism study with physical and military preparation; many participants go on to enlist in the IDF.

A grassroots nonprofit supporting lone soldiers -- both immigrant volunteers and Israelis without family support -- from before enlistment through five years post-discharge, offering guidance, community centers, and financial assistance.

A support program for lone soldiers of any country of origin serving in the IDF, providing guidance and services before, during, and after military service, run jointly by Nefesh B'Nefesh and Friends of the IDF.

Living accomodations for lone soldiers on Kibbutz Beerot Yitzchak

The Mahal program allows Jewish youth from foreign countries to serve in the IDF without making Aliyah (citizenship). Volunteers serve for 18 months, fighting alongside regular Israeli soldiers.