About Us
Our purpose is to champion the soldiers of the IDF and care for their needs as they protect the State of Israel, democratic values, and Western Civilization.
Their job is to look after Israel. Ours is to look after them.
We provide critical support for the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors.
40+ Years of Service
25+ Chapters Across the U.S.
340,000+ IDF Soldiers’ Lives Touched in 2024
11+ Consecutive Years FIDF Received Highest Rating by Charity Navigator
How We Help
Each year, FIDF fulfills a dynamic portfolio of commitments dedicated to meaningful, life-changing programs for the soldiers who keep Israel safe and secure.
Emergency Well-Being Support
PTSD & Mental Health Solutions
Financial
Support
Education Programs
Wounded Soldier & Bereaved Family Support
Lone Soldier Support
Spiritual & Heritage Programs
Construction Projects
Israel's Fight. Our Future.
What Defines Us
FIDF relies on the commitment and dedication of our volunteer board members and staff to ensure
that we are delivering on our mission each and every day.
FIDF provides life-changing support for the soldiers who keep Israel safe and secure. We are investing in Israel and the Jewish people by investing in the young men and women who are giving their young lives for the Jewish homeland and future. 
Courage drives us to stand strong in unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of the young men and women of the IDF, as they do for Israel and the Jewish community worldwide.
Compassion compels us to treat the young men and women of the IDF with the utmost love, care, kindness, and dignity, so they feel supported as they serve the Jewish nation.
Reciprocity acknowledges the immense sacrifice of the young men and women of the IDF and how investing in them has a profound impact on our communities at home and abroad.
Responsiveness propels us to evolve and adapt to ensure donor support is always funneled to meet the most critical needs of the soldiers, working in partnership with the IDF, MOD, and other charitable partners on the ground.
Solidarity unites our community and our partners around the world, fortifying our common commitment, responsibilities, and interests in support of the young men and women of the IDF.
Equality motivates us to engage in activities that remove barriers and provide equal opportunities for all the selfless young men and women of the IDF
Accreditations
Israel Defense Forces
FIDF is the official organization authorized to collect charitable donations on behalf of the soldiers of the IDF across the United States, as designated by the IDF Chief of the General Staff in 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2025. Read their letter of thanks.
Ministry of Defense
FIDF works in direct coordination with Israel’s Ministry of Defense (IMOD) to support the needs of the IDF’s Soldiers, Veterans, and Bereaved Families.
Charity Navigator 4-Star Rating
FIDF received the highest 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for the 11th year in a row–a feat accomplished by only 2% of charities in America. FIDF also earned Charity Watch’s “Top-Rated” seal.
Candid Platinum Transparency
Only the top 0.1% of charities nationwide receive this prestigious commendation. Earning the Platinum Seal of Transparency reflects our commitment to serving our donors and recipients, and maximizing the impact of our mission.