Since 1998, NATAL has provided trauma support to Israelis in need.

American Friends of NATAL unites a community committed to resilience and healing.

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Helpline Calls since October 7th

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Hours of Community Interventions

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American Friends of NATAL

American Friends of NATAL (AFN) is dedicated to supporting and strengthening NATAL’s life-changing work, providing critical assistance to Israelis coping from trauma, primarily caused by terrorism and war. In the U.S., AFN builds awareness, fosters partnerships, and unites a community of supporters committed to ensuring the resilience, health, and well-being of Israel—now and for generations to come.

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NATAL’s emergency programs, supported by American Friends of NATAL, are designed to respond swiftly and effectively to the mental health needs arising from the ongoing crisis in Israel.

Since October 7, 2023, NATAL has expanded its services to address the unprecedented trauma experienced by individuals and communities across the country.

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We are excited to announce the launch of AFN’s new Mental Health Affinity Group, a professional and supportive community for mental health professionals.

At NATAL, we are deeply committed to helping you—the helpers who tirelessly support others in times of trauma and crisis. Your mental health is just as important as the care you provide. This new program is designed to give you a dedicated space for connection, shared resources, and strategies to navigate the unique challenges of your essential work. Each session will focus on tools to build resilience, manage stress, and promote healing in the communities you serve.

This group is open exclusively to mental health professionals. By joining, you’ll connect with peers who are equally dedicated to fostering resilience and well-being within their practices and communities.

We know that for many, the connection to NATAL is both personal and professional and we invite you to share this information with anyone else who may benefit from participating.

AFN Mental Health Affinity Group Meeting Dates:
Held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 10:00am EST

February 10, 2025
March 10, 2025
April 7, 2025 (adjusted for Passover)
May 12, 2025
June 9, 2025
July 14, 2025
August 11, 2025
September 8, 2025
October 13, 2025 (adjusted for Sukkot)
November 10, 2025
December 8, 2025

Suggested membership donation: $180

Group Facilitator: Ms. Vivian Reutlinger, MSW – NATAL Israel
Vivian Reutlinger is a highly experienced social worker and psychotherapist specializing in trauma, bereavement, and couples therapy. With 18 years at NATAL, she has supported soldiers, families, and communities affected by conflict and emergencies. Vivian’s work emphasizes resilience, emotional healing, and holistic therapeutic approaches, drawing on her expertise in individual and group therapies.

Reserve your spot by registering today.

Join us for an impactful event with community-driven conversation about transforming stress into strength.

In this workshop led by Rotem Yanai, one of NATAL's leading resilience expert, you'll learn to:

- Develop practical stress management techniques
- Build emotional strength through proven methods
- Connect with others committed to personal resilience

Register now for February 5th from 6:30-8:30 PM in Midtown NYC (location given upon registration)

Suggested Donation: $36

Register via link in bio

Your participation supports NATAL's critical work in trauma treatment and community building.

They are home. Practice self care. Talk about your feelings with others. If you or someone you know needs resources, please head to our website.

Behind every hostage’s journey is a family searching for healing. NATAL and Kamim Foundation’s new dedicated helpline provides trauma support for released hostages and families of hostages - both those still held and those we’ve lost.

Last month, NATAL’s HQ in Israel had the honor of hosting 20 inspiring leaders from the Rabbinical Assembly Convention. They spent hours diving deep into leadership in crisis, sharing powerful tools to navigate the stresses that come with the role—especially during these challenging times. Grateful for this incredible partnership and excited for more impactful events ahead with The Rabbinical Assembly!

The numbers show the impact. In 2024, NATAL’s Clinical Unit helped over 4000 Israelis in crisis, helping them to cope, heal and grow through trauma.

#Trauma #TraumaRecovery #TraumaHealing #NATAL #Anxiety #Crisis #TraumaSurvivor #PTSD #PTSDAwareness #PTSDRecovery #PTSDWarrior #TraumaSupport

Some days feel harder than others. Allowing yourself to rest is part of recovery. Linoy’s video as part of the Anay Paramount / Nickelodeon Israel series shows us that we have become different versions of ourself, and staying in tune with our feelings is important in growth.

#Anxiety #AnxietyAwareness #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #NATAL #Trauma #TraumaRecovery #TraumaAwareness #PTSD #MentalHealthWarrior #Nickelodeon #Paramount

Triggers are everywhere. Dylen shows us how to use tools to get through a stressful situation. Thanks for our partners at Anay Paramount / Nickelodeon Israel for this great series for @natal.org.il

#Nickelodeon #Trauma #TraumaHealing #TraumaRecovery #Recovery #TraumaSkills #MentalHealth #Breathe #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery #MentalHealthSupport #NATAL

By finding the right therapist through @natal.org.il, @shirani_tattoos_ is able to get the right tools to cope.

From our families to yours, Happy Holidays.

Let’s rewrite stories of pain into narratives of strength, together 💙

As 2024 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on the impact we’ve made together and share how you can continue to help. This has been a year of incredible challenges for Israel, and thanks to supporters like you, NATAL has been there every step of the way - providing critical psychological care, fostering healing, and helping individuals and communities find growth through trauma.

The true impact of your support goes beyond numbers.

Watch our AFN mission video to learn about the community of support we’re creating in the US, and see the lives transformed by your support.

AFN’s Real Estate Network was developed in 2023 by professionals and philanthropic leaders in the real estate community. Through curated events and exclusive opportunities, the goal is to build and expand business relationships while increasing industry philanthropy.

Our fantastic Real Estate Network provides a platform for industry leaders to share with and empower the next generation of real estate professionals and philanthropic leaders in support of NATAL’s lifesaving work.

Learn more via our website : https://www.afnatal.org/realestate-network

Learn more about Kim’s journey in the latest @natal.org.il x @nicktvisrael video from @ananeystudios.creative.

Together, we can support NATAL’s call to action to help people of all ages cope with anxiety, stress and trauma.

Helmets from our “Helmets for Heroes” auctions are still available. Contact us today to learn more about these incredible pieces of art, inspired by personal connections by artists, painted on IDF helmets.

We’re excited to share more from the @natal.org.il x @nicktvisrael collab through @ananeystudios.creative. This is exciting visibility to Israel’s Nickelodeon audience!

Together, we can support NATAL’s call to action to help people of all ages cope with anxiety, stress and trauma.

We are resilient and we can grow after trauma. Please consider donating to American Friends of NATAL for Giving Tuesday via our link in bio.

The ongoing war and aftermath of the October 7th attacks have left over 83% of Israeli children struggling with anxiety and stress.

This year, we’re highlighting a new partnership between NATAL and Ananey Paramount, the Israeli division of Paramount. Together, we’re creating videos featuring beloved kids’ TV personalities to help children like Yarin find resilience and joy during stressful times. Yarin’s life has been shaped by constant stress, but with support he’s learning to process emotions, rediscover confidence, and embrace joy. His story is a reminder of what’s possible with support.

Your #GivingTuesday gift, big or small, can change lives. From trauma therapy to innovative projects like this one, every dollar you contribute empowers children and families to heal and thrive.

Join us in making resilience possible for who need it most. Together, we can be a force for healing.

If you feel moved to continue supporting our mission, please consider making a contribution today. Together, we can ensure that more individuals receive the care and support they need to heal.

Your passion and commitment drive AFN’s mission forward, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have you by our side as we make a lasting impact together! Thank you 💙

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the AFN Voices of Resilience Gala premier sponsors, Northwind Group, Ran and Isabelle Eliasaf, and Jason Bordainick, for their incredible support. A special thank you to our in-kind sponsors - @livbreads for the delicious take-home treat and @freskincare for the Resilience Kit, both reminding us of the importance of self-care.

A heartfelt thanks to our partners at @brushisrael and everyone who participated in our auction. Special thank you to @elalisrael airlines for their help with safely transporting the helmets. If you missed out, a limited number of helmets are still available. Please contact us if you’re interested in placing a bid.

A huge THANK YOU to @livbreads for the sweet and delicious treats our guests will leave with tonight. The chocolate rugelach is 🤌😘 just perfect. Thank you for your kindness, generosity and friendship. Be sure to visit them in Millburn NJ!

Tonight, leaders from NATAL’s global organization came together on the eve of our annual GALA, to be together, prepare for tomorrow’s impactful event, and to hold a moment of gratitude to the staff, volunteers, donors and supporters who make this all possible.

Tomorrow’s “Voices of Resilience” GALA means something different to everyone. 📣 What resonates most with you?

Emmy Award Winner, Yuval David, serves as our auctioneer at tomorrow’s “Voices of Resilience Gala”. All proceeds from the auction will benefit NATAL, Israel’s Trauma and Resiliency Center, on projects selected by NATAL’s esteemed scientific advisory board.

The highlight of tomorrow’s art auction is a collection called “Helmets for Heroes” by an organization called Brush, whose mission is to support mental health through art, where helmets serve as a canvas to illustrate the invisible wounds of trauma, while celebrating the possibilities of growth an recovery. Artists were selected by Brush and each artist was given complete freedom to redesign or paint an IDF helmet using their own unique style.

We are so grateful for Yuval’s involvement and cannot wait for tomorrow night.

Meet Ortal, a Civil Affairs captain reservist in the IDF’s Rescue and Training division, at our Voices of Resilience Gala on Thursday, November 21st in NYC.

Referred to NATAL by a friend, Ortal helped establish a support group for women from her unit’s headquarters, creating a vital network after their service. Contact us to learn more about this special evening or head to the link in bio for tickets.

Join us on Thursday, November 21st, in NYC for the Voices of Resilience Gala and meet Hananel Zilberberg, a reserve officer and hi-tech professional. After serving as a liaison officer in Gaza during the Iron Swords war, Hananel was diagnosed with PTSD. His journey inspired him to write Ma Ha’kesher (What’s the Connection), a powerful book that reveals the moral dilemmas soldiers face and his path to healing after combat.

Contact us to learn more about this unforgettable evening.

Hear Shiran’s story at our “Voices of Resilience Gala” on Thursday, November 21st in NYC. Link in bio for tickets ⤴️

After her release from the IDF, Shiran took several trips to South America with her partner where they met many new friends.. friends who ended up going to the Nova Festival together. Some were sadly murdered that day. Right after she was rescued, she knew she needed help for the mental toll.

Shiran connected with @natal.org.il and is avid about raising awareness about mental health support. She is passionate about giving voice to her trauma, knowing her Holocaust survivor grandparents couldn’t do the same. Following the Nova festival, Shiran has taken on a new challenge - a beginner tattoo artist.

Since 1998, NATAL has transformed countless lives, offering hope and healing to Israelis in their greatest times of need. With round-the-clock care and tailored support for those affected by trauma and PTSD, NATAL empowers Israeli society to face its challenges with resilience and unity.

American Friends of NATAL proudly stands with this mission, bringing together a compassionate community of supporters who believe in the power of healing and resilience. Together, we are helping to build a brighter, healthier future for Israel - illuminating growth through trauma.

The theme for this next week’s gala is “Voices of Resilience”, celebrating those who are helping across the US and Israel in bringing NATAL’s services to those who need it the most.

Thank you to our sponsors, board, friends and everyone who brings this gala to life... to celebrate life!

Not all wounds are visible. NATAL prioritizes the mental well-being of those experiencing invisible wounds, like our Veterans here and abroad. Our programs and partnerships are positioned to best equip our veterans with the tools they need to cope, heal, and live. Over 50% of patients in the clinical unit are reservists / Veterans - it’s core to our mission. Thank you to all who have served to keep our nations safe.

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Since 1998, NATAL has provided trauma support to Israelis in need.

700K+

50K+

4,000+

3,000+

About American Friends of NATAL

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Our Programs and Services

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