Through a pioneering partnership with the IDF Home Front Command, hundreds of ZAKA volunteers have become certified rescuers, trained to assist the national Home Front Command rescue unit during large-scale disasters. Their work encompasses both Israeli and international deployments, from natural catastrophes to terror incidents—wherever saving lives demands skilled, immediate action.

Mission and Professionalism

In addition to routine day-to-day readiness, these rescuers conduct annual exercises to maintain top-tier preparedness. They have worked shoulder to shoulder with Home Front Command soldiers at numerous high-profile disaster sites, including the Ashkelon chimney collapse, the Versailles wedding hall tragedy, and the Maccabiah bridge disaster. This hands-on experience, coupled with rigorous training, solidifies the unit’s reputation for professionalism under pressure.

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Every callout, training session, and piece of specialized gear for ZAKA’s Search and Rescue Unit is only possible because of the generosity of supporters worldwide. By donating, you help ensure that when major disasters strike—at home or abroad—there is a team of dedicated volunteers ready to preserve life, protect communities, and bring hope in the midst of crisis.