The Lone Soldier Center in Memory of Michael Levin

The Lone Soldier Center in memory of Michael Levin

Supporting Lone Soldiers since 2009

The Lone Soldier Center in memory of Michael Levin

is the original and largest organization in Israel dedicated to supporting and guiding soldiers from the moment they receive their conscription orders until five years after their release from the IDF.

Over the past 15 years, we have supported more than 15,000 Olim and Israeli soldiers, both in active and post army service. Every day, we provide them with a warm home and a sense of community, honoring the dream of the late Michael Levin, who was tragically killed by sniper fire in the village of Eita al-Sha’ab at just 21 years old.

The Center offers support through two parallel programs: one for lone immigrant soldiers and another for lone Israeli soldiers without family support. This includes personalized and professional guidance provided by social workers and coordinators. The support spans the entire journey, from pre-enlistment to military service and up to five years post-discharge. The Center operates with a clear benchmark for effectiveness.

We provide soldiers:

A warm and supportive community throughout their army service experience and beyond.
Residence at the Center's houses across Israel.
Community centers in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Be'er Sheva.
Guidance and counseling by a professional team of social workers and coordinators.

The Lone Soldier Center staff and our hundreds of volunteers are mobilized to respond around the clock for all lone soldiers, new immigrants and soldiers without a family –

We Are Your Family!

How Can We Help?

Soldiers

Enlisting Soldiers

Support includes assistance with canceling exemption from conscription, guidance to recognized as a lone soldier, orientation for pre military preparations, provision of enlistment equipment, and accompaniment on enlistment day.

Active Soldiers

Housing solutions, financial assistance, professional and emotional support, mentoring, guidance in navigating rights-exhaustion processes, bridging cultural and language gaps, and more.

Discharged Soldiers

Development of a personalized plan for seamless integration into civilian life, including mentoring, financial, professional, and emotional support, as well as social engagement, housing, and employment solutions.

New Immigrants

Lone Israeli Soldiers

Cancellation of conscription exemption
Army preparations
Guidance for ultra-orthodox army veterans from soldiers within their community
Financial assistance
Housing solutions
Addressing cultural differences and supporting integration into society
Escort and support during recruitment day and throughout service-related events

>15,000

Lone soldiers, both men and women, who have received support from the Center over the years.

3,500

Soldiers, both men and women, who receive support at every stage—recruitment, active military service, and discharge.

650

Volunteers

3 Centers

The centers serve as social gathering spaces and key hubs for community and professional support.

6 Houses

Managed by the Organization and offer housing solutions for lone soldiers.

We Are Here For You

Success Stories

"My journey toward meaningful service in the IDF was anything but easy. I immigrated from the U.S. on my own, learned Hebrew, faced challenges during training, experienced both setbacks and triumphs. Eventually, friends introduced me to Michael Levin's club in Tel Aviv, where, for the first time, I truly felt a sense of belonging. In October, I entered Gaza and went through so much during my time there... "Beyond the regular support with meals, gatherings, and daily essentials, Michael Levin's center is now also funding psychological treatment to help me process and cope with everything I've been through. Here, I truly feel at home—a team that supports me, a place to eat, rest, connect with friends, and simply not feel alone."

"I remember the day I first arrived at Michael Levin's center. I knew nothing about the IDF—I just showed up and asked to enlist. It was challenging and complicated, but for the first time, I felt like I had someone by my side, a family away from home. Incredible people who pay attention to every detail, ensure I'm never alone, always make sure there's something to eat on Shabbat evenings, and take care of everything I need. They're always there for me. Honestly, I don’t know if I could have enlisted without the association's support. You have to understand, what seems obvious to someone growing up in Israel—every boy or girl knowing what enlistment means from a young age—was completely foreign to me. I had no one to guide or support me through the recruitment process. The association has become a central part of my life story—the good part. Now, I have a family waiting for me abroad and a family here in Israel as well."

"I knew from the age of 14 that I would serve in the IDF, even though it wasn’t considered acceptable in my community. During a visit to Israel, I saw Border Police fighters in Jerusalem, and to me, they were heroes. I knew I wanted to be like them. At 16, I made the decision to immigrate to Israel on my own. Before the draft, I was assigned to serve in the ICT Corps, but I was determined to join the Border Police unit and fulfill my dream of becoming a fighter. Serving as a fighter in the Border Police has been challenging, especially as a lone soldier, but it was incredibly rewarding and meaningful. I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. When I enlisted, I was introduced to the Michael Levin Memorial Association, and they supported me throughout my entire service. They provided all the equipment I needed for enlistment and continued to help me with everything even after I finished my service. Now, as a discharged soldier, I still receive their support, which makes me feel like I truly belong and am valued. My brother also decided to immigrate to Israel and join the IDF. He’s now part of the Association’s program as well, and it’s been a huge help, allowing us to focus on our goals without having to manage everything on our own."

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