About SparkIL
SparkIL is a joint initiative of The Jewish Agency for Israel and The Ogen Group that serves all citizens of Israel. Our aim is to expand access to financial resources by providing interest-free micro-loans to Israeli business owners.
The power of SparkIL. Connecting a global community of lenders and local borrowers.
SparkIL is a non-profit peer-to-peer lending platform committed to supporting small businesses in Israel through interest-free loans. Our microloan borrowers often come from, or employ, marginalized social groups, and face challenges receiving the financial support needed from traditional financial institutions. These loans are often the stepping stones for these businesses to grow and succeed.
SparkIL electronic gift card - give a gift that helps make a difference!
When you gift a SparkIL electronic gift card, you empower the recipient to choose a small business they want to support. Your thoughtful gift enables them to make a direct impact, helping their selected business enhance and grow. By facilitating this personal connection, your generosity has the power to change lives and make a tangible impact on Israel’s economy.
Who can you surprise with a gift card?
If there’s someone in your life you’d like to give a meaningful gift to, consider purchasing an electronic gift card. This allows them to select and support a small Israeli business owner who needs help.
The gift is given in the form of an interest-free loan, and once the loan is repaid, the recipient of the gift card can “re-lend” their gift by selecting another business to support.
Contact us for detailed information on electronic gift cards and group purchases
It's the gift that keeps on giving!
The possibilities are endless! If you’re seeking inspiration, here are some fantastic options:
Esther Korin Yeshurun
Esther’s Kindergarten In Jerusalem
Due to the recent war, enrollment has significantly decreased, leaving me with only three children, insufficient to cover all expenses.
Hajbi Peretz
Irit’s Jachnun
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.
Hen Shmon Miara
Chen Gardens In The South
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
Manal Shalbi
Forum To Fight Violence
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.
Adam Shemesh
B-Green Beekeeping
The loan will allow us to be more independent in managing our inventory and increase profits, as well as improve our marketing.
Dina Tzitrenboim
Dina’s Insurance Agency
Because of the war, a situation has arisen in which insurance agents know less
Shlomo Lerrer
Shlomo’s Branding and Advertising
During the war, we faced challenges as we were evacuated from Ashkelon, resulting in business closures and disrupted operations.
Ella Bukobza
Ella’s Cosmetics In Ashkelon
With the assistance of the loan, I intend to revitalize the business through targeted advertising campaigns and efforts to attract new clientele.
Sarit & Sahar
Production Company by Sarit & Sahar
Purim, traditionally a peak time for events, has seen cancellations, perpetuating uncertainty and a fear of having to close down operations.
Shmuel Refael
Shmuel’s Gaza Envelope Lettuce
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.
Alexei Gildenberg
Optic Fibers With Alexei
Because of the war in Ukraine I came to Israel, opening a business as a new immigrant is not an easy situation.
Sean Dvash
S. D Construction and Renovation
Because of the war, we can’t finish projects because hiring workers and buying materials became insanely expensive.
Daniel Gabay
Daniel’s Iphones In Jerusalem
Due to the ongoing conflict, there has been a decrease in business activity. People are prioritizing their spending differently, resulting in reduced sales.
Maor Levi
Maor’s Fitness Studio In Gedera
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.
Naftali Tzvi Bloya
Naftali’s Crane In The South
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.
Dolev Aran
Documentation & Photography By Dolev
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.
Yuval Golan
Yuval’s Coffee Cart in the Arava
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.
Avraham Menachem Eisenbach
Assistive Learning In Bnei Brak
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.
Shulamit Halamish
Private Lessons with Shulamit
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.
Natali Gannon
Interior Design with Natali
A loan would provide essential financial support to help me navigate through these tough times and maintain stability in my business operations.
Koren Eldar
Koren’s Electricity
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.
Avraham Ovadia
Ovadia Aluminum and Frames
A loan will be utilized to enhance our business operations by acquiring new tools and stands.
Ido Bar On
Accounting with Ido
Our place of business and residence is in the city of Ashkelon which was impacted after the outbreak of the war.
Igor Dogmarov
Tours in Israel with Igor
With the outbreak of the war, many airlines stopped flying to Israel, and many tourists canceled pre-booked trips.
Menahem Mendel Butman
Menahem’s Religious Articles
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.
Yosef Peki
Yossef’s Mechanics In The North
I had to submit an application for a loan to help mitigate the impact of the war.
Shalom Frider
Haredi Catering From Jerusalem
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.
Ofer Alfasi
Ofer The War Time Gardener
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.
Moti Cohen
Hapassage Burger In Sderot
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.
Ravid Zer
Carpentry Lessons With Ravid
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.
Shmura
Support Association For Working Women
During the war, our team provided crucial support and assistance to families in the South facing immense difficulties and hardships.
Dina Meir
Rachel’s Architecture In Jerusalem
Since the war began, construction has halted, clients are canceling work contracts, and payments have been frozen. The loan would help us greatly!
Shriki Shlomo Nissim
Electricity Services In Netivot
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.
Roey Yehuda Levy
Roey’s Event Bar
We were supposed to have 21 planned events that were all canceled due to the war, and I need help to finance the shortfall.
Hadar Kimel
Hadar’s Online Gift Boutique
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.
Shay Mazal Levy
Shai’s Pilates in Netivot and Rishon
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!
Celebrate Bnei Mitzvah
Celebrate New Job Archievements
Honor Engagements and Weddings
Commemorate Graduation
Share Holiday Joy
And the list goes on… Get ready to make someone’s day with a SparkIL gift card!
It's the gift that keeps on giving!
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Now How It Works for Gift Card Recipients
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Once the “loan” is repaid, they have the option to select another business to support or to withdraw the amount.
