After the success with the olim (immigrants) from Iran, David wanted to expand his partnership with The Jewish Agency. Hearing about lone soldiers, people who make Aliyah without family in Israel and opt to join the army, David immediately felt a connection and urge to do something.

“When I saw the lone soldiers, they immediately brought up my childhood memories of immigrating alone to a new country. It was really moving for me – the commitment of these young people, who could lose their lives just because of their dream to make Aliyah,” shared David.

This led David to support The Jewish Agency’s Wings program, which helps thousands of Jews enlist in the IDF each year, and continues to assist them years after their army service. Today, Wings supports some 3,500 young olim annually, from the moment they arrive in Israel.

Before their enlistment and during their service, Wings provides monetary assistance to lone soldiers, legal support for their rights as soldiers, family support, personal guidance and training workshops. After their release, Wings helps olim integrate into Israeli society by supporting and preparing them for civilian life, from help writing a resume to financial training and more.

“I have indescribable respect for these lone soldiers,” said David. “They have done much more than what I did or thought I needed to do.”