Population and Community
The population of Neve Tzuf is varied both in age and background.  Its founders now age 50 and over, were joined over the years by a large number of young people broadening the age span, which presently represents all age groups. Immigrants from various countries as well as native Israelis make up the residents of Neve Tzuf adding a colorful makeup to the population. Many are originally from English speaking countries including the community’s rabbi who is formerly from the United States.
The community of Neve Tzuf is known for its charitable activity on behalf of people in need, both within and outside of the village, as well as for its tradition of mutual aid extended to community members – during times of both happiness and difficulty.
The community village features a central Ashkenazi synagogue as well as additional Mizrachi and Yemenite synagogues.  A varied program of Torah classes and lectures are offered by the community’s Rabbi as well as other community members and guests.

Education
An extensive educational system is available for Neve Tzuf residents they include a daycare center, family childcare centers and kindergartens providing care for children from three months to post-kindergarten age.  Elementary school age children study at the local State-religious school until grade six,  youth in Junior High and High school study in Regional or National educational institutions. Boys, study at the Talmon junior high school and at other yeshiva high schools, and the girls attend the ulpana in Ofra or at other high schools of their choice.  Transportation to the local schools is provided by the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council.

Additional Services
A variety of services and facilities are available within the community they include a Leumit Health Fund clinic that provides services throughout the week; a men’s and a women’s mikveh; a dental clinic; an active library offering literary and reference books; a grocery store; and an indoor swimming pool that is open almost all year round.

Employment
Most of the community’s inhabitants are employed outside of the settlement, in the Tel Aviv or Jerusalem areas, which are approximately a 30-40 minute drive. Due to the village’s proximity to major employment centers in the country there are a variety of professional opportunities available.  In addition there are a considerable number of sources of employment within the community and the surrounding area in education, services and private businesses. 

Housing Options

Rental during the first year: 

• Pre-fabricated housing (3 rooms) – $90 a month
• Pre-fabricated housing (4 rooms) – $110 a month

Temporary housing:

• Houses of different sizes for rent – between $200 and $350.

Permanent housing:

• The community’s new neighborhood has several 100 sq. m. houses (4 rooms) with the option for a 60 sq. m. extension.   The cost of a house is $115,000. 
• Additional houses with assorted floor plans and prices are also for sale.
• A new neighborhood featuring ‘Build-your-own-home’ building plots is currently being planned.

Preferred Terms

• Five month beginner Ulpan: to be held in the village or at the local ulpan in the nearby community of Ofra, depending on the number of students.  Should the need arise and to the extent that it is possible, a second more advanced ulpan will be offered for an additional six months.
• Individual tutoring geared towards improving Hebrew language skills and facilitating social adjustment.
• General enrichment studies in Israeli geography, current events, history and Judaism.
• A local family to provide personal guidance for each immigrant family.
• Subsidized enrichment studies for children.
• An exemption from property and local taxes for the first year.
• Reduced rent.
• A furnished apartment equipped with basic amenities.
• The option to buy permanent housing under preferred terms.
• Professional consulting for entrepreneurs.
• Assistance in finding employment.

For further information and contact persons
In the community: Amy Rosenbluh - 054-5709061 rosenbluha@yahoo.com

At the Settlement Division: Dan Bismuth – 02-6202224 / Michal Seluk – 02-6204568

Last Updated April 20, 2006