Special in Uniform gives young Israelis with disabilities the opportunity to train, serve in the Israel Defense Forces, and prepare for greater independence. Through Jewish National Fund-USA’s partnership, participants build practical skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to Israeli society.

  • Special in Uniform participants celebrating during an outdoor military ceremony.
  • Special in Uniform soldier in IDF uniform saluting during base induction ceremony.

  • A Place to Serve and Belong

    The program includes 1,100 soldiers with disabilities serving across 50 military bases from Israel’s North to South. Roles range from logistics and emergency readiness to intelligence, vehicle maintenance, and support for the Iron Dome program.

  • Skills for Life Beyond the Base

    Service helps young adults develop workplace experience, friendships, and independence while giving families meaningful support. Bound by Bravery pairs wounded IDF veterans with Special in Uniform participants for therapeutic activities that foster empathy, resilience, and shared growth.

Funding Opportunities

ProgramGiving Level
Bound by Bravery Program$10,000 per pair / $100,000 per group
Adopt a Special in Uniform Soldier$5,000 per soldier / $100,000 per unit
Soldier & Canine Training Program$3,600 per soldier / $36,000 per unit
Pre-IDF Training$25,000 per group
Communications and Social Skills Training$15,000 per group
Independent Living Skills Training$2,500 per soldier / $10,000 per group
Special in Uniform Band$5,000 per soldier
Hearing Impaired Program$1,800 per soldier

* All opportunities are subject to availability.

Support Special in Uniform

Your gift can help advance the programs and opportunities described above. Help Jewish National Fund-USA strengthen the land and people of Israel.

For other giving opportunities, call 800.JNF.0099.

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