Friends of the IDF (FIDF)
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) is the premier IDF charity that unites an international community of IDF friends and FIDF donors to support the brave men and women of the Israel Defense Forces. Since 1981, FIDF has empowered soldiers, veterans, and their families through education, well-being, and commemoration programs, helping those who defend Israel thrive on and off the battlefield.
What Is FIDF?
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), also known as Friends of the Israel Defense Forces NYC and globally as Friends of IDF, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial and moral support to the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces. Supported by thousands of friends of the Israeli defense forces, FIDF bridges the civilian-military gap by funding:
- Educational scholarships and vocational training so former soldiers can build civilian careers.
- Wounded warrior care, including rehabilitation, adaptive sports, and psychological support.
- Camaraderie and morale programs, from troop respite trips to holiday gatherings.
- Remembrance and legacy projects that honor fallen heroes and strengthen national memory.
Why Support FIDF?
Every day, IDF soldiers put their lives on the line to defend Israel’s safety and freedom. As an IDF charity, FIDF ensures no soldier faces combat stress, injury, or reintegration alone. Your generosity through Friends of the Israel Defense Forces:
- Boosts resilience –providing soldiers essential mental-health resources and peer networks.
- Expands opportunity –awarding scholarships and grants to cover university tuition or to fund start-ups and small businesses.
- Carries compassion – delivering holiday care packages, crisis relief during security emergencies, and year-round morale boosters.
How to Donate: “Donate Israel Defense Forces”
Seeking a way to give back? “Donate Israel Defense Forces” leads you to FIDF’s secure donation portal. Your gift can be:
- One-time: Help fund a scholarship or send a “care and comfort” kit to front-line units.
- Monthly support: Become a sustaining FIDF donor, ensuring continuous care for soldiers.
- Corporate partnership: Sponsor a battalion program or host a Friends of IDF gala to mobilize your community.
FIDF Israel & Global Reach
With a flagship office in New York and affiliated chapters across North America, Latin America, Europe, Australia, South Africa, and Asia, FIDF Israel extends its impact worldwide. From FIDF-sponsored recreation centers on military bases to emergency-response grants during border crises, FIDF’s global network of friends of IDF stands ready to help.
The Annual Friends of IDF Gala
Each year, the Friends of IDF gala in New York City brings together philanthropists, business leaders, and celebrities for an evening of inspiration and solidarity. Proceeds from the black-tie event directly underwrite FIDF’s flagship projects. Tickets and corporate tables often sell out months in advance—so secure yours early to join the leading Israel Defense Forces donor community.
As the premier Israel Defense Fund, FIDF embodies the solidarity between soldiers and supporters worldwide. Whether you’re an IDF friend, a first-time donor, or an alum of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces NYC community, your contribution drives healing, opportunity, and hope for those who defend Israel.