Floyd Mayweather Donates $1M To United Hatzalah Of Israel

With his million-dollar donation, the retired boxer helped raise $14 million to support the work that the organization does in Israel.

Undefeated retired boxer Floyd Mayweather recently donated $1 million to United Hatzalah of Israel in Miami on Thursday, Dec. 19.

According to the Jewish News Syndicate, Mayweather’s million-dollar donation helped raise $14 million to support United Hatzalah’s work in Israel. More than 1,700 people attended the sold-out event at the organization’s annual Miami Gala.

“You are all fighters. I am a former fighter, but we keep fighting every day,” Mayweather told the audience.

The philanthropist is no stranger to the organization. He received United Hatzalah’s Champion of Israel award for supporting the Jewish state and was recognized for aiding the organization during the Swords of Iron War. Two months ago, Mayweather contributed to the cause by donating 100 bulletproof helmets and vests to protect the organization’s volunteers.

He directly addressed United Hatzalah of Israel Founder Eli Beer, “Eli, you and United Hatzalah are doing such a great job. I will be here until the casket drops, supporting you and standing behind you as long as there are people who need your help.”

The generous entrepreneur didn’t stop there. He also gave another philanthropist, Dr. Miriam Adelson, a longtime United Hatzalah supporter, a diamond necklace in the shape of the organization’s logo.

Mayweather launched the Mayweather Israel Initiative on Dec. 8. The initiative will benefit Israeli orphans celebrating their birthdays over the next year. He announced the program on his social media account. A mobile van will distribute birthday gifts throughout the region.

The Jerusalem Post reported that Mayweather announced the initiative while attending a Standing Together event in Israel. In his post, the philanthropist acknowledged the founder of Standing Together, Chessed V’Rachamim. The organization supports initiatives and has been instrumental in purchasing washing machines for the Israel Defense Forces at their bases and sending widows and orphans on dream vacations.