named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
A Hero in Heaven Documentary
An educational documentary about Michael Levin’s life, available for community screenings to raise awareness and support.
Care Packages
Delivers essential items and comfort goods to boost morale and well-being of lone soldiers during active duty.
Housing Support
Provides safe and stable housing for lone soldiers who lack family support in Israel.
Mental Health Resources
Funds trauma therapy and counseling services for lone soldiers in need.
Pre and Post Army Guidance
Offers personalized resources to help lone soldiers transition into and out of military service.
Shabbat & Holiday Meals
Supplies nutritious, traditional meals to foster community and continuity during holidays and weekends.
Support for Soldier Parents
Provides resources, guidance, and community connections for parents of lone soldiers around the world.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Support for Israeli Military and Veterans 5 activities
- Organizes note-writing and personal correspondence campaigns for Lone SoldiersFacilitates outreach programs that connect supporters with Lone Soldiers through handwritten letters, fostering emotional support and reducing feelings of isolation.
- Provides direct aid and essential support services to Lone SoldiersDelivers Shabbat and holiday meals, essential daily supplies, care packages, housing assistance, transportation, and mental health counseling to over 3,500 Lone Soldiers annually. Operates a support center in Israel that functions as a "home away from home" and provides year-round resources including community events and mentorship.
- Provides financial and logistical support to parents of Lone SoldiersOffers educational resources, guidance on IDF terminology, key military milestones, and communication strategies to help parents stay connected and support their children during service. Includes information on financial, housing, and travel benefits available to Lone Soldiers.
- Provides social integration support during military trainingFacilitates peer connections and social support for Lone Soldiers during Michve Alon training to promote inclusion and reduce isolation.
- Raises and distributes direct financial aid to support Lone SoldiersHas provided over $4 million in direct financial assistance to fund comprehensive support services for Lone Soldiers in Israel.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 2 activities
- Offers mental health and wellness programs for active-duty and reservist Lone SoldiersProvides counseling and wellness initiatives to over 1,200 active-duty and reservist Lone Soldiers experiencing mental health challenges, including PTSD, through targeted support services and partnerships.
- Supports pre- and post-army transition for Lone SoldiersOffers guidance and resources to Lone Soldiers before, during, and after military service, including reintegration support and counseling to ease transitions into civilian life.
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Jewish Lifecycle-Integrated Service Projects 1 activity
- Administers personalized fundraising initiatives for Bar and Bat Mitzvah chesed projectsCreates and manages customized online fundraising pages for individuals organizing Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebrations that benefit Lone Soldiers, supporting chesed (acts of kindness) projects tied to military support.
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Veteran Story Preservation & Public Education 1 activity
- Raises awareness and funds through documentary screeningsOrganizes and promotes public screenings of the documentary "A Hero in Heaven" to honor military service members and generate dialogue and support for Lone Soldiers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$842K
Contributions & grants$813K97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$29K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$495K
Program expenses61%
Admin / overhead31%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$98K
Grants paid out$303K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.17M
Cash$355K
Investments$803K
Liabilities$8K
Net assets$1.16M
Liquid reserves28.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -29.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STACIE STUFFLEBEAM | EXECUTIVE DIR. | 40 | $91K |
board members · 11
- ALAN SCHORR — TRUSTEE
- BLAIR — LEBOWITZ
- BRIAN R LURIE — PRESIDENT
- DAVID COHEN — TRUSTEE
- DEBBIE SWARTZ — VICE PRESIDENT
- GREG HABER — TRUSTEE
- HARRIET LEVIN — TRUSTEE
- HOWARD HERZBERG — TREASURER
- LAWRENCE PLATT — TRUSTEE
- MARK LEVIN — TRUSTEE
- STEVEN TALMUD — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- A Hero in Heaven Partner — Provides access to the documentary "A Hero in Heaven" for video events as part of chesed projects.
- Feeding America Partner — Partner agency distributing food
- Israel Defense Forces Government — Provides context and coordinates with IDF milestones and ceremonies for Lone Soldiers.
- Israel Defense Forces Government — Supports Lone Soldiers serving in the IDF, following the example of Michael Levin who served in the Paratroopers Brigade.
- Israel Defense Forces Government — Supports lone soldiers serving in the Israel Defense Forces.
- Merkas Bodedim - IDF Lone Soldier Hotline Partner — Collaborates with the IDF's official support service for lone soldiers to provide access to entitlements and assistance.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts the foundation's videos featuring interviews, tributes, and stories from Lone Soldiers and their families.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Family-Centered Education and Coordinationmethodology: family-engagement-through-educationBy providing diaspora families with clear, translated information about military timelines and structured guidance on gathering essential contacts, the foundation improves family preparedness and soldier support, because informed families can coordinate more effectively and reduce service-related stress for soldiers.
- Lived-Experience-Led Program Designmethodology: lived-experience-led fundingBy involving parents with lived experience of having Lone Soldiers on staff and governance roles, the foundation identifies and funds higher-impact programs, because those with direct experience are better positioned to assess real needs and effective interventions.
- Milestone-to-Mission Engagementmethodology: milestone-based fundraisingBy integrating support for Lone Soldiers into personal and communal milestones like Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, the foundation builds sustained public engagement, because linking individual celebrations to a larger mission fosters purpose-driven giving and long-term connection.
- Peer-Supported Navigation and Communicationmethodology: peer_support_networkBy connecting parents of Lone Soldiers through peer networks and digital tools like WhatsApp groups, the foundation reduces isolation and improves understanding of military processes, because shared experience and real-time peer support enable more effective navigation of complex systems.
- Story-Based Public Engagementmethodology: story-based engagementBy using documentary screenings and storytelling, the foundation inspires public involvement in supporting Lone Soldiers, because emotional, narrative-driven experiences generate deeper empathy and behavioral response than informational outreach alone.