Happy AFMDA NYC Gala Day! We will be sharing highlights all throughout the evening, so stay tuned!

An unforgettable evening. An extraordinary lineup. One lifesaving mission. ✨ The Los Angeles Gala is almost here! Join American Friends of Magen David Adom on November 4 in Beverly Hills for a special evening celebrating the lifesaving work of Magen David Adom. We are proud to honor Sharon Osbourne with the Champion for Israel Award and Wilshire Boulevard Temple with the L’Dor V’Dor Legacy Award, with Jacki Karsh serving as master of ceremonies. Every generation answers the call. Will you answer yours? Reserve your seat now before it's too late! f.mtr.cool/kp4wqwuvml

Magen David Adom is always one step ahead. From groundbreaking advancements at the Marcus National Blood Services Center to the lifesaving work of the Sussman Family Foundation Human Milk Bank, innovation is at the heart of MDA's mission. In this week's #MDAMonday, Lianne Leventhal highlights how MDA continues to push boundaries through technology and innovation to better serve the people of Israel. Because MDA is more than lifesaving. It's hope, innovation and resilience.

How will YOU answer the call? Every day, Magen David Adom answers the call to save lives across Israel. Now, award-winning actress Tovah Feldshuh is answering hers, and she's inviting you to join her! Tovah will be joining us at three upcoming galas in support of MDA's lifesaving mission: 📍 New York City | October 27 📍 Boston | November 12 📍 Miami | December 17 MDA answers the call every day. Now it's your turn. Join Tovah in making a lifesaving difference! Register for a gala near you: f.mtr.cool/ghk779m4gw

Every second counts when lives are on the line. Magen David Adom teams respond to emergencies across Israel every day, but saving lives requires more than courage and dedication. It requires the right equipment. From lifesaving medical supplies to essential emergency response equipment, every resource helps MDA teams provide critical care when it's needed most. You can help equip MDA teams with the tools they need to save lives. Donate today: f.mtr.cool/h9p85wdjxv

Shabbat Shalom from MDA's newest little arrival! When a 25-year-old mother in northern Israel went into labor, she and her husband called Magen David Adom, hoping to make it to the hospital in time. But their baby girl had other plans! With the help of MDA senior EMT Hussani Dalasha and volunteer lead paramedic Shay Ashkenazi, a healthy baby girl was born right inside an MDA ambulance. For Hussani, a father of two and MDA volunteer for 12 years, the moment was especially meaningful. "As a father myself, this moment touched me especially deeply," he shared. As we welcome Shabbat, we're celebrating the dedicated MDA teams who help bring new life into the world. Wishing everyone a peaceful Shabbat filled with love, joy and new beginnings. Shabbat Shalom!

As emergencies become more frequent, how can nonprofits build lasting support beyond moments of crisis? In a new opinion piece for The Algemeiner, AFMDA CEO Catherine Reed explores why nonprofits must shift their focus from emergency fundraising to long-term resilience. From investing in mental health resources and recognizing the dedication of staff and volunteers to strengthening donor relationships, Reed highlights the importance of preparing for future emergencies rather than simply responding to them. Read the full article now: f.mtr.cool/l9sb6c0i80

96 years of saving lives. 96 new ambulances. Magen David Adom recently inaugurated 96 new ambulances at its headquarters in Ramla, marking 96 years of lifesaving service across Israel. These ambulances will be deployed throughout Israel to strengthen MDA's emergency response capabilities, help reduce response times and save more lives. As MDA celebrates 96 years of service, these new ambulances represent another step forward in ensuring its EMTs and paramedics have the resources they need to respond whenever and wherever they're needed. Thank you to our generous donors for making this milestone possible.

#MDAMonday is back! This week, Erin Molan shares a personal story from her visit to Israel following October 7, reflecting on the kindness, compassion and resilience of the Israeli people during an incredibly difficult time. Her experience is a powerful reminder of the strength of the Israeli spirit and the humanity that shines through even in the darkest moments. Want to experience these powerful speeches in person? Tap the link in our bio to register for one of our upcoming galas.

A beautiful hike can take an unexpected turn with one wrong step! Miss Israel 2021 and former IDF combat medic Noa Cochva shares what to do if you sprain your ankle while hiking, including important first aid tips to help you respond safely. Follow us for more lifesaving tips!

Shabbat Shalom to MDA EMT Dispatcher Rinat Ben David, who helped bring three babies into the world during a single night shift at Magen David Adom’s 101 National Emergency Dispatch Center! Rinat calmly guided three families through emergency deliveries over the phone, helping welcome one baby girl in a car on the way to the hospital, another at home in southern Israel and a third baby in Beit Shemesh. “I had the incredible privilege of helping bring three pure, beautiful souls into the world,” Rinat shared. From lifesaving emergencies to life's newest beginnings, MDA dispatchers and first responders are there.

Los Angeles, it's time to make it a night to remember. On November 4th, we are bringing our LA Gala to Beverly Hills for an evening of celebration, connection and support for MDA's lifesaving work in Israel. This year's gala will honor Sharon Osbourne with the Champion for Israel Award and Wilshire Boulevard Temple with the L'Dor V'Dor Legacy Award, with Jacki Karsh serving as master of ceremonies. Ready to be part of the night? Register now: afmda.org/event/2026-la-gala…

More than 200 supporters gathered in Cleveland for an evening with Avi Issacharoff, award-winning journalist and co-creator of the hit Netflix series Fauda, in support of Magen David Adom's lifesaving mission. During a conversation moderated by AFMDA Executive Board member Barry Feldman, Issacharoff shared insights from his experiences as a journalist covering the Middle East, the creation of Fauda and his personal connection to MDA, which transported him by ambulance after he was wounded during his military service. Attendees also heard from MDA overseas volunteer Rachel Loewy, who shared her moving experience volunteering in Israel following October 7 and witnessing firsthand the impact of American support. Thank you to Avi Issacharoff, Rachel Loewy, Barry Feldman, our Cleveland Advisory Council and everyone who joined us for an evening of meaningful conversation and continued support for MDA's lifesaving work.

Magen David Adom teams responded to an explosion on Ramim Ridge in northern Israel today, reportedly caused by a Hezbollah cluster bomb left in the area. A 14-year-old boy was killed and 24 others were injured, including two 14-year-old boys in serious condition, 10 people in moderate condition and 12 with minor injuries. MDA immediately dispatched ambulances, mobile intensive care units, Medicycle responders and helicopters to the scene. Upon arrival, MDA EMTs and paramedics, working alongside military medical teams, began triaging the injured and providing lifesaving care, including bleeding control and resuscitation efforts. Despite extensive resuscitation efforts, MDA paramedics pronounced the 14-year-old boy dead at the scene. The 24 injured were evacuated by MDA ambulances and helicopters to three hospitals for further treatment. Our hearts are with the family of the boy who lost his life, and we wish a full and speedy recovery to all those injured.

Before they could even catch their breath, the injured were already there. On October 7 at the Nova Festival, Magen David Adom teams arrived to find soldiers and civilians who desperately needed help. There was no time to prepare. No time to plan. So they did what they always do. They went to work. Driving through active gunfire in bullet-resistant ambulances, they reached the wounded and brought them to safety. Again and again, they pushed forward. In those moments, nothing else mattered. Not fear. Not danger. Only the lives they were there to save. This is what Magen David Adom does. This is who they are.

A night dedicated to the people and purpose behind Magen David Adom’s lifesaving mission. On October 27, AFMDA’s 2026 NYC Gala will bring together supporters for an evening celebrating the courage of MDA’s first responders and the community that stands behind them. Hosted by acclaimed actor, singer, and playwright Tovah Feldshuh, the evening will honor Van Jones with the Legacy of Unity Award and Aaron Dahan, owner of Caffe Aronne. We look forward to celebrating the individuals whose dedication and generosity help MDA continue saving lives every day. Learn more and register: afmda.org/event/2026-nyc-gal…

On October 7th, Magen David Adom medics faced unimaginable circumstances. Every decision mattered. Every second counted. And countless lives depended on their courage. In a new weekly series, Jonathan Conricus, former IDF International Spokesperson, returns with MDA medics to the very places where they responded on October 7th. Together, they revisit the moments that changed their lives forever, sharing firsthand accounts of the people they fought to save, the decisions they faced and the extraordinary efforts to save lives amid the chaos. Part 1 begins today. Join us each week as we share the stories of the MDA heroes who were there when Israel needed them most.