FIDF

FIDF, Nefesh B'Nefesh hold first Yom Siddurim for lone soldiers in two years

Over 4,000 lone soldiers from 70 countries attended the Yom Siddurim (Errand Day) event, taking advantage of the unique on-site opportunity to tackle both bureaucratic and personal tasks.

Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF together with IDF, host record breaking event with over 4000 Lone Soldiers from 70 countries.
Former hostage Edan Alexander returning to his home in New Jersey, June 19, 2025.

Released hostage Edan Alexander receives Fox's Honor Award, thanks Trump in acceptance speech

Drone being remotely controlled

Israel Katz, IDF chief launch hard-hitting campaign to block drones smuggling weapons from Egypt

The inauguration of the Saban Druze Warrior Heritage Center in the Galilee town of Kisra-Sumei, October 22, 2025

Druze Heritage Center inaugurated as donor urges repeal of Nation-State Law


IDF lone soldiers still facing failing IDF services - analysis

In recent months, lone soldiers have been in the news after the deaths of two soldiers highlighted the failings of the IDF in supporting troops during their service.

IDF soldiers cool off in a pool at the annual 'Fun Day'

Memory, loss and rebuilding after rockets destroy an IDF synagogue

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Israel solemnly recalled the six million Jews who were systematically murdered during World War II.

THE DAMAGED Synagogue at the Kissufim IDF base in the South

The Lounge: February 11, 2019

Grey Goose brand of vodka, which sponsored French culinary week, held a special event last Thursday in honor of the first visit to Israel of François Thibault, the create of Grey Goose.

OREN ALEXANDER (left) and Benny Shabtai.

The FIDF's record-breaking gala, Ashton Kutcher and Pharrell in attendance

The event featured a special performance by Pharell Williams and presented a program that told the 70-year history of Israel through the accounts of soldiers and other eyewitnesses.

Fran Drescher, Ashton Kutcher and Gerard Butler at the FIDF Western Region Gala

Friends of the IDF supporters to cycle across Israel

32 participants, including wounded IDF combat veterans to cycle over 250 miles across the country.

Bike riding in the Arava region.

Conference of Presidents names new chairman

“The intellect, judgment, experience and dedication he brings to the Conference chairmanship exemplify the depth of extraordinary talent available to help guide the Jewish community into the future."

FIDF National Director and CEO Maj. Gen. (Res.) Meir Klifi-Amir (third from left), FIDF National Chairman Arthur Stark (fourth from left), FIDF National President Peter Weintraub (fifth from left), and former Israeli Air Force chief Maj. Gen. Amir Eshel (sixth from left) with IDF soldiers at the FID

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A female soldier has mud applied to her face for camouflage in this photo from an IDF Instructors course in 2006.

Grapevine: Haunted by the Holocaust

In 1948, when the State of Israel was established, after the unprecedented suffering of the Jewish people.

MIRIAM AND Sheldon Adelson pose with IDF soldiers in New York.

Education support for IDF soldiers and veterans

Education is a core pillar of the FIDF organization, with 31 percent of our activities invested in education and culture and benefiting almost 10,000 soldiers and veterans.

STUDENTS WAVE flags at an event at Tel Aviv University.

Nefesh B’Nefesh and Friends of the IDF host annual ‘Yom Siddurim’ for lone soldiers

The initiative was created in 2014 to assist lone soldiers in army and immigration issues.

HAPPY LONE SOLDIERS at Thursday’s ‘Yom Siddurim’ event sponsored by Nefesh B’Nefesh and Friends of the IDF.