
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
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 sole 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 340,000 IDF soldiers, veterans, and their loved ones.
soldiers given financial support
soldiers provided education
IMPACT! scholarships granted
wounded soldiers and bereaved family members cared for
lone soldiers supported
soldiers benefitted from spiritual and heritage programs
million construction project dollars at work
Support in Action
- FIDF News
- Soldier Stories
- Honored Friends
- Young Leaders
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Canine Companionship for IDF Families Suffering From Loss
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces has launched an extraordinary initiative together with the Israeli Ministry of Defense to provide emotional support dogs to bereaved families in Israel who have […]
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FIDF Launches After the Shiva, Personal Support for Grieving IDF Families
Families in Israel have faced a constant barrage of loss since October 7. Now, U.S. friends can come alongside individual families who have tremendous emotional and financial challenges. At […]
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FIDF Partners with Sheba Medical Center to Launch Groundbreaking National PTSD Treatment Initiative
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One Soldiers’ Personal Account of Horror and Loss During the War with Hamas By Captain (Res.) Odelia
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Alisa’s Story
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IMPACT! Scholar’s Death Deeply Touches Pepper Pike Family in Cleveland
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FIDF Young Leadership Launches Virtual Book Club
FIDF Young Leadership is proud to launch the FIDF YL Book Club—a virtual book club open to young leaders nationwide. This initiative provides an opportunity for members to engage in […]
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Young Leadership Launches FIDF YL Affinity Groups
FIDF Young Leadership (YL) is dedicated to building a strong, supportive, and empowering community for young professionals who stand with Israel and her defenders. To help deepen connections and grow […]

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Upcoming Events
Apr
21
An Evening with Glenn Cohen
Join us for an evening with Glenn Cohen, a former Mossad officer. During this engaging event, Glenn will share insights from his remarkable 30-year career, offering a rare glimpse into […]
April 21
Apr
21
Journey to Poland and Israel With FIDF
There has never been a more important time to bear witness to the atrocities endured by the Jewish people, both in the past and present. We must come together in […]
April 21
Apr