Train Staff Aid Stranded Soldier, Family Continues Generosity Tradition
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Train station staff in Beersheba went above and beyond to help a stranded soldier reach her family, while the Rabi family continues a 20-year tradition of private charitable giving, and Gal Gadot donated $3 million to Israeli mental health organizations.
The story in 3 lines · by baba
- Train staff assisted a stranded soldier after she missed the last train.
- A family continues a 20-year tradition of private holiday giving.
- Gal Gadot donated $3 million to Israeli mental health initiatives.
A young soldier, exhausted after two weeks of closed-base service in Eilat, found herself stranded at the Beersheba train station after a bus delay caused her to miss the last train home. Tears of distress turned to relief when a compassionate Israel Railways employee noticed her plight. The employee offered the soldier a place to stay in her own home, but the soldier expressed a strong desire to reach her family.
The station manager, Avihai Ben Hor, then took charge. He personally contacted the soldier's parents, reassured them, and promised to ensure her safe arrival. This sparked a coordinated effort among the railway staff. They arranged for connecting trains at subsequent stations, ensuring the soldier could continue her journey north to Binyamina, demonstrating a commitment that went beyond their professional duties.
Separately, the article highlights the enduring generosity of the Rabi family, who for two decades have privately and quietly supported over 130 children and families during holidays. Their initiative, inspired by their father's philosophy of sharing, involves personally purchasing and distributing essential items like toys, textiles, and household goods based on specific family needs. This tradition of giving, passed down through generations, focuses on providing not just material aid but also a reminder that individuals are not alone, even during difficult times.
In another act of significant philanthropy, actress Gal Gadot has pledged her $1 million Genesis Prize award, along with additional funds raised, totaling $3 million, to support mental health organizations in Israel. This substantial donation will be distributed among 24 organizations providing aid for trauma survivors, bereaved families, children, and medical professionals, addressing the heightened demand for mental health services following the events of October 7th and the subsequent war. Gadot was selected as the 2026 Genesis Prize laureate in recognition of her public impact.