Volunteering

When humanity becomes the response

"One of Israel's most important contributions is the willingness to stand with others in their most difficult moments. It is the belief that no community should face tragedy alone."

Zaka volunteers in Venezuela
United Hatzalah volunteers respond to the site of a projectile hit in southern Israel on March 24, 2026.

The "90-Second" vision is scaling for life-saving impact

Members of United Hatzalah emergency medical services organization seen ahead of their departure to Turkey to assist in rescue efforts after the earthquake, in the Ben Gurion International airport near Tel Aviv, on February 7, 2023.

United Hatzalah bridging divides through service

Israeli volunteers help with rescue efforts in Venezuela following the recent twin earthquakes in the country.

Israeli aid delegations continue rescue operations in Venezuela after devastating earthquakes


Surfing beyond limits where the sea meets the soul

The growing surf community at Posseable is transforming lives through inclusion, trust, and the power of the ocean.

Posseable: "There’s something natural about being among people with shared interests, regardless of ability."

From Manchester to MDA: Saving lives in Jerusalem

‘This country is being run by kids, but it works!’

IN HER Magen David Adom uniform.

‘Israelis are under ongoing mental strain’

ERAN’s leaders discuss the surge in mental health needs during Israel’s ongoing crisis, the launch of a national emergency center, and the vital role of global Jewish support.

VOLUNTEERING AT an ERAN center.

How SAHAR’s silent lifeline saves lives in Israel

Inbar Shenfeld leads SAHAR-Online Mental Support, the only Israeli helpline offering anonymous, lifesaving mental health support – entirely through text.

 FOR OVER 25 years, SAHAR has been Israel’s only text-based mental health helpline.

Tisha B’Av after October 7 Destruction, unity – and everything in between - opinion

What is this 'baseless hatred' that led to the destruction of the Temple? The Talmud teaches that it is as severe as the three cardinal sins.

Worshipers are seen at the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Tisha B'Av.

Beyond the headlines: An American hug in a Bat Yam apartment - opinion

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won't read about in the news.

For an entire day, these American women dedicated themselves to making Sylvia’s apartment habitable—scrubbing and cleaning as they deciphered labels on Israeli cleaning products.

Masa participants are volunteering through the storm, embracing Israel at its hardest moments

From ambulance shifts to bomb shelters, Jewish young adults from around the world are choosing to serve and stay in Israel in times of war.

 Masa brings approximately 10,000 young Jewish adults to Israel annually.

Diaspora volunteers help rebuild Rishon Lezion neighborhood after Iranian missile strike

200 American Jewish girls volunteered to restore the Rishon Lezion neighborhood hit by an Iranian missile.

 Jewish volunteers help rebuild Rishon Lezion neighborhood after missile strike.

Netanyahu briefly leaves for ‘important phone call,’ during ZAKA visit

“I came here to say thank you on behalf of the people and the Government of Israel,” Netanyahu told the group’s directors, commanders, and volunteers.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the national headquarters of ZAKA in Jerusalem on June 26, 2025.

Birthright participants demonstrate resilience and a deep love of Israel amid Iran war - interview

These young adults showed that resilience is not just within the bones of the citizens of Israel, but within the blood of the Jewish people, wherever in the world they may be from. Am Yisrael Chai.

 Participants from the Birthright group in Mitzpe Ramon, June 2025.