Healing the world one smile at a time.
About American Friends of Dental Volunteers for Israel
Through fundraising and volunteer recruitment efforts in the United States, AFDVI supports the work of Dental Volunteers for Israel at the Trudi Birger Clinic, which provides free dental care and oral health education to Jerusalem’s underprivileged regardless of racial, ethnic, or religious background. Since 1980, DVI depends on the generosity of donors and volunteers from the US and around the world to continue to serve Jerusalem’s poorest children and seniors.
The Trudi Birger Dental Clinic Story
Dental Volunteers for Israel was founded in 1980 by the late Trudi Birger, a Holocaust survivor, microbiologist, and dedicated humanitarian activist.
Become a Dental Volunteer Member
DVI welcomes applications from dentists who have been licensed for at least two years, and who feel comfortable doing operative dentistry on children.
Become an AFDVI Supporter and Donate Today!
Your gift allows DVI to provide dental care and oral health education to Jerusalem’s underprivileged children and free preliminary care to needy seniors.
DVI Statistics
Since 1980
10,000 +
Youths
Treatment for Jerusalem’s underprivileged youth
150 +
Volunteer Dentists
Dentists from across the United States serving those in need
500 +
Seniors
Dentures for Jerusalem’s underprivileged seniors
and growing…
Mission Statement
The mission of ADFVI is to improve the lives of underserved and at-risk populations in Israel, at no cost to our patients, without regard to their religion, race or ethnic origin. DVI provides education, prevention and treatment through collaboration and support from international partners, and local and international dentists.
News & Updates
Keep up-to-date on what’s happening at AFDVI.
A Story of Compassionate Care:Bringing Smiles to Students from Nepal
In June 2024, three agriculture students from Nepal, two volunteer dentists from the Netherlands and one volunteer dentist from Israel met one another at the DVI Clinic in Jerusalem. This is their story… There were 17 Nepalese students of agriculture studying and working in Kibbutz Alumim on October 7, 2023. Tragically, ten were murdered and…
Installation of New Dental Chair at the Dental Volunteers for Israel
Alpha Omega Foundation US (Foundation) and Dental Volunteers for Israel (DVI) are pleased to announce the installation of the state-of-the-art Alan J. Sherman-Alpha Omega Foundation US Dental Chair at the Trudi Birger Dental Clinic. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the commitment of both organizations providing high-quality dental care to underserved communities in Israel.…
Teaneck-Based Dentist Volunteers With Ukrainian Refugees in Jerusalem
DVI dentists have been treating Ukrainian refugees since early March, working the front lines, providing emergency and restorative dental care to so many. Read more about how DVI volunteers help treat Ukrainian Refugees in Jerusalem: Teaneck-Based Dentist Volunteers With Ukrainian Refugees in Jerusalem
The Dental Volunteers for Israel 40th Anniversary Virtual Gala
Celebrating 40 Years of Smiles The Dental Volunteers for Israel 40th Anniversary Virtual Gala Sunday, November 28, 2021 WATCH THE GALA BELOW! THANK YOU GALA SPONSORS! CO-CHAIRS: Dr. Hugh Pollack and Dr. Saul Pressner HONOREES DR. D. WALTER COHEN (Posthumous)Dean Emeritus, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental MedicineChancellor Emeritus, Drexel University College of MedicineRemarks Honoring Dr.…
