Shalva Marks 36th Anniversary Gala

Community Service Honoree, Joe Sprung, Michele Mirman

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David Zwillinger, President of the Board of American Friends of Shalva_

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Eli Sharabi receiving The Spirit Of Hope Award with (left) CEO of UJA Eric Goldstein, Linda Mirels, Kalman Samuels, Executive Vice President Mark Medin, UJA CEO & Deputy Director Itamar Shevach

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Eli Sharabi

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Jamie,Ben and Yoni Leifer

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Kalman Samuels, Founder and President of Shalva

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Kalman Samuels, Josh Goldstein, American Friends of Shalva Young Leadership Division Board President

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Shalva held its 36th Anniversary Gala at Gotham Hall, raising funds for programs supporting individuals with disabilities and their families in Israel. The evening included a gala dinner and a young leadership after-party. Honorees included Michele Mirman and Joe Sprung, Jaime and Yoni Leifer for their community support, and Eli Sharabi, who received the Spirit of Hope Award for his resilience and advocacy. A $1.3 million pledge from UJA-Federation of New York was also announced to help build the Shalva National Center, Sharabi Family Center in Ashkelon.