Being there for someone can make all the difference. EMT Yoli Stark reflects on the importance of compassion, connection and showing up for others in their time of need, values that guide Magen David Adom's lifesaving mission every day.

Over the past year, 267,407 blood units were donated through Magen David Adom Blood Services, helping save the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients, trauma victims and new mothers across Israel. Among those donations were 45,986 first-time donors, demonstrating the continued commitment of individuals stepping forward to help others in times of need. Thank you to the volunteer blood donors whose generosity helps ensure lifesaving blood is available whenever and wherever it is needed.

This #MDAMonday, we're celebrating the lifesaving work that keeps Magen David Adom ready to respond at a moment's notice. Every day, MDA's teams work tirelessly to ensure the people of Israel receive the emergency care they need, whenever and wherever they need it.

World Blood Donor Day is a time to recognize the donors whose generosity helps save lives every day. Today, we're celebrating Maryland native Jeffrey Green, who recently reached his 100th blood donation with Magen David Adom in Israel. For decades, Jeffrey has made blood donation a regular part of his life, inspiring members of his family to become donors as well. Thank you to Jeffrey and to blood donors around the world whose commitment helps ensure lifesaving blood is available when it’s needed most. #WorldBloodDonorDay

Shabbat Shalom! Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful, joyful and restful Shabbat.

This week, 21 volunteer Emergency Medical Responders from the Golan joined MDA's first responder network, receiving advanced medical response kits that will enable them to provide lifesaving care not only during their ambulance shifts, but whenever and wherever emergencies occur. Their commitment strengthens MDA's emergency response capabilities across the Jordan Region and helps ensure lifesaving care reaches those in need even faster. Thank you to these dedicated volunteers for answering the call to serve their communities.

For some, MDA means hope. For others, it means purpose, community, or the chance to save a life. No matter the answer, one thing remains the same: MDA is always there when it matters most. What does MDA mean to you? Let us know in the comments!

One person was killed and five others wounded, two seriously and three moderately, in a series of shootings on Sunday between Kochav Yair and Tzur Natan in central Israel, according to Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency response service. jns.org/news/israel-news/one…

When a woman in labor calls MDA, help now comes in a new form: a trained volunteer midwife. Gila Zarbiv is one of dozens of midwives participating in MDA's First Contractions program, an innovative initiative that brings specialized maternal care directly into Israel's emergency response system. Since launching in 2024, the program has connected volunteer midwives with MDA dispatchers nationwide, ensuring women experiencing labor, postpartum emergencies, and pregnancy-related complications can receive expert care when and where they need it most. For Gila, a hospital midwife, researcher, mother of four, and MDA volunteer, the mission is bigger than responding to emergencies. "It's understanding what took place before, what is happening now, what needs to happen next, and how to follow up." From helping women in labor to treating life-threatening postpartum complications, MDA's volunteer midwives are changing the way women receive care across Israel, one call at a time. Because every mother deserves expert care when it matters most.

On October 7 and in the months that followed, Magen David Adom's paramedics, EMTs, and volunteers risked their lives to save others. This #MDAMonday, we honor the courage, dedication, and humanity of Israel's lifesaving teams.

Following the renewed ballistic missile fire toward Israel, Magen David Adom Chief of Staff Uri Shacham gives a briefing on MDA alert and preparedness levels.

For 96 years, Magen David Adom has answered the call. Today, we celebrate the paramedics, EMTs, first responders, blood services professionals, volunteers, and supporters who make MDA’s lifesaving mission possible. Happy 96th birthday, MDA. ❤️

As the sun sets and Shabbat begins, we wish you and your loved ones peace, rest, and meaningful moments together. Shabbat Shalom.

It's that time again! That's right our next Mission to Israel is coming up, and registration is open. For more information please tap the link below. Will we see you there? f.mtr.cool/ifculmqhye

When MDA volunteer EMT Michal Luzon received a phone call that her son had been hit by a car, she rushed to the scene fearing the worst. There, she found two familiar faces already fighting to save his life. MDA EMT Roy Gimpowitz and paramedic Orian Lukatz quickly provided lifesaving treatment to 8-year-old Itai, stabilizing him before transporting him to the hospital with severe injuries. Today, Itai is in rehabilitation and getting stronger every day. At a recent reunion, Michal shared, "As far as Itai is concerned, Roy and Orian are the people who saved his life.” This is what Magen David Adom is all about, highly trained responders showing up when every second counts, even for one of their own.

Two days later, and we're still smiling. 💙 Thank you to everyone who marched with AFMDA, waved from the sidelines, and showed your support for Magen David Adom. What an incredible day of community, pride, and purpose.

There's nothing that breaks my heart like the story of Israeli paramedic ⚕️🩺 Amit Man on October 7th. Amit was 22 years old and had her whole life in front of her. She was the paramedic of Kibbutz Be'eri and at 6: 30 AM as soon as Hamas rockets began firing from Gaza she rushed to the clinic to save lives. What's the help of an armed member of the Kibbutz Amit barricaded in the clinic treating the wounded for hours and hours until eventually at 2 PM Gaza's terrorists murdered her and everyone in the clinic. She loved singing and was very gifted, but more than anything, she lived helping others and saving lives. May her memory be a blessing 🕯️

Israel’s Lifesavers! AFMDA was proud to march down Fifth Avenue in NYC yesterday at Israel Day on Fifth, the annual Salute to Israel Parade. More than 110 enthusiastic AFMDA supporters, led by Ambassador Gilad Erdan, MDA Global President and Israel’s former Ambassador to the UN, marched behind three MDA ambulances in a powerful show of support for Israel’s national lifesaving organization. MDA paramedic Reuven Harow joined our delegation, embodying the heroic spirit of Magen David Adom. We were also joined by 4 overseas volunteer alumni. Special thanks to @NYPDnews  for their major efforts to keep everyone safe.

On this #MDAMonday, we’re highlighting how MDA continues to show up no matter when, where, and how. Even in the darkest moments, MDA’s paramedics, EMTs, and volunteers answer every call, bringing emergency care, compassion, and hope to those who need it most.

At 90 years old, Marilyn Hammerman made an extraordinary gift in honor of her late parents: donating two life-saving ambulances to Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency service. Funded through her family foundation established by Abraham and Freida Hochberg, the ambulances will soon be on the roads in Israel responding to medical emergencies, transporting patients, and saving lives every single day. “For them, helping the Jewish community was paramount,” said Hammerman’s daughter, Lorre Goldberg. “This is a continuation.” For the Hammerman family, this donation is more than a gift, it’s a lasting legacy of compassion, generosity, and connection to Israel and the Jewish people. Read the full story now: f.mtr.cool/cdsewesyus