Bustan Thom (Thom’s Orchard) was established in 2010 in order to continue the values of Captain Thom Farkas, a fighter pilot that was killed in 2006, during the Second Lebanon War, while on his way back from a mission in Lebanon trying to stop the bombardment of the Hezbollah rockets.
Thom loved life and everything they had to offer. In his humble and special way, Thom shined in everything he chose to do, but above all he shined as a person.
The Orchard, which symbolized has been established to by which Thom and many other soldiers risked their lives to ensure the continuation and safe existence for the rest of the citizens of Israel and Jews all over.
Bustan Thom is an environmental, ecological, educational center -symbolizes LIFE, co-existence of man with nature and man with man. It teaches about taking personal reasonability for the country and the society we live in. It encourages thoughtfulness and fairness.