Michael Freund, founder of Shavei Israel, has spent decades reconnecting hidden Jewish communities with Judaism. Shavei Israel assists the Bnei Menashe community of India in making aliyah. It has helped numerous other communities, such as the Subbotnik Jews in Russia, find their way back to Jewish life. The organization provides vital resources, including Torah scrolls, religious books, and Hebrew language courses. Shavei Israel also focuses on helping Jewish communities access kosher food, build mikvahs, and celebrate Jewish holidays.