Your Legacy, Our Future

Make a lasting impact on Aliyah and Israel’s future through planned giving.

About Nefesh B’Nefesh

Every successful Aliyah begins with a dream and continues through the support of a community that believes in Israel’s future. Nefesh B’Nefesh is honored to help turn those dreams into reality by guiding Olim every step of the way and helping them build meaningful lives in Israel.

Since 2002, Nefesh B’Nefesh has helped transform the dream of Aliyah into reality for tens of thousands of individuals and families. By removing barriers, providing guidance, and supporting Olim long after they arrive, we help build stronger communities and a stronger Israel.

Support Israel Through Nefesh B’Nefesh

Your support is an investment in Israel’s people and its future. Through Aliyah and successful integration, support for Lone Soldiers and Bnot Sherut, medical professionals, national development, and Zionist education, Nefesh B’Nefesh provides meaningful opportunities to invest directly in the people building Israel’s future.

A planned gift allows that impact to continue for generations. More than a contribution, it is a lasting investment in the future of the Jewish people and the continued growth of the State of Israel, helping ensure that future generations have the opportunity to make Israel their home.

Ways to Give

Create a lasting legacy for Aliyah by including Nefesh B’Nefesh in your will or trust.

Why Consider This?
Retain full control of your assets during your lifetime.
Choose a specific amount, percentage of your estate, or residual gift.
Create a lasting impact on Aliyah without affecting your finances today.

How to Get Started:
Speak with your attorney or estate-planning professional about including Nefesh B’Nefesh in your will or trust.

Contact us for NBN’s legal name, tax ID, and suggested bequest language.

Name NBN as a beneficiary of your retirement assets to create an impactful, tax-efficient gift.

Why Consider This?
Reduce estate taxes for heirs while maximizing charitable impact
Tax-free transfer of retirement assets to NBN
Simple process – just update your beneficiary designation form

How to Get Started:
Request a Beneficiary Designation Form from your plan provider.
Contact us for guidance on next steps.

Support Aliyah while securing guaranteed income for life.

Why Consider This?
Fixed lifetime income based on your age and gift amount.
Immediate tax deduction.
Meaningful support for NBN’s future.

How to Get Started:
Contact us for a personalized income estimate.
Work with your financial advisor to arrange the annuity.

A simple way to manage charitable giving strategically, with potential tax benefits.

Why Consider This?
Give on your own timeline while receiving immediate tax benefits
Continue supporting Aliyah through ongoing grants.
Some funds allow you to name NBN as a final beneficiary.

How to Get Started:
Contact your DAF provider to recommend a grant.
Notify us so we can align your impact with your vision.

You can also support Nefesh B’Nefesh today with a direct donation by clicking here.

Donate stocks, mutual funds, or property to support Aliyah while maximizing tax advantages.

Why Consider This?
Avoid capital gains tax on appreciated assets.
Receive a full fair market value deduction.
Provide long-term sustainability for Olim.

How to Get Started:
Contact us to discuss stock or property transfers.
Work with your financial team to ensure a smooth process.

Why Your Legacy Matters

Anonymous Legacy Donor, New York

“We live in an unpredictable world, and none of us can say with certainty where global events are heading. But we do know one thing without hesitation: Israel is our homeland, and Israel is the future. Whatever Nefesh B’Nefesh does, they do exceptionally well—smoothing out every barrier and making the move easier and far more welcoming. Including NBN in our estate plans ensures that future generations will always have a smooth, open pathway home.”

Anonymous Legacy Donor, Florida

“When we decided to leave a bequest, we wanted our gift to try to help Israel solve some of its most urgent problems. Nefesh B’Nefesh isn’t just facilitating immigration; they are addressing Israel’s critical healthcare needs head-on. By bringing world-class doctors to Israel, cutting through bureaucratic red tape, and enabling them to start practicing shortly after arrival, NBN is directly saving lives. Supporting this work in our estate plan is one of the most effective ways we know to strengthen Israel’s medical system for generations.”

Anonymous Legacy Donor, Maryland

“As someone who spent a career in business, I look for non-profits that are lean, efficient, and deeply professional. Nefesh B’Nefesh operates like true solution architects for the State of Israel. They don’t just hold a vision of a strong, thriving Israel built through Aliyah—they build the practical infrastructure to execute it every single day. Our planned gift is an investment in an organization that delivers maximum impact with complete fiscal responsibility.”

Anonymous Legacy Donor, California

“Annual gifts help with today’s immediate needs, but a legacy gift helps shape the future of our nation. Nefesh B’Nefesh does so much more than just help individuals move; they build the human infrastructure of the State of Israel. Funding their vision in our will guarantees that Israel remains strong, vibrant, and accessible to every Jewish person who dreams of coming home.”

Anonymous Legacy Donor, Ohio

“Getting people to Israel is only half the battle; ensuring they thrive long-term is what truly matters. What impresses me most about Nefesh B’Nefesh is their long-tail commitment—job placement, community integration, and professional licensing. We left a gift in our trust because NBN understands that successful Aliyah is a lifelong commitment.”

Anonymous Legacy Donor, Massachusetts

“When you look at the shortage of specialized doctors in Israel’s periphery, you see a national challenge. When you look at Nefesh B’Nefesh, you see the solution. Their targeted medical Aliyah initiatives are bringing foreign-trained physicians directly where they are needed most. We directed our planned gift to NBN because they create real, measurable health outcomes for all Israelis.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Planned giving is the process of making a charitable contribution through your estate plans. These gifts ensure long-term support for Aliyah and can provide significant tax benefits.

Planned gifts may offer tax deductions, reduce estate taxes, or eliminate capital gains taxes on appreciated assets.

You can create a lasting legacy in Israel by including Nefesh B’Nefesh in your will or estate plan. You may designate a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or another planned gift to support Nefesh B’Nefesh and its work strengthening Israel through Aliyah and successful integration, Lone Soldiers, medical professionals, and other vital initiatives. We recommend consulting with your attorney or estate planning professional to ensure your gift reflects your wishes.

Simply contact our team so we can acknowledge your generosity and ensure your gift is used according to your wishes. Attorneys, trustees, executors, and financial advisors may contact:
Rivka Zauderer, Executive Director
Nefesh B’Nefesh Jewish Souls United, Inc.
201-246-6495, [email protected]

Yes. You can direct your planned gift to support Olim, Lone Soldiers, medical professionals, or general Aliyah programs.

While it’s recommended to consult an attorney, many planned gifts—such as IRA beneficiary designations—can be arranged without legal assistance.

Yes. You may be able to name Nefesh B’Nefesh as a beneficiary of all or a portion of your IRA or other retirement assets. Depending on your circumstances and the type of retirement account, this may also offer tax advantages. Consult your financial or tax advisor to determine the best option for you.

Yes. You can recommend a grant to Nefesh B’Nefesh through your donor-advised fund. Contact your DAF provider to recommend a grant, and let Nefesh B’Nefesh know about your gift so we can properly acknowledge your support.

No. Every legacy gift, regardless of size, can make a meaningful difference. You can choose an amount or type of gift that works for you and your estate while helping Nefesh B’Nefesh strengthen Israel for future generations.

In many cases, yes. Depending on the type of planned gift, you may be able to change the amount, beneficiary designation, or other details as your circumstances or wishes change. We recommend consulting with your attorney, financial advisor, or plan administrator regarding your specific gift.

Yes. A planned gift can be a meaningful way to honor or remember someone while creating a lasting impact in Israel. Contact Nefesh B’Nefesh to discuss how you would like your legacy gift to be recognized.

Your attorney will generally need Nefesh B’Nefesh’s official legal name and other relevant organizational information to properly identify the organization in your estate documents. Contact our Planned Giving team for the appropriate information and to discuss your wishes before finalizing your gift.

Have questions or want to learn more?
Email us at [email protected] to explore how you can make a lasting impact.

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