Soldiers and volunteers sharing a candlelit meal under hanging lights

The Lights of Orit · Est. October 2023

The Lights of Orit — bringing light and support to Israel's soldiers, veterans and families. What if no soldier ever felt forgotten?

Freshly made Shabbat meals, vital supplies and events dedicated to Israel's active soldiers, reservists, and families.

We deliverwarm mealsto the front line.

Stand with our soldiers

Your gift brings light to our soldiers

Every contribution funds meals, supplies and morale support — delivered directly by our volunteers.

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Secure giving via IsraelGives · 100% reaches the field

500+
Active Volunteers
100+
Evenings of Appreciation
12,000+
Meals Delivered
24/7
Field Support
12,000+ meals delivered100+ evenings of appreciationSupplies to the front lineNo soldier forgottenDignity restored

Our approach

A holistic approach to humanitarian care

Founded in the wake of October 7th, we mobilize to meet physical and emotional needs where they are most acute.

Explore what we do
01

Care

Hygiene kits, warm clothing and essential equipment delivered directly to remote bases and field units.

02

Community

A network of volunteers across Israel who bridge the gap between civilians and the soldiers who protect them.

03

Nourishment

Home-cooked Shabbat meals that offer more than sustenance — they offer a taste of home on the front line.

04

Hope

Evenings of appreciation with music, hot food and therapeutic support to restore morale and resilience.

From the Founder

A Personal Message from Me

Since October 7, I wake up every morning with a deep sense of purpose. On that day, I simply lit a small match, but together we have created a great light that reaches our soldiers wherever they are.

I see the hundreds of volunteers, the mothers who cook with love, the drivers who set out at all hours, the therapists who provide strength and support to our soldiers, the parents whose children are serving on the front lines, and the bereaved families who choose to transform their pain into acts of giving.

Each and every one of them is a light.

I am deeply grateful to everyone who travels this journey with us, and together we will continue to stand by the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces and those who are in need.

With love and gratitude,

Orit Cohen Peleg

Founder and Chairwoman

The Lights of Orit Association

Orit Cohen Peleg, founder of The Lights of Orit

Your impact

Every gift becomes visible action

Your contribution goes directly to the meals, logistics and supplies that bring hope to thousands.

01

A warm Shabbat meal

Home-cooked Shabbat meals and a personal hygiene kit delivered directly to soldiers in the field.

02

An evening of appreciation

Nourishment, music and morale support for a unit returning from the front line.

03

Support for a reservist family

Food, supplies and steady support for families of reservists facing real financial strain.

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Be part of the light

No soldier forgotten or left in the dark.

Your gift becomes a warm meal, a hygiene kit on the front line, an evening of hope.

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