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Supporters and Donors

The Micha Shagrir Collection exists thanks to the generosity and dedication of those who believe in preserving Israel's cinematic heritage.

Building the first online archive of its kind in Israel — dedicated to the 50-year career of filmmaker and producer Micha Shagrir — would not have been possible without the individuals and institutions who contributed their time, resources, and expertise. We extend our deepest gratitude to every supporter who helped bring this collection to the public.

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Film & Media Foundations

Institutional partners who provided funding and archival support for the digitization and cataloguing of Micha Shagrir's extensive body of work.

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Cultural & Academic Institutions

Universities, research centers, and cultural bodies that contributed scholarly resources and helped contextualize the collection within Israeli film history.

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Private Donors

Individuals whose personal contributions made the preservation, digitization, and online publication of rare photographs, interviews, and press materials possible.

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Press & Media Partners

Journalists and media outlets who covered the collection's launch and helped bring Micha Shagrir's legacy to wider audiences in Israel and abroad.

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Technical Contributors

Web developers, video editors, and digital archivists — including Asaf Baitner, Rami Winestock, and Gilad Inbar — who built and maintain this platform.

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Editorial & Research Team

Dedicated professionals including Cara Saposnik, Maayan Flash, and Edith Shakked, whose meticulous work shaped the collection's content and accessibility.

"The Micha Shagrir Collection is a labor of love — made real by the shared commitment of everyone who understood that Micha's films, photographs, and stories belong to the public record of Israeli culture."

Interested in supporting the Micha Shagrir Collection? We welcome inquiries from individuals and organizations.

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The Micha Shagrir Collection stands as a vital bridge between Israel's cinematic past and its digital future, preserving the work of a prolific filmmaker who documented decades of national history. From his early days as a photographer in the IDF to his years as a leading radio and television reporter, Shagrir captured intimate portraits of prime ministers, military leaders, and everyday moments that defined a nation. This online archive ensures that researchers, students, and the public can access interviews, films, and photographs that might otherwise remain hidden in storage. It represents a unique commitment to cultural preservation.

Supporters and donors play an essential role in maintaining and expanding this collection, enabling the digitization of rare footage and the cataloging of thousands of images spanning war, peace, and daily life in Israel. Institutional partners and individual contributors alike share a belief in the power of documentary media to educate future generations. The collection's ongoing growth depends on this collaborative network of those who value historical accuracy and visual storytelling. Every contribution helps safeguard the legacy of a journalist and filmmaker who was present at pivotal moments, from the Suez Canal to government corridors, recording history as it unfolded.