Nefesh B'Nefesh

Nefesh B’Nefesh presented with Zionist Impact Award at 'Post' Conference

Co-founders Rabbi Yehoshua Fass and Tony Gelbart, were presented with the Zionist Impact Award in acknowledgment of the organization’s efforts in addressing the country’s needs

Co-Founders of Nefesh B’Nefesh, Rabbi Yehoshua Fass and Tony Gelbart
Tony Gelbart and Rabbi Yehoshua Fass, Co-Founders of Nefesh B'Nefesh

Nefesh B’Nefesh to receive Jerusalem Post Award at Jpost NY Conference

New Olim coming to Israel 2026

Nefesh B’Nefesh to receive award at JPost NY Conference

Jews celebrate Jerusalem Day at the Western Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem on the eve of Jerusalem Day, May 14, 2026.

‘Why not go right to the heart of it?’: North American immigrants keep choosing Jerusalem


As antisemitism surges worldwide, Israel is calling Diaspora Jews to 'come home' - but will they?

With antisemitism surging worldwide, Israeli officials believe more Jews will opt to make aliyah; but the path isn’t as easy as they think.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar speaks during a stakeout before attending a Security Council meeting at UN headquarters in New York City, U.S., August 5, 2025.

Emergence of a new Anglo demographic in Israel requires a change of priorities - opinion

The English-speaking Aliyah map is changing; can our communal structures and our collective vision change with it?

 RABBI JOE and the JLIC TLV community members bring an ice cream truck to evacuees in Tel Aviv hotels.

Francine Bork Strausberg: Living a perfectly imperfect life in Israel

While more elegant and ornate pottery may be found in other studios, Strausberg takes pride in creating unique yet practical pieces that people enjoy every day.

WORKING OUT of the Talpaz Ceramic Studio in the Saltiel Community Center, in Jerusalem’s Armon Hanatziv neighborhood. She gives classes there as well.

Over 300 olim attend community fair in Tel Aviv to connect with local support networks

457 new olim from the United States and Canada moved to Tel Aviv–Yafo in 2025 — a rise of more than 45% over three years.

Tel Aviv community event

Nefesh B’Nefesh launches ZEI Fellowship for Jewish High School Educators

New Israel curriculum and fellowship for North American Jewish educators aims to shape the next generation of informed Zionist educators and leaders.

Nefesh B’Nefesh’s Zionist Education Initiative

Mamdani sought input from NY Jews before condemning pro-Hamas protest, NYT reports

Mamdani's criticism was in response to an anti-Israel protest held on January 8 against a Nefesh B’Nefesh event aimed at providing information to those considering aliyah.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pictured during his first day in office, January 1, 2026.

Aliyah: A wedding postponed, a dream fulfilled

When the sudden onset of the 12-Day War with Iran grounded the NBN flight, her other, previously purchased ticket enabled her to secure one of the scarce rescue flights leaving the US.

 Shira Sedek Ben-Zekhariah arrives at Ben-Gurion Airport, June 26, 2025.

At Miami Conference, Nefesh B’Nefesh says aliyah is about building life in Israel

Tony Gelbart tells the Jerusalem Post that aliyah from the US is driven by opportunity, Zionism, and impact despite global tensions.

Tony Gelbart ,Co-Founder and Chairman Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Nefesh B’Nefesh hosts largest Israel fair for gap year students

600 young adults gathered in Jerusalem to explore pathways to long-term life in Israel

Nefesh B’Nefesh’s held its largest Israel Fair with 600 gap year participants in attendance

Anti-Israel activists cancel NYC Nefesh b'Nefesh protest

PAL-Awda justified the cancellation, asserting that their announced protest had forced NBN "into the shadows" with a strict vetting process.

Demonstrators attend a pro-Palestinian protest on the day of the two-year anniversary of the attack on Israel by Hamas, in New York City, US, October 7, 2025. REUTERS