Organizations
Israel Connection
American Friends of Magen David Adom
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agen David Adom is Israel’s ambulance, blood services and disaster relief organization, serving as emergency medical first responders for the state’s more than 8 million people. MDA is the only organization mandated by the Israeli government to serve in this role, but it’s not a government agency, so it relies on people like you for funding. Every Israeli knows someone whose life has been changed by MDA, whether as a volunteer or a patient. The people of Israel count on MDA EMTs
For more information: 800-626-0046 or southeast@afmda.org www.afmda.org
and paramedics to rush to the scene of every emergency. In Israel, that can be anything from a terror attack to a heart attack. But they also count on the Americans who feel the urgency of Israeli ambulance sirens from across the globe and join MDA’s rescue efforts with their generous support. When you give to MDA, it’s as if you’re sitting in the ambulance next to the paramedics sharing in the mitzvah of saving lives.
Zionist Organization of America
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ounded in 1897, the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) is the world’s oldest pro-Israel organization. It was instrumental in the Jewish state becoming a reality by mobilizing the support of the U.S. government, Congress and the American public for the creation of Israel. Under the leadership of such illustrious past presidents as Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis and Rabbi Dr. Abba Hillel Silver, ZOA has been on the front lines of Jewish activism. Today, with a national membership of over 30,000 and chapters throughout the United States, ZOA works to strengthen U.S.-Israeli relations
through educational activities by working Capitol Hill and combating anti-Israel bias in the media and on college campuses. The local chapter is proactively involved with all issues concerning Israel and the worldwide Jewish community. Meetings are held monthly at supporting synagogues in Naples featuring noted speakers. Past speakers have included Morton Klein, ZOA National President; Joseph Sabag, Esquire, Regional Director Florida ZOA; Dr. Andrew Bostom, foremost authority on Islamic
anti-Semitism; and Mr. Mat Leisbaum, producer of the movie documentary “Israel Inside, How a Small Nation Makes A Big Difference.” The local chapter maintains a speakers guild available to speak to community organizations. ZOA is an ecumenical organization open to the public and seeks new membership from those interested in supporting Israel. Contact us for more information or to be added to the local mailing list. Jerrold L. Sobel, Chapter President jerrysobel@aol.com
Additional Organizations With Offices in Florida
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AIPAC Florida Regional Office 954-382-6110; flreg@aipac.org Anti-Defamation League 561-988-2900 http://florida.adl.org Consulate General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico 305-925-9400 www.consulateisrael.com
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Simon Wiesenthal Center Rabbi Meyer H. May SWC Executive Director information@wiesenthal.com www.wiesenthal.com Technion – Israel Institute of Technology Kelley Whiter, J.D. Senior Associate Director of Development, Florida 561-395-7206; kelley@ats.org
