Barkan

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About Barkan

Founded in 1981 by a group of ideological pioneers including many Jews who made aliyah after escaping persecution in the former Soviet Union, Barkan has grown and prospered continuously since that time. Inspired by the late Prime Minister Menachem Begin’s dedication towards rebuilding Judea and Samaria, Barkan’s first pioneers established the community on a barren hilltop with a shared commitment to do their part in restoring the Biblical Heartland. Over time, Barkan has grown into a thriving, suburban-style community with homes, gardens and a large industrial park. The future is only up for Barkan!

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Current Projects

Raising funds for their playground

Perched on a windswept hilltop in the Hebron Hills, the young community of Avigayil is home to brave families raising children in one of Israel’s most remote areas. Without a proper playground, children play on rocky terrain, and families lack a central place to gather. The residents of Avigayil are determined to build a safe and joyful playground—but they can’t do it alone. With your partnership, this dream can become a place of laughter, connection, and community spirit.

Raising $68,440

Help the Children of Avigayil

Raising funds for their library

Isolated and underdeveloped, the community of Avigayil relies on its small library as a lifeline for education and community life. With your help, this modest space can be expanded and upgraded to better serve its growing population. Your gift will provide new furnishings and much-needed renovations—turning the library into a true center for growth, learning, and unity in this remote corner of Judea.

Raising $51,470

Help Expand the Library in Avigayil