New Prize to Honor English-language Immigrants' Contributions to Israel

The launch of a new award aimed at honoring outstanding contributions to Israeli society by immigrants from English-speaking countries was announced by Nefesh B'Nefesh on Wednesday.

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The Absorption Ministry immigration assistance group is inviting the public to nominate candidates for the competition, titled 'Bonei Zion' (The builders of Zion). A $10,000 prize will be awarded to nominees in five separate categories: Science and Medicine, Education and Non-Profit, IDF and National Service, Entrepreneurship and Technology, and Culture, Sports and Art.

Many English-speaking Olim are accomplishing remarkable things in Israel, and it is important to recognize these contributions, said Co-Founder and Executive Director Rabbi Yehoshua Fass. We believe that accentuating the achievements of Western Olim will be a catalyst to inspire others to make Aliyah and help make a difference to our young country.

According to the award's press release, it seeks to honor contributions that 'encapsulate the spirit of modern-day Zionism by contributing in a significant way towards developing the State of Israel.'

In order to be eligible for consideration, candidates must be immigrants from an English-speaking country (Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, USA and Canada).