Who Are We

Michele brings 30 years of experience in management, marketing and development to Kids Kicking Cancer Israel.

Raphi made Aliya with his wife in 1991. A cancer survivor, he holds degrees in accounting, business management and economics as well as black belts in Karate and Jujitsu

Adina Cutler brings a strong background in development and marketing to her role at Maagal Giborim/Kids Kicking Cancer Israel. With a proven track record of driving growth and building strategic relationships, Adina is dedicated to enhancing donor relations and leading fundraising efforts to support the organization’s mission.

Adina serves as a board member of Kehillat Shaarei Yonah Menachem, and as a member of the PTA at local schools. She enjoys gardening, photography and spending quality time with her family. 

Maayan brings a wealth of experience working with children and adults to help them overcome both short and long-term challenges. As a Maagal Giborim instructor, she aims to help young heroes practice and then teach others how to gain a sense of control over their anxiety and trauma.

In addition to Krav Maga, she is a medic and an ABA instructor for children with ASD.

Currently a nursing student, Maayan completed her IDF service with Honorable Discharge as Sgt. Division Excellence Award.
Maayan loves to bake cook, bake using healthy natural locally sourced products, upscale used furniture and clothing and hike.

Meir Goldberg, has played an active role in the initial growth of the organization in Israel. In 2022 he became Chairman of the Board.

Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg (lovingly known by thousands of children as Rabbi G.), is the founder and director of Kids Kicking Cancer, a nonprofit organization that teaches martial arts to children battling cancer as well as to those facing other serious challenges in their lives.

Ilan Chasen graduated with a degree in Economics and an Honours degree in Finance from the University of Cape Town. He served as a Manager in Deloitte’s “Innovation and New Business Development” team in Johannesburg, and later founded and headed Deloitte’s Innovation unit in Tel Aviv.

In 2003, Joseph Gitler founded Leket Israel –The National Food Bank (formerly Table to Table) as a one-man volunteer operation to respond to the paradox of growing hunger and poverty in Israel on the one hand and significant food waste on the other.

Danny is founder and chairman of Budo for Peace, Chairman of Israel Life Saving Federation, a board member of the Azrieli Foundation, MWU (Maccabi World Union), ALLMEP (the Alliance of Middle East peace).

Danielle, is Israel’s record holder in high jump, four times Israel’s champion (twice with the left leg 2010-2011 and twice with the right leg 2020-2021), fourth place in European Championships and ranked 8th in the world.

Omer brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our mission. He has taken a keen interest in supporting Maagal Giborim families as they navigate challenging life situations, using our Power Peace Purpose Toolkit to find a sense of calm and empowerment.
Omer is the CEO and Co-owner of Shavit Doron Ltd. and Olesh Fuels Ltd. He also serves as Chairman of HLD Fuel Transportation Company Ltd., and Logistipharm, a last-mile pharmaceutical delivery company. Additionally, he is a Director at Bar Lev, a cannabis farm in Kfar Hess.
Omer’s extensive leadership experience and dedication to helping others make him a valuable addition to our organization.

Mr. Silver was born in Johannesburg and made Aliya in 1999. Michael and his wife Fiona live in Raanana and have four children. In addition to Mr. Silvers involvement with KKCI, he is a board member of a number of other non profit organizations such as World Bnei Akiva and is the Chairman of Beit Protea which is a Retirement facility in Herzliya. Mr Silver is a founder and CEO of an international family office based in Herzliya Pituach providing services to local and international families.

Harry is a Forensic Accountant by trade and has worked for both HMRC and the IRS in the U.S. where he lived for a number of years, as well as consulting for the South African Revenue Service (SARS) As well as his Accountancy practice

Jeff came to Vitalife with over 25 years’ experience in general management, finance, and business development in global growth companies and startups.
Jeff is Chairman of ReWalk Robotics and Trig Medical, serves on the board of directors of Regentis, and previously of Colbar (M&A J&J) and Avedro (M&A Glaukos).