The ISEF Foundation

X Caption As 2026 begins, we thank the donors who made stability possible for ISEF students this year. Your support funded scholarships, mentorship, and guidance across campuses. You helped students stay focused, persist academically, and grow with confidence. Happy New Year!

This year, ISEF expanded support across Israel through scholarships, mentoring, leadership development, and strong community frameworks. Students did not walk their academic path alone. Alumni gave back. If you wish to support, click the link below. iseffoundation.org/many-ways-to-g…

The Nesher Academy supports students from Nesher as they transition into higher education, often while balancing financial pressure and military or national service. Its opening showed why community matters. For ISEF students, belonging is what keeps them moving forward.

Our students began their mentoring program, building skills in communication, teamwork, and mentoring. Their growth reflects ISEF’s mission to prepare leaders who open paths for others. Join us in shaping future leaders.

This Hanukkah, ISEF students at the @fiverr offices in Tel Aviv shared their hopes for peace, purpose, and success. Thank you for standing with them and Happy Hannukah! Watch their wishes and keep supporting ISEF. iseffoundation.org/many-ways-to-g…

ISEF celebrates Prof. @EliAvraham2015 and his book From David to Goliath. His work studies media bias, global perception, and rising antisemitism. Donor support helps graduates reach this level. Link to the book: carmelph.co.il/product/from-d…

Our Northern Program opened the year with strong purpose. Tal Elbusi, ISEF proj manager, and Dana Segal from Braude College welcomed students, and Prof. Osnat Akirav inspired them with her story of activism and leadership. This is the future of Israel!

This Hannukah, we thank our donors and community. Your commitment keeps education steady and shared for ISEF scholars across Israel. You create belonging that lasts beyond the season. Hannukah sameach.

Benardete Bridge To College opened with powerful stories from Eden Ganem, a proud parent and ISEF alumnus Guy Zuzut. The program supports at-risk teens in five underserved areas with weekly mentoring that helps them earn their diplomas. Learn more. iseffoundation.org/programs/bridg…

ISEF supports young students and also scholars already deep in their academic journey. The PhD Program opened with guidance from our leadership and insight from alumna Prof. Simcha Getahune. Donor support helps these scholars continue toward advanced research. Join us.

Eden almost stopped her studies after her cousin was kidnapped on October 7. Her family rallied for him and she led an event on campus in his name. With ISEF’s support she began university two months later.

Each year the Joe Aiken Award celebrates a student who combines strong scientific achievement with a life shaped by values. Join us in supporting the students who carry this legacy forward. iseffoundation.org/many-ways-to-g…

Congratulations to Prof. Yitschak Biton, M.D. His DUN'S 100 recognition as one of Israel’s top cardiology and arrhythmia experts reflects a career built on global excellence, from Sheba to Harvard to MGH. His journey shows the impact of your support.

“Without ISEF I wouldn’t have been able to start on this path.” Eden faced fear and uncertainty yet stayed committed to her future. Watch her story this Giving Tuesday and help more students continue their studies. Donate here: iseffoundation.org/many-ways-to-g…

The ISEF Central Program opened the year with a leadership gathering. Inna Bernfeld Geisman shared guidance and Prof. Asher Bashiri gave a lecture that helped students set goals for the year ahead. Wishing all our students a strong and rewarding year.

Gratitude rises as we honor the donors and partners who support ISEF scholars. Your commitment helps students achieve academic goals that strengthen communities. Happy Thanksgiving!

Eden’s understanding of “hero” changed when her cousin was taken during the October 7 attack after helping others to safety. Her family waited two years with faith and determination. ISEF stands with students who continue forward with strength and community.

We are proud to launch the Har-Even Scholarship for Space Research, honoring Avi Har-Even’s legacy and supporting Israel’s future in space science. 5 awards of 25,000 NIS for master’s students will open new paths for research, innovation and leadership. tinyurl.com/2t8h5sus

At 15, Itzhak Kontsevoy came alone from Kazakhstan to Israel. As a lone soldier, he served Israel. Now, as an ISEF scholar, and a student in business and entrepreneurship, his story embodies one of courage, community and possibility.

“It’s not a scholarship. It’s a home.” Zeneva arrived at ISEF after years of carrying his challenges on his own. Here he found peers who understood his background and mentors who encouraged his growth. Your support helped him finish his doctorate with strength and stability.