“The FIDF National NY Gala Dinner will pay tribute this year to the talented soldiers who take part in the IDF’s renowned intelligence activities, which have become increasingly important for Israel’s security,” said FIDF National Director and CEO, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Yitzhak (Jerry) Gershon. “Our objective is to give FIDF supporters an exclusive glimpse into the lives and daily operations of the brave men and women defending the Jewish homeland.”
Special guests will include senior IDF officials; notable dignitaries from Israel and Washington; more than 30 soldiers and officers from various IDF units as well as soldiers from the United States Armed Forces; performances by the exceptional IDF Orchestra; live-satellite with distinguished figures in Israel and honored guest speakers.
Attached is a picture from last year’s FIDF National NY Gala Dinner and below is a link to video highlights from the event:
About Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF):
FIDF was established in 1981 by a group of holocaust survivors as a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization with the mission of providing and supporting educational, social, cultural, and recreational programs and facilities for the heroic men and women of the IDF. Today, FIDF has more than 120,000 loyal supporters, and 16 regional offices throughout the U.S. and Panama. FIDF proudly offers its support to the IDF soldiers and their families through a variety of unique and innovative programs. These opportunities reinforce the vital bond between the communities in the United States, the soldiers of the IDF, and the State of Israel.