Celebrating 20 Years of Hope & Healing🤍
This year was a historic milestone as we gathered in NYC to celebrate two decades of American Friends of NATAL and our unwavering commitment to healing the invisible wounds of war and terror.
Relive the powerful highlights:
🎤Hosted by @michaelrapaport
💪"Helping the Helpers": A moving live podcast-style conversation with Daniel, reservist, trauma survivor and NATAL’s Peer Support program director.
🕊️Honoring Resilience: We honored the courage of parents of Edan Alexander, Yael and Adi Alexander, celebrated David Kostman as he passed the Board Chair torch to Ran Eliasaf after 12 years of leadership, and stood inspired by @pastorharris and Rabbi Siegman’s dialogue on the vital Black-Jewish partnership in Chicago.
🖼️The @unframed_ac Art Experience: A living centerpiece where international and Israeli artists showcased the journey of trauma and hope.
Watch the recap to see how we are supporting Israel as it transitions from survival to psychological recovery. Together, we are building a resilient future. 🇮🇱💙
AFN
Chair of board: Mr. Ran Eliasaf
CEO: @maayanaviv28
Team: @adinabrinn
Strategy and Social media: @danulina , @arbel.rabi
PR: @natalyblumberg
NATAL:
Founder: @yovelrecanati
Chair of board: Mr. Ruben Krupik
CEO: @efrat_shaprut , @friendsofnatal
Gala
Host: @michaelrapaport
Production: @imreespro , @reespro
Creative director: @guybengad , @bgcreativesolutionsllc
Art exhibition: @gemmstern & @daniela_tehranian , @unframed_ac
Singer: @meitalwald_music
Wrapping up an amazing production this week for @americanfriendsofnatal . Sitting here with the best of the best—a team whose hard work and dedication truly shone through. It’s a privilege to work alongside @imreespro the Event Producer (right) and this stellar group. Proud of the energy we created. A full post with all the credits coming soon🙏
What an incredible adventure it has been! Celebrating 46 amazing trips around the sun!
I have to say, I’m truly living an extraordinary life, and I couldn’t be more grateful!
Thank you all for the heartfelt birthday wishes! Your kind words made my day special!
I envision a life of vibrant health and joy, where every day embraces wellness and happiness.
#46 #1979 #September #birthday
🎉 Today marks my 7th trip around the sun! 🌞 It's a special day for celebration, and I’m excited to share it with all of you. Happy birthday to me! 🎈🎂 Let the festivities begin! @imreespro
Enjoy Life #puppies #puppylove #puppyofnyc #puppiesplaying #jonstagram #puppiesofnewyork #puppyoftheday #puppiesofinsta #dogofnyc #puppys #lovepuppies #dog #dogs #dogsmile #dogsofinstagram
A meaningful new tradition has begun in New York City, led by The IAC New York. I am truly grateful to have had the opportunity to produce this transition ceremony, bridging Memorial Day to honor our fallen soldiers and Israel Independence Day. It’s a delicate balance between the pain of loss and the joy of celebration, a sentiment that only our community can fully grasp.
On this beautiful day, I believe we were able to convey that profound feeling. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to @ayelethargash for trusting me with this important responsibility. I appreciate @mor_ben_amii for their incredible vision in creating this experience, supported by IAC’s national team. A special shout-out to @arielrascal who was there for “everything,” and to @shahar_sirosky , who stepped right into the role of production assistant right after arriving from Israel. I am also grateful to everyone who contributed their support to help bring this impressive ceremony to life.
Photos: @ohadkab@iacnyc@talshuster@ofir_akunis@maor.cohen.iac.pickspace@tal_yahalom@meitalwald_music@eliad_benari_360@talheinrich@thekozo@tal_yahalom@perry_hiiman@eliad_benari_360@azriel_____@maayaninger5@museumjewishheritage
Israel Memorial Day 2025
I feel deeply honored to have produced this meaningful event for the Consulate General of Israel in New York City. This marks the fifth consecutive year that we come together at Temple Emanuel to honor our cherished memories. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this event a poignant tribute. It touches so many hearts as we remember our fallen soldiers and all those who lost their lives in tragic terror attacks. May we continue to stand strong and united in support of the Jewish state of Israel.
And we pray for the safety return of all our hostages in captivity in Gaza
@israelinnewyork@emanuel_nyc@ydgideon@ofir_akunis@yaelhashavit@galprimak@noa_ellman@noazohar1@doron_ger@reespro@libbyalon@gili.yalo@daphnerachlin@ohadkab
A few days ago, I received a phone call from @ifatbechor , asking if @reespro and I could help with their first fundraising event in NYC for the wonderful organization @unistream_ . This organization invests in young Israeli entrepreneurs, helping them succeed in the corporate world.
Without hesitation, we immediately got to work on making this event a reality.
As always, thank you, @guybengad , for the connection!