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BSI supported agricultural farms in all combat zones, addressing labor shortages caused by the evacuation of workers and the departure of foreign laborers. Volunteers engaged in harvesting ripe fruits and vegetables, as well as planting and sowing. Hundreds of volunteers, including pre-military academy students, contributed approximately 63,000 volunteer days. Activities took place in dozens of communities across the country, particularly in the south and north.

During the first three months of the war, BSI, in collaboration with World Central Kitchen and the Jewish Federations of North America, provided over 500,000 hot meals to children, the elderly, and displaced families. Meals were distributed in coordination with local authorities and additional partners, ensuring food security for those facing the hardships of displacement.

The Michamim serve as safe spaces providing educational, emotional, and social support for children and youth from frontline communities and evacuation hotels. These centers offer a stable framework for formal studies, informal enrichment activities, and emotional support to help children cope with their complex reality. Over 80 Michamim were established in partnership with organizations specializing in education and enrichment.

The October 7 attack and the ensuing war left hundreds of thousands of civilians homeless. The Evacuee Management Unit was established by BSI to provide immediate and comprehensive support to those affected. The unit assisted hundreds of thousands of evacuees at over 350 sites nationwide, with volunteers providing essential needs, setting up kindergartens, operating supplemental education centers, and organizing job fairs, recreational activities, and relief programs. Command and logistics centers were set up in Eilat, the Dead Sea, Mitzpe Ramon, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Herzliya, Netanya, Haifa, Tiberias, and regional councils across the country.

At the outbreak of the war, the command center took on the urgent mission of locating missing persons amid chaos and uncertainty. Within days, hundreds of volunteers from the tech, intelligence, and social media sectors were recruited to analyze data using advanced methodologies. Over an intensive month, the command center gathered information from various sources, analysed thousands of videos using AI technology, and created detailed profiles of missing and abducted individuals. Led by Ari Harel and Professor Karine Nahon, this initiative produced high-quality intelligence that was shared with security agencies and contributed to life-saving efforts.

This initiative aimed to boost the morale of soldiers and their families. About 150 volunteers prepared high-quality meals, served at uplifting events that included performances. Dozens of events were held, providing meals to thousands of soldiers, creating moments of unity and joy.

BSI, along with "Brothers in Arms" volunteers, rescued more than 1,000 pets left behind due to the fighting in the south and the evacuation of communities. Efforts included capturing, feeding, and caring for animals in besieged areas and evacuation centers. Additionally, donations worth approximately 1.5 million NIS were collected for purchasing supplies and medical care for affected animals. The initiative was carried out in cooperation with private rescuers, the Ministry of Environmental Protection, and various animal welfare organizations.

Factory Assistance - BSI supported approximately 30 factories along the northern and southern borders that faced challenges due to labor shortages caused by evacuations, reserve duty, or injuries. In collaboration with regional councils, factories in need of assistance were identified, and hundreds of volunteers provided over 4,000 workdays. Additionally, guidance was given on securing grants and benefits from public and private sources. This support helped ensure economic continuity in these regions.

During the war, BSI provided comprehensive assistance to the Bedouin community, including the establishment of protected spaces, distribution of food and medical supplies, support for affected families, and assistance with temporary employment solutions in southern factories and the agriculture sector. As part of the activities, thousands of daily food portions and first aid kits were distributed, containers were converted into bomb shelters, and emergency team trainings were conducted. Currently, the Civilian Operations Room is working with the Bedouin community on projects aimed at nurturing young leadership within the Bedouin community and strengthening the sense of belonging.