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Donor Stories

Hear from MDA supporters who have made an impact through their acts of giving.

  • Dr. Howard Tobin
    Dr. Howard Tobin, a retired cosmetic surgeon who lives in Ovalo, Texas, has led a life dedicated to following his passions, one of which is supporting Israel. Ever since his first experience volunteering at a hospital in Nahariya decades ago, Israel has held a special place in Dr. Tobin's heart, and this shines through in his involvement with American Friends of Magen David Adom.
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  • Elaine and Daniel Rubinstein
    The list of charities that the Rubinsteins support is long. But there is one organization that stands out. "MDA is one of our favorite nonprofits to...
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  • Bernard "Bernie" Kaplan
    Having lived in Israel for more than five years (1972-1979), Bernie knew firsthand the need and impact of Magen David Adom. In 2000, he and his wife...
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  • Stanley and Arlene Ginsburg
    Known throughout Philadelphia for their generous philanthropy, Stanley and Arlene Ginsburg have also been longtime donors to Israel. Since the...
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  • Dr. Eli Weil
    Longtime Magen David Adom donor Dr. Eli Weil wanted to make a lasting impact, saving lives and honoring his family. The 91-year-old retired...
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  • Janice Rossbach
    Janice Rossbach took her first trip to Israel with her husband in November 1966. While they were on a bus in Be'er Sheva, Janice saw a Magen David...
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  • Karen Posner
    When AFMDA reached out to Karen Posner to thank her for 18 years of ongoing contributions and to welcome her to the MDA Loyalty Circle, she corrected...
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  • Carolida Steiner
    Carolida Steiner took her first trip to Israel in 1967 after the Six Day War as a teenager. She remembers it as a time of much joy: The country had...
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  • A Gift From the Heart — and the Head
    Make a Lifesaving Impact From Your IRA Before Year-End
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  • MDA Legacy Circle
    Your Commitment to Israel. Your Lifesaving Legacy.
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  • Jeffrey Press
    A retired financial adviser and second-generation AFMDA donor, Jeffrey Press of Aventura, Fla., carries on his...
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