IDF soldier Agam Berger had just begun her service in border surveillance, and October 7th was her first Shabbat in the army, when Hamas terrorists stormed the Nahal Oz base she was in. Her life was suddenly thrown into chaos, becoming a test of faith and resilience.
Before she was taken captive, Berger managed to call her father, Shlomi, and tell him she could hear gunfire. That was the last time her voice was heard. Hours later, harrowing footage confirmed the worst fears—Agam was seen being dragged into a vehicle, en route to captivity in Gaza.
Watch Agam deliver her stirring message:
After 482 days in Hamas captivity, Berger was freed. In a video recorded this week as part of a new initiative, she shared a powerful message: “When we were there, and they saw our division, it brought them joy. They told us that when we are united, we are strong. So, I ask you, despite our differences, let’s maintain our unity—because that is Israel’s true strength.”
The Initiative: “Good Deeds for the Hostages”
Marking the 500th day of the war, Agam Berger, in collaboration with RegaNews, Rega Shel Chochma, and the Together We Win association led by Shai Graucher—launched a meaningful campaign encouraging people to perform good deeds: “One Million Acts of Kindness.”
As part of this project, an extensive database of good deeds will be created. Each participant is encouraged to take on a personal commitment—whether by helping their community, supporting family and friends, or engaging in a personal mitzvah—all with the goal of bringing the hostages home.
The idea was initiated by Agam’s belief that every positive action that strengthens the unity of the Jewish people will hasten the return of the captives. “I truly believe that each of us has the power to do something that will help bring the hostages home,” she says. “Every good deed you’ve done has already contributed to our return. We are here, and we want to bring everyone home soon.”
“Thank You—We Are Here Because of You”
In a heartfelt video produced by Rega Shel Chochma for the campaign, Berger expressed her deep gratitude to the IDF soldiers and security forces who risked—and continue to risk—their lives for Israel’s security and the safe return of all hostages. Berger also brings a message to all the people of Israel, who as a collective, have had unwavering support for the hostages the entire time. “Thank you to the entire nation of Israel, who stood by our families, fought for us, supported us, prayed, and did everything possible to bring us home,” she said with emotion.
“This Truly Brings Us Closer to Returning Everyone Home”
Agam comes from a strong and close-knit traditional Jewish Israeli family. When she speaks, one hears echoes of her mother and beloved family’s resilience is. They endured months of unimaginable hardship and pain but never lost hope for a single moment.
From Division to Unity: A Call for Action
The Berger family is determined to transform their pain into positive action that strengthens the entire nation. “I ask each of you to commit to one good deed—an act of kindness, a small mitzvah, something for someone else. Every good deed truly brings all of them closer to home,” Agam urges.
Instead of division, the “Good Deeds Will Bring the Hostages Home” initiative reminds us that every act of kindness reinforces national resilience and fuels hope. Having endured the darkest, loneliness moments of captivity, Agam knows better than anyone how much Israel’s unity unsettles its enemies. When she calls on us to act, it is an opportunity we cannot afford to ignore.
How Does It Work?
One Million Good Deeds
Visit the One Million Good Deeds page, commit to a meaningful act of kindness, and, with God’s help, bring the hostages closer to home.
