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Matriculation Grant for Ethiopian-Israeli HS Students in Ashdod
Budget supplement for HS students preparing for matriculation. Covers tutoring, exam fees, and study materials. Available via ENP in schools across 32 cities.
About Ashdod
Ashdod, one of Israel's largest cities, is home to a large and well-rooted Israeli-Ethiopian community that arrived in the first waves of aliyah. The city offers a variety of properties — from apartments in established neighbourhoods to new projects — alongside an extensive network of community services and institutions.
Who is eligible?
Ethiopian-Israeli high-school students in grades 10-12 attending schools participating in ENP (32 cities, including Netanya, Rishon, Rehovot, Be'er Sheva).
What's included?
- Tutoring (math, English, advanced subjects)
- Matriculation exam fees
- Books and study materials
- Personal community mentor
- Matriculation prep workshops
How to apply
- Talk to school counselor — check if school participates in ENP
- If yes — fill out ENP form (via school)
- Approval within 4 weeks
- Aid begins immediately
Ethiopian community in Ashdod
- Community population
- ~15,000
- Share of city
- ~7%
- Main neighbourhoods
- ד', ה', ז'
- Community services
- ENP, NATAL, תנה בריאות
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FAQ — Ashdod
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Ashdod?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Ashdod numbers approximately ~15,000 residents — around ~7% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: ד', ה', ז'.
- How do I claim Matriculation Grant for Ethiopian-Israeli HS Students in Ashdod?
- Apply via the relevant government body in Ashdod. For support: ENP, NATAL, תנה בריאות.
- What community support is available in Ashdod for this right?
- In Ashdod, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, NATAL, תנה בריאות.
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