The Broward / Palm Beach Chapter

The Palm Beach/Broward chapter of the FIDF opened on May 21, 2002. Our office, located in Boca Raton serves, all of south Florida except Miami/Dade County.

Since we opened our doors in Boca Raton, we have brought many high level dignitaries to the Palm Beach area including Ambassador Dennis Ross, Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz, Ambassador Daniel Ayalon, and high ranking IDF officers from all branches of the military.

Community leaders including the synagogue Rabbis, Day School Principals, Senators and Congressmen from both parties, Holocaust and Veterans Clubs, and Community Activists have helped us educate the community about the FIDF. We have brought many young soldiers to the schools and parlor meetings to present a first-hand look at how donations to the FIDF are life changing, whether it’s for scholarships for university, support for Lone Soldiers, or support for any other program the FIDF sponsors.

During the past 8 years, the Palm Beach/Broward chapter has created a very close relationship with various IDF battalions including Givati, Paratroopers, Nachal and Navy.

Through generous contributions we support the soldiers, widows, and orphans of Israel.

We thank our supporters and community volunteers for making this possible.

Broward / Palm Beach Region | 8177 West Glades Road, Suite 208 | Boca Raton, FL 33434 | 561-483-2771 | boca@FIDF.org


Upcoming Events


Boca Gala Dinner - Save the Date
Sunday Dec, 19th 2010 - Boca West Country Club

5th Annual  Golf Tournament & Awards Dinner
Monday Nov, 1st 2010 - Old Course Broken Sound Country Club

Mission to Israel
Nov, 4th 2010


December 6th Gala Dinner

The Palm Beach/Broward Chapter of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces made history at its Gala Dinner on Dec. 6 by raising more money in a single evening than ever before.  Donors contributed 25 scholarships for Israeli Soldiers; approximately $500,000 by the end of the evening.
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GIVATI DAY

Major celebration for the Givati by recognizing the best of the best of each unit. This full day of events culminated with the IDF Ensemble performance. It was attended by the IDF Chief of Staff as well as the Southern Commander and Defense Minister. This day was dedicated by Suzanne & Joseph Michaan of Palm Beach.




BEIT LID

During our November 2010 Mission we will dedicate the Taubman Recreational Facility at Beit Lid Paratroopers Base.

To sign-up for the mission, please contact boca@fidf.org




ASHDOD

In November 2006 we dedicated the Recreational Facility at Ashdod, a multipurpose building consisting of an Auditorium, inspirational Memorial room, Gymnasium, Synagogue, and Library/Computer Room.
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KETZIOT

The Martin B. Seretean Recreational and Educational Center in Ketziot was dedicated in November 2006. It includes a Computer Room, Music and TV Room, and Auditorium.
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IMPACT!

We have more than 65 scholarships sponsored annually by our generous donors. This vital project connects socio-economically disadvantaged  IDF combat soldiers with donors all over America in a unique program designed to ensure that the next generation of Israelis a successful future. Our goal is to provide at least 100 scholarships by the end of 2010.
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Palm Beach Chapter Board of Directors


Richard & Dr. Gail Kwal - Co-Presidents/ National Board Member
Henri
Stuart Morris
Heni Galel Sam Moshe
Glen Golish Dr. Robert Rothfield
Dr. Warren Grossman Tom Segal
Dr. Michael Kalisman - National Board Member Elissa Vessal
Dr. Steven Katz Robert Weinroth
Peter Levine Tamar Zimet
Gerald Mizel - National Board Member Michael Hadar Captain (Res.) - Executive Director

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Testimonials


"As a former IDF officer, I understand the desperate need for soldiers in the field for community support. FIDF is doing a fantastic job in supporting Israeli soldiers in their various needs."

- Victor Kevehazi

"To support those who provide our front line of defense and to let them know how much they are valued and appreciated..."

- The Litowitz Family Foundation

"Because it is my honor and duty to support the first Jewish army in 2000 years"

- Warren Grossman

"What more important cause can we support than the brave IDF Soldiers who are asked to make the ultimate sacrifice for their country and for us?"

- Richard & Gail Kwal

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