On March 10th, our dear friend Zohar was found by his roommate in a state no one should ever experience — badly injured, bleeding, missing teeth, with a facial fracture, facial lacerations, deep cuts on his hands and knees, and extensive bruising to his chest. He was rushed by ambulance as a trauma alert to Zuckerberg San Francisco General, where he remained in the ICU for over a month.

During his stay, Zohar fought for his life. He was intubated and required a central line to support his blood pressure. He developed a severe Klebsiella pneumonia — a dangerous infection with a mortality rate of over 50%. He also suffered blood clots in both lungs, underwent surgery to repair his facial fracture, and needed plastic surgery to close the facial wounds. He required a tracheostomy to help him breathe.

Miraculously, Zohar woke up just a few days ago — and despite everything, he was recently discharged.

But the journey isn’t over.

Zohar now faces a long and difficult recovery. He’ll need ongoing physical and occupational therapy. He still has to pay rent. He’s determined to finish school — with just one month left — but the costs are overwhelming.

To make matters more difficult, his dental injuries — including the loss of several teeth — are not covered by medical insurance, and will require extensive out-of-pocket procedures to repair.

We’re asking for your help to make his recovery possible. Every donation will go directly toward:

    •    Medical and dental expenses not covered by insurance

    •    Rent and basic living costs during recovery

    •    Physical and occupational therapy

    •    School-related expenses so he can graduate

Zohar has shown incredible strength and resilience. Now, let’s show him he’s not alone. Any amount — big or small — makes a difference.

Thank you for your love and support.