From the highs of graduation ceremonies, to the lows of grief and mourning, Chayal el Chayal is there for IDF Lone Soldiers, every step of the way.
A Soldier’s proudest moment, the moment he stands at the base of the holiest place on earth and makes his oath to risk life and limb to protect his brothers and sisters in our holy land.
As the beret is placed on his shoulder, the IDF Lone soldier is filled with pride, and just a little bit of pain.
Due to COVID regulations and travel restrictions, his parents were unable to attend this momentous occasion and, while his Israeli counterparts are surrounded by the love and support of their balloon bearing families, he walks away alone.
Passing through the crowd, the new Chayal spots a familiar face.
Mordy Botnick runs up to him and envelopes him in a warm embrace.
He is there. His wife is there. His family is there.
In good times and through the challenging times, Rabbi Botnick and Chayal el Chayal provide a support system to lean on, a shoulder to cry on, and a beaming smile of pride when they hear about incredible accomplishments.
Chayal El Chayal is a lifeline to IDF Lone Soldiers as they work tirelessly to ensure that the soldiers’ physical, emotional, psychological needs are taken care of in the best way possible.
Now, you can partner with Chayal el Chayal in the priceless aid that they provide for IDF Lone Soldiers, every single day, by joining the Chayal El Chayal raffle.
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