Isaac Toussie’s philanthropic work has reached a multitude of organizations throughout the country. He has contributed to hospitals, schools and public health organizations. Yet, Toussie’s commitment to supporting orthopedic programs throughout the country is both unique and important. Orthopedic health programs serve a vital function in facilitating proper recoveries for individuals with bone or joint injuries. These programs are necessary, but frequently are underfunded.

Trying to make a change, Toussie started his commitment to changing the landscape for orthopedic funding by making a substantial contribution to the Broward Health’s Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. Broward Health generally is a hospital system located in Broward County, Florida. In 2020, Broward Health had over 1,500 bed and 240,000 emergency visits. The facility is constantly growing in both size and scope. Their flagship hospital, Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, is a Level I trauma center and offers services ranging from cardiac care to surgical weight loss. Broward’s other hospitals offer similar services to various locations throughout the county. Toussie’s donation to the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center will help the hospital system treat various individuals that have suffered from sports related injuries. Any individual can suffer from a sport induced injury, many of whom would not have an easy medium for treatment without Broward’s center.

Toussie’s commitment to the field of orthopedics also led to his donations to the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). As its name indicated, HSS is a specialized hospital that treats patients with mobility issues. HSS is one of, if not the most, prestigious hospital in its field, ranking first in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report over the past 12 years. HSS has an unmatched level of expertise. “Founded in 1863, Hospital for Special Surgery is the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. More than 32,000 surgical procedures are performed annually. HSS performs more hip surgeries and more knee replacements than any other hospital in the US,” as stated on HSS’s website.

Orthopedics is not the only specialty medical field that Toussie has contributed to; he has made a point to support to a vast majority of specialty organizations. Toussie has made donations to the JDRF, a world-class organization that funds research projects for type 1 diabetes. The organizations mission is to eliminate type 1 diabetes through increased technological and scientific advancements. Additionally, Toussie has donated to the Epilepsy Foundation. The foundation looks to help those with epilepsy better live with their disorder. That usually comes in the form of helping individuals find effective treatment and manage the symptoms of the disorder. The foundation also provides local communities with educational programs to teach them about the disorder.

Isaac Toussie’s lifelong commitment to philanthropy has benefited a multitude of organizations, individuals and medical platforms. Toussie’s specific commitment to orthopedic programs has been expansive, yet not exclusive. It has aided multiple organizations across the east coast and has enabled much growth within their specialty fields.

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Community service organizations throughout New York City have helped community members gain access to necessary resources for years. In the wake of the COVID-19 virus, these organizations have proven to be all the more important. Rising unemployment and economic volatility has jeopardized the stability of many families. Individuals with underlying medical conditions have experienced additional risk and concern during this period as well; many fear returning to the workforce or even leaving their homes. Donations to grass-root organizations combatting these struggles is imperative to their operation, and people like Isaac Toussie recognize that.

Mr. Toussie, an NYU Stern MBA graduate, has been immersed over the past decade in various infrastructure projects as well as in corporate investments.  However, he prides his charitable works over his business and educational accomplishments.

His search for worthy causes led him to Sephardic Bikur Holim. SBH is an organization that was founded in 1974 with the mission of helping. To some, that help could come in the form of financial contributions, to others it might mean setting up an interview with a potential employer. SBH is built to tackle nearly any challenge, with skilled therapists, career developers, and volunteers. In 2020, SBH distributed over 56,000 meals to those in need, made over 9,000 wellness calls to seniors and had nearly 4,000 active volunteers. However, the program that drove Mr. Toussie to donate to this organization in particular is its career division, which helps individuals at every step of the job application process to obtain employment, livelihood and hence self-esteem. Mr. Toussie continues to be impressed with the work of the organization and is proud of his donations to them.

Furthering his mission of support, Mr. Toussie looked to donated to organizations that focused on opening doors for children from a young age. One of the leading local organizations in that field is Chai Lifeline. In the organization’s own words, the organization “is a leading international children’s health support network, providing social, emotional, and financial assistance to children with life-threatening and lifelong illnesses and their families through a variety of year-round programs and services.” Chai lifeline has helped thousands of children cope with some of the most severe illnesses, including cancer. Volunteers fuel the organization and facilitate the organization’s dozens of events and programs. Mr. Toussie has made multiple donations to the organization in light of the impressive work that they are doing for those in need.

Mr. Toussie’s drive to keep opportunities open for children lead to a donation to The Association of Hole in the Wall Gang Camps, Inc. HITWG Camps gives children suffering and recovering from severe illnesses the ability to attend specialized camps. Many children that suffer from a chronic illness often have stunted self-esteem and require emotional support. HITWG Camps looks to help those children develop and grow in light of the hardships that they have faced. They have helped thousands of children since their inception in 1988.

The wide range of charitable organizations that Isaac Toussie has supported and sweeping reach of the causes he has championed is strong testimony to his character.

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New York City has various thriving Jewish communities. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Isaac Toussie has always contributed to organizations that strengthened the Jewish community that he remains a part of. Toussie values his Judaism and all that it has provided him. Specially, Toussie always related to the Jewish laws pertaining to business that the Talmud, a Jewish legal text, discussed and analyzed. “Judaism has strict and rigorous ethical codes that not only govern interpersonal affairs but business affairs as well I strive to adhere to such ethical norms on a day-to-day basis,” he stated.

Toussie supports various Jewish causes. Toussie has donated to the local Chabad House in Canarsie. Chabad is an organization that seeks to empower Jews worldwide by giving them the tools to learn about their heritage and traditions. The organization utilizes technology to accomplish their goal and thousands use the resources available on their website. There are hundreds of Chabad houses worldwide, each offering programs, educational classes, and after-school programs.

Toussie’s commitment to the Jewish community expands beyond the borders of New York City. Toussie also contributed to the Jewish Braille Institute International, an organization that renders Jewish interest materials accessible to visually impaired individuals. Given that many Jews rely on books and written materials to educate themselves religiously, the organization is of vital importance. The organization also provides resources for students within a school setting to supplement their classroom experience, such as braille texts. The organization services over 35,000 Jews of all ages and across the globe, providing them with the tools necessary to integrate into their community.

Toussie’s desire to aid the Jewish community also took on an international perspective as Toussie recognized the importance of supporting the Jewish state, Israel. Toussie has made donations to multiple Israeli institutions, including the Friends of the IDF. The FIDF’s mission is “To offer educational, cultural, recreational, and social services programs and facilities that provide hope, purpose, and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide.” The donations are used to ensure that soldiers are able to transition to civilian life, attain any supplemental medical care and receive necessary financial relief.

Toussie’s commitment to helping people has never been limited to his religion- in fact he has helped American Veterans of all religions, which earned him a Certificate of Recognition from the Paralyzed Veterans of America. He has also contributed to the Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association to help fund the P.O. John Kelly Fund.

Toussie’s commitment to both Israel and promoting accessibility to education made Tel Aviv University another great charitable opportunity for him. One of Israel’s most innovative universities, Tel Aviv University enrolls over 30,000 students. The university is the first university in Israel to create a venture capital fund, laying the groundwork for future growth in Israel. 25% of entrepreneurs in Israel graduated from Tel Aviv University, a staggering statistic given the progressive nature of the country.

Toussie’s wide ranging charitable pursuits are a testimony to his ethical reach and constitution.

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