Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
Their job is to look after Israel. Ours is to look after them.
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
Our Mission
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) provides critical support for the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors.
We are the official organization authorized to collect charitable donations on behalf of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces across the United States of America.
Last year FIDF touched the lives of over 340,000 IDF soldiers, veterans, and their loved ones.
Last year FIDF touched the lives of over 170,000 IDF soldiers, veterans, and their loved ones.
Our Impact
From 2023-2025, FIDF sent more than $325 million to Israel for the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s soldiers, reservists, veterans, and their families.
Support in Action
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IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir Surprises 950 New FIDF IMPACT! Scholars at 25th Anniversary Celebration
IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, surprised 950 new recipients of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) IMPACT! Scholarship Program when he attended a […]
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FIDF Helps Provide Over $2.5 Million in Rosh Hashanah Support for IDF Soldiers
Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) and the Association for Israel’s Soldiers (AFIS) distributed gift vouchers worth more than $2.5 million to soldiers and bereaved […]
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Druze Heritage Race 2026 Brings 20,000 Together in Remembrance and Unity
Approximately 20,000 runners set out this morning (Friday, September 18) for the 14th annual Druze Heritage Race, held near the Golani Interchange in the Lower Galilee. The race is dedicated […]
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A Home for Those Who Protect Israel: IDF Opens New “Reservists’ Home”
The “Reservists’ Home” was established under the leadership of the IDF Manpower Directorate, in partnership with Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) and the Association for Israel’s Soldiers (AFIS), […]
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Supporting IDF Widows: Dana Yung’s Story of Healing & Hope
Losing a loved one is an unbearable sorrow; a path no one chooses to walk. For the spouses of fallen IDF soldiers, this grief is compounded by immense sacrifice and […]
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Captain (Res.) Alon Hindi’s Battle for Recovery
Born and raised in Hod Hasharon, Captain (Res.) Alon Hindi shared a life path with his twin brother—from taking the same classes at school to excelling in their service with the Paratroopers […]
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Surviving the Unthinkable: Dudi’s Story of Mental Health and Recovery
“The anti-tank missile hit only a few meters from me. In one second, everything changed. I lost my left eye, my strength, and the life I knew. I survived, but […]
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Therapy Dogs Help Israeli Soldiers Heal: One Donor’s Personal Story
FIDF program provides therapy dogs for heroes of Israel. This article was originally published in The Detroit Jewish News and written by Rick Bloom. I love dogs; I think they […]
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Remembering Through Recipes: Honoring Fallen Soldiers Ahead of October 7
With the third anniversary of October 7th approaching, we invite you to honor those we have lost in a meaningful and uniquely Jewish way: through food. Join FIDF Young Leadership, in […]
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America at 250: Supporting Israel Is Supporting Our Nation’s Foundations
As appeared in Fox Digital on July 5, 2026. By Aaron Evans, Christian Supporter and Vice President of FIDF Young Leadership, Washington, D.C. (pictured on the far right) As Americans celebrate […]
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Upcoming Events
Oct
15
2026 New Jersey Annual Tribute Dinner
The 2026 New Jersey Annual Tribute Dinner will bring our community together for an evening of inspiration and purpose as we honor Alice and Jacob Klein for their enduring commitment […]
October 15
Oct
18
FIDF New England Soldier Tribute
Each year, FIDF New England reaffirms its commitment to those ensuring our safety – the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces. Whether this will be your first or fifth, please […]
October 18
Oct
25
Friends of the IDF Westchester, Connecticut, Riverdale and Western NY Annual Dinner
Event Co-Chairs: Precilla & David Bukzin and Julie & Jeff Stein. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, October 25th at 5:30 pm in Greenwich, CT. Double your […]
October 25
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transforms lives.
The official organization authorized to collect charitable donations in the U.S. for Israel’s soldiers, FIDF transforms the lives of these brave men and women through empowering health, well-being, and education initiatives.