Nefesh B'Nefesh

Your Investments: What new olim can teach us about gratitude and entitlement

Say thank you when you receive good fortune and realize that there are no entitlements in life.

Ben-Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026
Around 150 new olim arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport on August 27, 2026.

North American aliyah hits record month as over 1,100 olim arrive, with 4,000 expected in 2026

NEW IMMIGRANTS from France arrive at Ben-Gurion Airport in June. The number of aliyah files opened by individuals and families expressing interest in future immigration has surged dramatically.

North American aliyah wave continues as 2,200 immigrants set to arrive this summer

New immigrants from Great Neck New York's Persian Jewish community arrive at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport. August 11, 2026.

'Time to come home': Seven families from New York's Persian Jewish community make aliyah together


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

Aliyah event protest is the first real test for Mamdani administration - analysis

This demonstration will not only be the first major pro-Palestinian protest in NYC since Mamdani took office, but also follows a similar protest in November that shocked NYC.

Zohran Mamdani looks on at Old City Hall Staion on the day he is sworn in as mayor of New York City, New York, US, Thursday, Jan 1st 2026.

Anti-Israel activists plan protest against Nefesh b'Nefesh Aliyah event in New York City

"It is our duty to confront the pipeline of settlement and Zionist colonial expansion that is taking place in our own neighborhoods," PAL-Awda said in Instagram post.

An anti-Israel protest in New York City. Ilustrative.

Nefesh B’Nefesh Chairman to discuss streamlined pathways to Aliyah at JPost Miami Conference

Due largely to the work of organizations like Nefesh B’Nefesh the aliyah process has been significantly transformed over the past two decades.

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

Nefesh B’Nefesh closes 2025 with over 4,100 North American olim

Aliyah annual figures reach four-year high

4,150 individuals from North America made aliyah in 2025, the highest since 2021

Nefesh B’Nefesh honors young olim for their contributions to Israel

Nine young immigrants presented with Maor Youth Prize for their leadership and service in communities across Israel

This year’s recipients stand out for their young leadership, creativity, and dedication to making a meaningful impact on their schools and local communities in Israel

Eight New Olim Celebrate Their First Hanukkah as Israelis

The holiday of light takes on new meaning for new immigrants building a home in Israel

Adina Spiewak and her family