One Breath, One Life: Initiative Offers Free Breathalyzers for Chabad Events Ahead of Gimmel Tammuz

As communities around the world prepare for the upcoming Gimmel Tammuz farbrengens and gatherings, a new initiative is helping ensure that celebrations remain safe and responsible.

Neshima L’Neshama, an organization dedicated to promoting safety and awareness within the Jewish community, is once again offering complimentary breathalyzers to Chabad Houses, Shluchim, and community leaders for use at events and gatherings.

The program, which has already distributed breathalyzers to numerous communities, aims to provide a simple and practical tool that can help individuals make informed decisions before getting behind the wheel after a l’chaim or social event.

According to organizers, a limited number of sponsored breathalyzers remain available, and they are hoping to place them in Chabad Houses and community venues before the busy Gimmel Tammuz season. Shluchim and event organizers interested in participating are encouraged to reserve a unit as soon as possible.

The initiative emphasizes that the devices are not intended as a form of enforcement, but rather as a resource for personal responsibility and communal care.

“We care about the safety of every member of our community,” the organization notes. “This breathalyzer is a simple, respectful tool to help people make informed decisions. No judgment, no pressure—just support and concern for one another.”

The campaign highlights the importance of taking a moment to check before driving, reminding participants that even small amounts of alcohol can impair judgment and reaction times.

With the message “One Breath. One Life. One Community,” organizers hope the initiative will inspire communities to prioritize safety while maintaining the warmth and camaraderie that characterize Chabad gatherings.

Shluchim, Chabad Houses, and community leaders interested in receiving a complimentary breathalyzer for their events can request one by emailing drlshaffer@gmail.com.

As the flyer concludes: “Together, we can save lives.” One quick breath, one clear decision, and one small step can make a world of difference.