United Hatzalah volunteer with patient.
United Hatzalah of Israel, the largest independent, non-profit, fully volunteer Emergency Medical Service in Israel, held their annual fundraising streaming event, âSaving Lives Sundayâ in solidarity and support of its Israeli first response volunteers. The event raised more than $1.3 million (up more than 30% from 2020) in support of its volunteers who were honored in a tribute to their tireless work, especially in reflection of their involvement in the recent tragic event in Israel.
The virtual event featured Jay Leno as the MC, with special guests United Hatzalah chairman and author Mark Gerson, and actress Rona-Lee Shimon (Fauda). It was produced in partnership with Adam Kantor of Broadway fame. Each of the participants shared a heartfelt message saluting the first responders of United Hatzalah. The event also celebrated the first anniversary of founder and president Eli Beerâs return to Israel and paid tribute to the medic
Jay Leno performing at a United Hatzalah Fundraiser in 2016
On Sunday, May 2nd, United Hatzalah will host their 2nd annual telethon event, ‘Saving Lives Sunday’. The online streaming event will share stories and testimonials regarding the impact that the organization, the donors, and the more than 6000 volunteers have in Israel and around the world.
This annual telethon kicks off on May 2nd, at 1 p.m. EST, and
will feature Jay Leno, Rona-Lee Shimon, Elon Gold, and Broadway sensation Adam Kantor,  as well as other prominent celebrities and community voices who will come together with the people who have been rescued by the volunteers to share stories and songs in support of United Hatzalah of Israelâs continuous lifesaving mission. The event will highlight the incredible will to save lives that permeate the entire organization and is shared by each and every volunteer.
Rona-Lee Shimon, star of Fauda (Photo by Eyal Nevo)
Rona-Lee Shimon and Tsahi Halevi, stars of the Israeli Netflix series “Fauda,” will be joining Jewish National Fund-USA for the organization’s annual Breakfast for Israel on April 18 at 10:30 a.m. E.T.
“JNF-USA’s Breakfast for Israel has become a much-looked-forward-to event on the communal calendar,” said national event co-chair Alyse Golden Berkley in a prepared statement. “This year, we’re hosting a vibrant celebration in honor of Yom Ha’atzmaut as we bring our community together to ensure a bright, prosperous future for the land and people of Israel and Jewish people everywhere.”
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