In the aftermath of the tragic attacks by Hamas on October 7th, Israel mobilized over 350,000 reserve duty soldiers. Reservists are volunteers from all walks of life—they can be parents, teachers, doctors, college students, business executives, men and women. They left their families and lives to defend our country. After three months of painful sacrifice, many thousands are transitioning back into civilian life. Now, more than ever, reservists need our support. 

With your support, we will establish Israel’s first of its kind Miluim Center: a home for reserve soldiers and their families to gather, support each other, volunteer and learn. Reservists and commanders will also have access to Pakal’s wide array of community building tools and training workshops that will strengthen their resilience and support systems to thrive as a community and reintegrate into civilian life. 

About the Merage Foundation: 

Merage Foundation Israel is the family foundation of David and Laura Merage of Denver Colorado. Since 1998, the foundation meets its goal of strengthening a prosperous and cohesive Israeli society through a variety social and economic endeavors. The Foundation established Pakal with the deep understanding of the importance of the Reserve Duty in Israeli society. We invite you to join us in this mission. Your donation will be matched by the Merage Foundation.