ABOUT US

When I founded Smiles for the Kids, my mission was simple: bring joy and hope to children who needed it most. When I was drafted into the Israel Defense Forces, I discovered that the same spirit of giving and compassion was desperately needed for our brave chayalim (soldiers).

Smiles for Chayalim bridges my experience creating meaningful impact through Smiles for the Kids with the insights I've gained serving alongside Israel's defenders.

The Reality Behind the Uniform

As someone who has lived both sides as a civilian supporter and now as a soldier, I understand the unique challenges our chayalim face. This blog shares the real experiences of soldiers who put their lives on the line every day.

War touches entire families. While soldiers face physical dangers and emotional stress in the field, their loved ones at home carry their own burden of worry, uncertainty, and sacrifice. We explore both the soldier's reality and the profound impact on families who wait and hope on the home front.

The Power of Global Support

What amazes me is witnessing the incredible outpouring of support from people worldwide and across Israel. Every care package, hot meal, comfort item, and moment volunteering for a base BBQ creates ripple effects extending far beyond the immediate gesture.

Through my dual perspective having organized support as a civilian and now receiving it as a soldier, I've seen how simple donations lift spirits during dark moments, strengthen resolve when hope wavers, and remind our defenders they are not forgotten.

Creating Lasting Impact

This platform educates those wanting to understand military life beyond headlines, honors families whose sacrifices often go unrecognized, and shows supporters worldwide how their contributions make a difference.

Support for our chayalim isn't just about meeting immediate needs. It's about building lasting bonds of solidarity that strengthen our entire community. When someone sends care packages or organizes base visits, they become part of a chain of compassion creating lasting impact in ways they may never realize.

Our Mission

Smiles for Chayalim continues the legacy of meaningful connection that began with Smiles for the Kids, focusing on a community I now understand intimately. Through authentic storytelling and highlighting the incredible support network sustaining our military community, we bridge gaps between civilian and military communities while showcasing the profound impact of global support efforts.

Every smile we helped create for children taught us that small acts of compassion transform lives. Every smile we help bring to soldiers and their families proves that same truth in an equally powerful context.

Join us in this mission. Every story matters, every act of support creates impact, and every connection makes our community stronger.