SparkIL, a collaborative effort with The Jewish Agency for Israel and The Ogen Group, designed to strengthen the bonds between Israel and the Diaspora in the most impactful way – through support for small businesses.
Read more
Choose businesses by region and/or category:
Currently residing in a temporary location, we cannot resume our operations and sell our products. With the assistance of a loan, we aim to restart our business by utilizing our food cart.
The loan will allow us to be more independent in managing our inventory and increase profits, as well as improve our marketing.
Due to the recent war, enrollment has significantly decreased, leaving me with only three children, insufficient to cover all expenses.
Currently residing in a temporary location, we cannot resume our operations and sell our products. With the assistance of a loan, we aim to restart our business by utilizing our food cart.
The trauma of the war affected my employee’s performance significantly, impacting the management and quality of maintenance, as well as my reputation as a gardener
Securing the loan will enable us to hire a researcher and facilitate translations in three languages: Hebrew, English, and Arabic. This will significantly enhance our ability to fulfill our mission effectively.
The loan will allow us to be more independent in managing our inventory and increase profits, as well as improve our marketing.
Because of the war, a situation has arisen in which insurance agents know less
During the war, we faced challenges as we were evacuated from Ashkelon, resulting in business closures and disrupted operations.
With the assistance of the loan, I intend to revitalize the business through targeted advertising campaigns and efforts to attract new clientele.
Purim, traditionally a peak time for events, has seen cancellations, perpetuating uncertainty and a fear of having to close down operations.
Obtaining a loan would greatly assist in improving the flow of our business during this complex period since we grow our vegetables in the Gaza Envelope.
Because of the war in Ukraine I came to Israel, opening a business as a new immigrant is not an easy situation.
Because of the war, we can’t finish projects because hiring workers and buying materials became insanely expensive.
Due to the ongoing conflict, there has been a decrease in business activity. People are prioritizing their spending differently, resulting in reduced sales.
When the war started, I was called up to serve (Order 8). Consequently, many of my clients suspended their subscriptions, and I still had to cover substantial expenses.
The loan is to cover the losses caused by the decrease in work in my field, especially in the southern region where I live and work.
At the onset of the war, all activities came to a halt. The city became inundated with evacuees, making it virtually impossible for me to seek alternative sources of income.
We are in the process of building a new coffee cart, which will be bigger and better equipped.A loan would help us cover the costs.
Since the onset of the war, we’ve seen a surge in requests from the southern region. This expansion called for additional staff, and the loan would assist.
In light of these circumstances, securing a loan is imperative to sustain the site’s growth and facilitate the creation of new courses during this challenging period.
A loan would provide essential financial support to help me navigate through these tough times and maintain stability in my business operations.
I have been released from reserve duty to return to my studies and operate the family business. Unfortunately, the various compensations from the state have not yet arrived and I need a loan.
A loan will be utilized to enhance our business operations by acquiring new tools and stands.
Our place of business and residence is in the city of Ashkelon which was impacted after the outbreak of the war.
With the outbreak of the war, many airlines stopped flying to Israel, and many tourists canceled pre-booked trips.
I need a loan to compensate for the loss of income and to buy new stock in order to increase the business due to the war.
I had to submit an application for a loan to help mitigate the impact of the war.
We managed to grow and employ three more employees from the ultra-Orthodox sector, and we need a loan to help put the business back on track and move forward.
After October 7th, I found myself in the same situation and now I want to expand my renovation and gardening business. I need help to make this a reality.
I reside in Netivot, only 12 km from the Gaza Strip. As a result, my projects were halted, and I did not receive compensation for this period.
We were supposed to have 21 planned events that were all canceled due to the war, and I need help to finance the shortfall.
the outbreak of war brought business activity to a halt, with events being canceled and a general decline in market activity due to the prevailing atmosphere.
The war forced our studio in the Gaza envelope to close as a large number of clients were evacuated. The loan will help us reopen!
The business is in Ashkelon, which suffered missiles and an attack in the war, I lost a lot of orders and the income decreased.
Since October 7 I have been on reserve duty. I had to close the business temporarily. My goal is to ensure the survival of the business.
The challenges began around October 7th, with work decreasing by 100%, the construction market coming to a halt, and a freeze in business for over two months.
During the war, our team provided crucial support and assistance to families in the South facing immense difficulties and hardships.
Since the war began, construction has halted, clients are canceling work contracts, and payments have been frozen. The loan would help us greatly!
The war severely impacted the national tourism business, leading to canceled bookings and a decline in visitors to the city. A loan would really help!
A loan will help me to cover the costs of materials and various supplies. This financial support will enable me to navigate through the challenges presented by the current circumstances.
After October 7, 2023, we realized that our business would be closed but we can volunteer our services to the community that was in trauma. The loan would help us continue.
On 7/10/23 my life and business stopped. We are still grieving a terrible loss and I need to keep my business running.
Due to the war, a number of projects were stopped, and the company voluntarily provided service to evacuees.The loan would get us back on track.
Following the war, many weddings were postponed and we have no cash flow. The loan will be utilized to settle payments to our suppliers.
Discover and lend to businesses that reflect your own values
Your loan supports the business owner, their community, and the country
The crowdfunding approach minimizes risk and maximizes opportunities for success
As the funds are repaid, give them new purpose by redirecting them to another business
Interest-free loans are good for the lender, the business, and the community
All businesses are vetted by SparkIL to validate their plan and social impact
100% of your loan goes to the business or businesses of your choosing.
No. In fact, please invite your friends in making an impact and helping a business in Israel flourish. If you are interested in funding the full loan amount, please email info@sparkil.org.
You will begin to receive monthly repayments after the campaign ends. The balance can be seen in you SparkIL account. SparkIL does not guarantee repayment but works diligently to ensure the borrowers pay back their loan in full.
A cross section of businesses, throughout Israeli society are encouraged to apply for a loan through SparkIL. The business owners fall within the social, economic, or geographic periphery of Israel. For more on that visit our impact page.
The SparkIL team works closely with the borrowers to promote the campaign in various mediums to ensure the loan is fully funded. In some cases, there are matching dollars that will be used if a campaign needs a boost. Most borrowers will still be able to use the money even if the loan is not fully funded.
We extend our heartfelt support and prayers to Jon Polin, the founding director of SparkIL, and his entire family, as their son Hersh was kidnapped and is held hostage by Hamas in Gaza. We pray for a safe and swift return for him and all those held in Gaza.
Small Israeli businesses need your support now more than ever. SparkIL has expanded the eligibility for recieving a loan to any business that has been affected by the war
