Nevut, also known as International Lone Soldiers, is a charitable organization that financially supports American citizens who either have fought or are seeking to fight on behalf of the State of Israel. ^{1 2}

Background

Founded in 2017, Nevut (Hebrew for “navigation”), also known as International Lone Soldiers, is a charitable organization that financially supports American citizens seeking to fight on behalf of the nation of Israel. It also helps American veterans of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) transition into civilian life through programs and resources. ^{3 1 4}

Activities

In July 2025, The Intercept published a report on Nevut’s recent activities in the United States. Nevut had organized parties and meetings between Americans who volunteered to serve in the Israel Defense Forces and right-of-center Daily Wire commentator Ben Shapiro, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives, and New York Mayor Eric Adams (D). According to the report, Nevut at the time operated across 22 states. Nevut was one of at least 20 American organizations funding “lone soldier” programs in Israel and had spent over $26 million since 2020 on everything from recruitment to support for soldiers and veterans. ¹

Financials

In 2023, Nevut reported $503,741 in total revenue, $321,494 in total expenses, and ended the year with $228,284 in net assets. ⁵

Funding

In 2021, Nevut received $25,000 from the National Philanthropic Trust. ⁶

In 2023, Nevut received $6,600 from the National Philanthropic Trust. ⁷

In 2023, Nevut received $5,075 from the Cross River Community Foundation. ⁸

In 2023, Nevut received $54,010 from the Jewish Communal Fund. ⁹

In 2023, Nevut received $11,800 from the Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund. ¹⁰

In 2023, International Lone Soldiers received $6,214 from the American Online Giving Foundation. ¹¹

From 2020 to 2023, Nevut received $32,500 from the Jeanette and H. Peter Kriendler Charitable Trust. ^{12 13 14 15}

Leadership

As of 2025, Ari Abramowitz was Nevut’s executive director. He was also the founder of the organization as well as a soldier in the Israeli military. David Devor was the chair of the board at the time. ¹⁶

1. Gee, Georgia; Lacy, Akela. “U.S. Nonprofits Funnel Millions to Israeli Army Volunteers.” The Intercept, July 19, 2025. Accessed August 14, 2025. https://theintercept.com/2025/07/19/lone-soldiers-israel-gaza-idf/.
2. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). International Lone Soldiers. 2023. Part I, line 1.
3. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). International Lone Soldiers. 2023. Box L.
4. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). International Lone Soldiers. 2023. Part III – Statement of Program Service Accomplishments.
5. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). International Lone Soldiers. 2023. Part I, lines 12, 18, 22.
6. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). National Philanthropic Trust. 2021. Schedule I. Part II – Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations Domestic Governments.
7. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). National Philanthropic Trust. 2023. Schedule I. Part II – Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations Domestic Governments.
8. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Cross River Community Foundation. 2023. Part XV. 3 – Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment.
9. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Jewish Communal Fund. 2023. Schedule I. Part II – Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations Domestic Governments.
10. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund. 2023. Schedule I. Part II – Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations Domestic Governments.
11. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). American Online Giving Foundation. 2023. Schedule I. Part II – Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations Domestic Governments.
12. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Jeanette & H. Peter Kriendler Charitable Trust. 2020. Part XV. 3 – Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment.
13. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Jeanette & H. Peter Kriendler Charitable Trust. 2021. Part XV. 3 – Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment.
14. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Jeanette & H. Peter Kriendler Charitable Trust. 2022. Part XV. 3 – Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment.
15. Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990). Jeanette & H. Peter Kriendler Charitable Trust. 2023. Part XV. 3 – Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment.
16. “Leadership.” Nevut. Accessed August 14, 2025. https://nevut.org/our-team/.