FIDF

Friends of the IDF (FIDF) is a New York-based nonprofit dedicated to helping Israeli soldiers, wounded veterans, and the families of fallen troops.

Authorities raid Michigan homes in probe of pro-Palestinian vandalism of Jewish homes, institutions

The raids — at homes in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti and Canton — were not tied to immigration issues or on-campus demonstrations against Israel that have taken place over the last year and a half.

 A scene of pro-Palestinian vandalism, including broken windows, and graffiti at the home of Jewish University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker in Huntington Woods, Michigan, December 9, 2024.
 Influencer and F-Factor founder Tanya Zuckbrot is seen being interviewed.

Tanya Zuckerbrot on coming to Israel: I felt motivated to bear witness, to document

From left: FIDF CEO Steven Weil, Minister of Transportation Miri Regev, Nefesh B’Nefesh Co-Founder Rabbi Yehoshua Fass.

Fast lane for lone soldiers: Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF host driver’s license conversion day

Lizze Noach & Bonnie Rosenbaum, Co-Directors of The Michael Levin Base, Tony Gelbart & Rabbi Yehoshua Fass Co-Founders of Nefesh B’Nefesh, Richard Corman,  Chairman of the Board of the Michael Levine Base, Noya Govrin, Division Head of the FIDF with Lone B’not Sherut celebrating Thanksgiving.

NBN, FIDF hosts Thanksgiving dinner for Lone Soldiers, National Service volunteers


National mental health center for IDF soldiers to be established in Netanya

Costing approximately NIS 150 million, a new center for mental health is being established in Netanya, built on the site of the existing Beit Feldman.

 An rendition of the national health center for IDF soldiers that will be established in Netanya.

Beyond the battlefield: How a summer camp is mending broken hearts

Sarah and Yona Ben-Nun found healing and support at an FIDF Legacy camp in the US after losing their brother in Gaza.

 A bereaved soldier saluting at the FIDF Camp.

Israeli youth who lost family members on, since October 7 attend FIDF US summer camp

Friends of the IDF hosts a record 340 participants from bereaved families in their annual summer camp, including 32 Israeli youth who lost family members since October 7.

The first camper group who left Israel last week

Honor Israel's fallen soldiers on Remembrance Day through the FIDF virtual experience

Those on the site can light virtual candles in their honor. They will also have a place to write personalized condolences to the loved ones left behind that will be hand-delivered to the families.

Memorial candles.

Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF host inaugural lone soldiers driver’s license conversion day

The event was attended by 1000 Lone Soldiers as well as National Service Volunteers, expediting the conversion of their foreign driver’s licenses in one day

 nbn lsp license conversion day may 2024

IDF thwarts attempted stabbing terror attack at Jordan Valley checkpoint

The attacker attempted to stab an IDF soldier after refusing to identify herself at the Tayasir checkpoint.

The site of the terror attack at Tekoa Junction in the West Bank which took place on Sunday morning July 16, 2023.

Agreement signed to establish PTSD treatment centers throughout Israel

These centers will treat individuals in Israel's Defense Force along with their family members, and it is expected that the centers will significantly enhance the country's response to PTSD victims

People crying and hugging with the Israeli flag in the background

Grapevine December 9, 2023: Unlawful credentials

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 IDF reservists prepare for an exercise at Tze’elim.

Nefesh B’Nefesh, JNF-USA & FIDF launch ‘Operation Hug’ to reunite parents with lone soldiers

New initiative will offer free round-trip El Al flights for one parent of each lone soldier on combat duty from anywhere in the world, to minimize the physical distance most are experiencing.

 Stacie Stufflebeam reunites with her lone soldier sons thanks to Operation Hug.

FIDF raises unprecedented $60 million in support of IDF soldiers - EXCLUSIVE

This announcement follows the catastrophic event which is labeled as "the most horrific attack in Israel’s 75-year history" orchestrated by the Hamas terrorist organization. 

 Cpl. Meir of the Nahal Haredi Battalion.

Noa Kirel raises nearly $30 million for IDF in war effort

The Ben Yosef family and Noa Kirel organized the evenings for IDF soldiers and the FIDF organization in the US, which were attended by philanthropists and businessmen.

 Israeli singer Noa Kirel at the 2022 ACUM Awards ceremony for Hebrew Song near Tel Aviv on September 7, 2022.