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Healing Our
Heroes

Nov 18, 2026
Date
6:30 PM
Time
Midtown
NYC
Abraham Hamra
VIP Hour Host

Abraham Hamra, Esq.

Attorney, Speaker & Jewish Advocate

Join Abraham Hamra as he hosts our exclusive VIP Reception, an intimate hour among our featured speakers and some of the most prominent voices standing with Israel today, including notable influencers joining us for the evening. Guests will enjoy premium cocktails and a chef curated selection of hors d'oeuvres while hearing Avida Bachar and Nira Sharabi share their stories firsthand, ahead of the full program and dinner. A Syrian Jewish refugee turned immigration attorney, Abraham has become one of the most outspoken Jewish voices in America, using his fluency in English, Arabic, and Hebrew to confront antisemitism head on, both online and in the streets of New York. Since October 7th, he has stood on the front lines defending Israel and the Jewish community with unmatched conviction.

Hear Their Stories

Firsthand From Our Heroes

Avida Bachar and Nira Sharabi will share their stories firsthand at our VIP Reception, and join us throughout the evening as we come together for a delicious dinner and live entertainment.

Avida Bachar
Avida Bachar
Kibbutz Be'eri, 10/7 Survivor

Avida lost his wife, Dana, and his teenage son, Carmel, when terrorists broke into their family's safe room on October 7th. He shares his story of survival and his commitment to rebuilding a life and a home in Be'eri.

Nira Sharabi
Nira Sharabi
Widow of Yossi Sharabi

Nira's husband, Yossi, was taken hostage on October 7th and later killed in captivity. She is the sister in law of released hostage Eli Sharabi, author of the bestselling memoir "Hostage," and shares her family's story of loss, resilience, and hope.

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The Evening

Date
November 18
2026
VIP Reception
6:30 PM
Program & Dinner
7:30 PM
Location
Midtown NYC
Full address shared upon registration
Attire
Elevated Evening Wear
Think your finest simcha
🛡 No ticket sales at the door. Security will be on-site throughout the evening. Your safety is our priority.
Our Mission

Why We Gather

Israel Orphans of 10/7 is committed to its mission of supporting children who have lost one or both parents since the October 7th attacks, by ensuring their financial security and providing a shoulder for them and their surviving family members to lean on. We aim to foster a sense of family and security both in the short and long term.

The organization also runs Israel's first and only Play Therapy Centers, warm and welcoming spaces where licensed professionals use art therapy, horse therapy, dog therapy, cooking therapy, and so much more to help our youngest heroes heal. Every ticket purchased helps expand this work to reach even more children in need.

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