FIDF

IDF veteran completes Hawaii Ironman race three years after losing leg in Gaza combat

After losing his leg in Gaza, IDF veteran Boris Shtonda completed Hawaii's grueling Ironman triathlon using a specialized running prosthetic, dedicating the race to wounded soldiers in rehabilitation

IDF veteran Boris Baruch Shtonda completes the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii on October 10, 2026.
Ribbon cutting ceremony of the Mevo’ot HaHermon - Sheba Clinic, UJA NY Home, October 14, 2026.

Sheba opens psychological treatment center for security operatives with PTSD in northern Israel

A screenshot of FIDF's digital library of October 7 testimonials.

FIDF releases video library of October 7 testimonials, incl. ex-hostages, IDF soldiers

The new center at Kfar Maccabiah will host training, commanders’ days and programs aimed at strengthening cohesion and resilience among IDF reservists.

IDF opens ‘Reservists’ Home’ in Ramat Gan to support reserve units


Grapevine December 6, 2020: All roads lead to Dubai

The light of the upcoming holiday of Hanukkah is marred by rising antisemitism around the globe.

DIHAD BUSINESS development manager Jennie Robin with ZAKA Chairman Yehuda Meshi Zahav.

New FIDF CEO: The more you know us, the more you’ll want to join us

Steven Weil enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a prominent educator, pulpit rabbi, and, most recently, Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union before joining FIDF in September.

Steven Weil, FIDF’s National Director and CEO.

Over $15 million raised at first-ever virtual FIDF national gala

Gala featured live performances by superstar and active IDF soldier Noa Kirel, singer-songwriter Idan Raichel, and IDF soldier Eden Alena, who will represent Israel in the next Eurovision contest.

Noa Kirel performing at FIDF Virtual Gala

First-ever virtual FIDF national gala - watch live

Join the first-ever FIDF gala featuring top-ranked army officials and the stories of those who give their lives and save the lives of the people of Israel.

US and Israeli soldiers together onstage at the 2019 FIDF National Gala Dinner in NY

IDF General: Supporting the IDF is the greatest contribution

Brig.-Gen. Rhassan Elian will participate in the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Virtual Gala, on Sunday, September 13.

Brigadier General Rhassan Elian

Noa Kirel To perform live At first-ever virtual FIDF National Gala

Kirel, an active IDF soldier, recently signed a deal with Atlantic Records, the largest ever for an Israeli artist

The 2019 FIDF National Gala Dinner in NY

FIDF names Steven Weil new CEO

Weil succeeds Maj. Gen. (Res.) Meir Klifi-Amir, who has led FIDF for the previous six years.

Steven Weil, incoming National Director and CEO  of FIDF

Minister Yoaz Hendel runs 5K with incoming lone soldiers

A group of some 80 young men and women will soon enlist as Lone Soldiers, joining 3,500 Lone Soldiers from around the world under the Nefesh B’Nefesh-Friends of the IDF (FIDF) Lone Soldiers Program.

MK Yoaz Hendel runs with incoming lone soldiers

Largest IDF synagogue opened in southern Israel

The inauguration of this new building took place on Tuesday, and was attend by FIDF Executive Director in Israel.

Or Olam Synagogue exterior.

Friends of IDF to conduct virtual Independence and Remembrance Day events

The virtual events are only expected to last one hour, and are part of the FIDF's digital alternatives to community events and galas across diaspora communities.

US and Israeli soldiers together onstage at the 2019 FIDF National Gala in NY