Israel's Lifesavers in Times of Need

Always there, always ready.

 From natural disasters to terrorist attacks, ZAKA Tel-Aviv is on the front lines protecting Israelis & saving lives.

In times of tragedy, war, and terror, our mission remains steadfast: offering immediate aid and dignity to the affected.

  • EMERGENCY RESPONSE UNIT

    Whether it's a natural disaster such as an earthquake or a military operation, the Emergency Response Unit stands ready. They are trained to handle a broad spectrum of situations, from medical emergencies to large-scale disaster response.

  • CHESED SHEL EMES

    This unit is dedicated to ensuring dignity in death, particularly in situations of sudden or unexpected loss. Members of the Chesed Shel Emes team work meticulously to ensure that victims are identified and treated with the utmost respect and honor.

  • SEARCH & RESCUE UNIT

    The Search and Rescue Unit specializes in locating individuals who are missing or in danger. Their success rate is notably high, thanks in part to their use of trained K-9s, who can locate individuals based on scent. This unit is often deployed in cases where children are lost, and their swift action has resulted in many happy reunions.

  • INTERNATIONAL RESCUE UNIT

    This unit has a history of extending its humanitarian efforts beyond Israel's borders. When Russia began invading Ukraine, this unit was instrumental in helping women and children cross the borders and provided essentials like clothing and medication. We also responded to the devastating earthquake in Turkey, providing vital rescue services in an event that claimed thousands of lives.

  • DIVERS UNIT

    The Divers Unit has been instrumental in saving lives, whether by responding to incidents of drowning, rescuing people caught in floods, or recovering individuals from water-related accidents.

  • JEEP UNIT

    The Jeep Unit provides critical mobility advantages in Zaka Tel-Aviv's operations. Their ability to navigate diverse terrains allows them to reach areas that might be inaccessible to other vehicles. Whether it's a search mission in a rugged landscape or delivering humanitarian aid in remote areas, the Jeep Unit's capabilities facilitate Zaka Tel-Aviv's mission to save and honor lives.

For over twenty years, ZAKA Tel-Aviv has been the elite emergency response unit of central Israel, serving in over 21 cities across the country with thousands of volunteers, and is recognized as a civil extension of Israel’s emergency services and the only emergency response unit authorized to operate in central Israel.

ZAKA Tel-Aviv is here to serve the people of Israel. We work day and night, doing everything we can in response to acts of terror, natural disasters, and tragedies big and small, to ensure the safety of all Israelis.

  • “Last year, my daughter was injured in a terror explosion. Zaka Tel-Aviv was there in minutes, providing urgent medical care. They were our light in a dark moment.”

    Avi Cohen

  • “Two months ago my husband went missing in a flood. Zaka Tel-Aviv searched tirelessly, day and night, until they found him. Their determination brought him home.”

    Rivka Shavrit

  • “A few months ago, we suddenly lost our mother to a stroke. Zaka Tel-Aviv offered invaluable assistance and kindness, helping us navigate through our darkest hour.”

    Yitz Goldman

  • “Last summer, after a major earthquake, ZAKA Tel-Aviv provided aid and comfort. Their crisis management gave us hope.”

    Shlomo Peretz

  • “A few weeks ago, Zaka Tel-Aviv taught us about emergency preparedness at our school. They didn't just educate us; they empowered us”

    Naomi Rosenfeld

Join Us in Our Mission to Save Lives

Amidst the persistent challenges we face in Israel, our resources are stretched thin. Each emergency call we answer depletes our essential supplies.

ZAKA Tel-Aviv's dedicated rescue teams urgently need resuscitation kits, oxygen tanks, and defibrillators. To maintain our life-saving operations and honor those we've lost, we also require PPE units in large quantities.

Your support at this crucial time can make a world of difference.