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Zion Summer Camp
Zion Summer Camp
The highlight of every child’s year!
All year, Zion boys look forward to our energy-packed, two-week summer camp in August.
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Home for Teenage Girls
Home for Teenage Girls
Zion Orphanage accepts a new challenge.
Our new campus in the Jerusalem suburb of Mevaseret Zion is a lifeline – the girls' "second chance" to break free from a cycle of neglect and despair.
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Much of the roughly eight billion people in the world are closely following the 2026 Worl...
Our highly-successful "Mishpachtone" family units consist of an energetic young coupl...
Boys from our Zion Band and Choir recently spent many hours in a professional recording studi...
At Zion Orphanage, we emphasize our Jewish heritage as the "People of the Book."...
With seemingly boundless energy, Zion boys love to explore and play on our one-acre campu...
After a stimulating day at school, this Zion boy enjoys some gymnastics
One highlight of ZO's annual Summer Camp is rafting down the Jordan River, north of the Se...
There is nothing like music to light up the soul. At ZO, musical instruments are a powerfu...
Our Big Brother program is a crucial component of the Zion boys' development. With all th...
The Zion boys are full of healthy energy. Summer or winter, day or night, our new rooftop Sport...
This Thursday evening begins the festive holiday of Shavuot, the day on which over 3300 year...
Zion Orphanage prides itself on creating a sense of family and caring among the boys. Picture...
The Zion boys embody the Jewish teaching that ascribes unique power to an orphan's heartfelt prayer.
The Zion Choir performs at an event attended by guests and dignitaries. The choir, a sourc...
Photography is one of the most popular activities at Zion Orphanage. Here, one Zion boy take...
For most Zion boys, Hebrew is their only spoken language. Many visitors to our Jerusalem campu...
Zion Orphanage recently celebrated the publication of a stunning book that chronicles the century-plu...
In the days leading up to Purim, the Zion boys enjoy making their own masks. The process begin...
Computer skills are an essential part of today's education. Our dual-faceted course provide...
In anticipation of the festive holiday of Succot, the Zion boys are busy with an arts and craft...
Although drones have been in the news for their usage as vehicles of destruction, the Zio...
When you enter the courtyard of Zion Orphanage, you can hear sounds usually heard only in ...
Springtime generates feelings of renewal and vitality as expressed by fresh, blossoming flowers...
Through the generosity of a donor, the Zion boys were recently treated to an elaborate ic...
Over 100 years ago, our founder Rabbi A.Y. Blumenthal emphasized confidence-building activitie...
Zion boys enjoy a camel ride in the Negev desert.
During the cold winter months, the Zion boys require quality blankets in order to sleep comfortabl...
Every child loves birthday gifts
A special springtime treat is an outing to the local amusement park. Here, the Zion boys gai...

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Animal Therapy
Animal Therapy
at Zion's on-campus mini-zoo
Professional therapists help Zion boys heal their childhood trauma - opening new vistas of love and care.
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Nissim @Zion Orphanage
Nissim @Zion Orphanage
Jewish rap star films music video with Zion boys
Nissim Black, inspired by Zion Orphanage, composed the song "Change" about second chances to reach one's potential.
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Down Syndrome School
Down Syndrome School
Maximizing every child’s potential
Zion Orphanage provides precious Jewish children with the physical, emotional and educational needs they so richly deserve.
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Jerusalem’s
Jerusalem’s "Home of Miracles"
The world's longest-running home for Jewish children
For children from challenging circumstances, Zion Orphanage provides a stable, loving home – and a fair chance to succeed.
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Zion Orphanage, founded in 1899 in Jerusalem, is the world's oldest continuously running Jewish orphanage and is a recognized leader in orphan care.

At our campus in central Jerusalem, we provide more than 200 orphaned, homeless and disadvantaged children and youth, ages 3-22, with the warmth and care of a loving family.

We are proud to count some of Israel's brightest and best among our alumni: Knesset members, business leaders, and renowned professionals.

Your gift has everlasting impact, enabling each Zion boy reach his highest potential. Please join us in giving every boy his fair chance.

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