A True Home for Lone Soldiers in Israel

Benji’s Home in Ra’anana is one of the most meaningful projects created to support Lone Soldiers serving in the IDF. It was founded by the Benji Hillman Foundation, established in memory of the late Major Benji Hillman z”l, a commander in the Egoz Reconnaissance Unit, who fell during the Second Lebanon War.

The vision behind the foundation is clear: to provide every Lone Soldier in Israel with a warm home, a supportive community, and a genuine opportunity to integrate into Israeli society even after completing their service.

What is Benji’s Home?

Benji’s Home is much more than a house — it’s a full center of life.

The home provides Lone Soldiers with:

• Comfortable, well-equipped living quarters.
• Fresh, hot meals every day.
• Laundry services, internet, and TV.
• A welcoming yard, quiet rest areas, and above all — a strong sense of community.

In addition, Benji’s Home runs a Guidance and Support Center that helps Lone Soldiers navigate critical crossroads both before and after discharge. This includes guidance in studies, career planning, and personal life.

Lone Soldiers and the Need for Benji’s Home

Without a close family network in Israel, Lone Soldiers often face overwhelming challenges:

• Nowhere to go on weekends and holidays.
• Isolation during army leave.
• Difficulty balancing demanding service with everyday civilian needs.

Benji’s Home was built to meet exactly these needs. It offers not only a roof over their heads, but also warmth, belonging, and true human connection.

Meaning and Legacy

Benji’s Home is more than just a social initiative — it is also a living memorial to the legacy of Major Benji Hillman z”l. His values — Zionism, love of the land, caring for others, and mutual responsibility — live on in every activity within the home.

Summary

Benji’s Home is one of Israel’s most important initiatives for Lone Soldiers. It provides them with a real home, a supportive community, and ongoing assistance that continues even after their discharge from the army.

For Lone Soldiers, it means knowing that while they may be far from family, they are never truly alone — because they have Benji’s Home.