Benny Saville

בני סוויל

This November, I will be participating in the ALYN Children's Hospital Wheels of Love charity bike ride. It is a multi-day, challenging ride that starts in the Judean Desert and ends at ALYN Hospital in Jerusalem.

In the past years, my son Matan Saville, who was treated at the ALYN Hospital when he was 11 years old and rehabilitated after an injury, rode this journey.

Matan was inspired to ride by an anonymous rider who completed the journey and received a medal from Matan. When Matan thanked the rider, the rider said to Matan, 'You are the real hero.' Since then, Matan has participated in six 'Wheels of Love' rides.

On November 13^th , Matan was injured in an operational action in Gaza and is still undergoing further rehabilitation, and in memory of his close friend Roei Marom z"l fell in that same event.

I am riding the journey in Matan's place, hoping that next year he will rejoin this special group of riders (together with me) .In addition to  that the riders from ALYN dedicate their ride in memory of Yakir Hexter z"l, who fell in January fell in January defending Israel.

I wish to dedicate my journey to Matan's recovery and in memory of Roey Marom z"l.

During war or peace, ALYN treats children of all races, nationalities and religions, and the professional staff at ALYN reflects the diversity of the communities for which it cares. Unfortunately, the war has significantly increased the financial need for caring for thousands of disabled children. I need your help to reach my goal. Together, we can help hundreds of children in need.

Thank you, in advance, for your generosity.