The Atalef Foundation was established 40 years ago by the Shayetet 13 alumni.
Shayetet 13 is the Israeli Navy commando unit, the leading Elite Special Forces units in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operating in the Sea, On Land and in the Air.
Soldiers in the unit undergo a long and difficult training system that includes –
Infantry training, underwater combat training, guerilla warfare, anti terrorist tactics, parachuting and various other classified combat proficiencies.
The Atalef Foundation Vision:
Support Shayetet 13 & leverage the unique human assets of S-13 alumni to develop strong, passionate & socially responsible leaders for the betterment of Israeli society
Among the Foundation’s goals are:
a. To assist S-13 alumni reach their full potential to better their lives as well as to create a pool of involved and caring citizens.
b. Educate and promote the heritage and traditions of the Shayetet 13 for Jewish generations to come.
c. Create a platform for reserve soldiers (Shayetet graduates) for a better civil life (networking, jobs, scholarship)
d. Cater for Shayetet 13 soldiers’ special needs (social welfare, family help).
e. Encourage teenagers to volunteer for the Shayetet 13.
The Atalef Foundation
for the Shayetet 13 commando unit
22nd floor, Gibor Sport Building
7Begin Road, Ramat-Gan 52521
Tel: +972-3-6128666
Fax: +972-3-6110600
info@atalef.com
