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Saving Lives Even Under Fire
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The Future of Israel Begins at Soroka: Become a Lifeline Now
In the early hours of June 19, an Iranian ballistic missile struck Soroka Medical Center’s central campus, causing significant structural damage. The blast led to the collapse of department floors, pharmacies, and laboratories, injuring nearly 100 patients and staff, and forcing the suspension of most medical services.
As the only major medical center in the South and one of Israel’s leading hospitals, this attack is more than a devastating blow to Soroka, it is a profound crisis for Israel’s most vulnerable and diverse communities. In the face of massive destruction, our dedicated medical teams are for now limited to providing emergency, life-saving care.
We need to rebuild as quickly and most efficiently as possible. To meet this critical moment, we have launched the Soroka Rebuilding Emergency Fund to restore and strengthen the hospital’s essential operations and infrastructure in the wake of this attack.
“Soroka never stops.” said Prof. Shlomi Codish, Director General: “The missile that struck Soroka hit the heart of Israel’s southern healthcare system. The damage is significant, but our spirit is unbreakable. Despite the painful blow, the values that define Soroka—mission, dedication, professionalism, and humanity—are stronger than any missile. We will rise, rebuild, and continue to be a life-saving anchor in the South.”
Soroka is more than a hospital – it is a cornerstone of national preparedness and resilience. Our diverse team of professionals stands together in the face of adversity, committed to saving lives, delivering outstanding medicine and maximizing outcomes for our patients. Your donation today is a pure lifeline. Join us. Help Soroka meet this moment.

Urgently Needed: Lifesaving Equipment
Help Soroka Medical Center continue delivering critical care in the face of unprecedented challenges. Your support provides the essential tools our medical teams need—right now.
- Stretchers
- ICU beds
- Hospital beds
- Ventilators
- Central monitor stations
- Special Ground vehicle for the transport of patients safely and more
- For Wire Instructions, please email Grants@Soroka.org for more information and next steps.
- Credit Card: click the direct link to donate below to the emergency fund.
- DAF and Foundations: American Friends of Soroka is a 501(c)(3), IRS # 13-5866593
- Mail your donation to American Friends of Soroka Medical Center, P.O. Box 184-H, Scarsdale, NY 10583, indicating “Emergency Fund”. (Contact us for Address for Express mail

Tax ID 13-5866593
Please contact us with any questions
American Friends of Soroka Medical Center
Rachel Heisler Sheinfeld
Executive Director
Office: (914) 725-9070 | Mobile: (914) 582-6750
Email: Rachel@Soroka.org
EIN: 13-5866593 www.soroka.org
American Friends of Soroka Medical Center
PO Box 184-H
Scarsdale, NY 10583