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Westchester/Connecticut Chapter Update
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Dear Friends,
The New Year is a popular time for many across the globe to make resolutions and for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), that opportunity was not overlooked.Posting on Twitter, the IDF outlined five central resolutions for 2016, with the objective to provide security for the people of Israel as the first.
The past couple of months have not been easy in Israel, which is why your support and involvement has been particularly vital. The bond between the FIDF Family and IDF soldiers is an important source of moral support that helps keep the brave young men and women who serve, optimistic - even in times of peril.
FIDF vision is to be the leading organization creating a better everyday life and brighter future for the soldiers of the IDF. As such, we invite you us at the NY National Dinner, chaired by Peter Weintraub, on Tuesday, March 15th. Join us in support of the IDF soldiers.
Click here for more information.
Since the establishment of FIDF in 1981, we offer educational, cultural, recreational and social welfare programs that provide hope, purpose, and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide. This is not necessarily our New Year resolution for the soldiers - this is our mission to fulfill for years to come.
Shabbat Shalom,
Anat Chavkin,
Director, Westchester and CT
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Past Westchester/Connecticut Events
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Luncheon in NYC
On Wednesday, January 20
th thirty FIDF
Westchester/CT supporters gathered for lunch in NYC to hear from
Major
General (Res.)
Meir Klifi Amir, who spoke about the current
situation in Israel, and Staff Sergeant (Res.)
Haim Kleiman, who spoke about his experiences
being part of FIDF's IMPACT Program.
To Learn More about FIDF's IMPACT! Program
"Flying for our soldiers" Flywheel Event
On Sunday, December 6
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over thirty FIDF supporters came together in support of the
soldiers for a spin event at Flywheel-Scarsdale. Thank you to our Co-Chairs Wendy and Maya Moskowitz.
IDF Ensemble Chanukah Performances in Westchester/Connecticut
In December, the IDF Ensemble came to the states to perform
in communities across New
York, New Jersey, and
Connecticut in support of Israel's soldiers. The Ensemble performed at the JCC of West Hartford, as well as Westchester Day School in Mamaroneck, NY and Carmel Academy in Greenwich, CT.
Chanukah Shabbaton at the Jewish Community Center of Harrison
On December 11
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and 12
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the JCC of Harrison's community gathered for its' first FIDF Shabbaton. The Shabbaton was filled with dinner, lunch, Shabbat services, speeches from IDF officers, and children's activities. Thank you to Rabbi Hammerman and the JCC of Harrison's community for opening their homes to the IDF Ensemble and IDF soldiers.
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Westchester Community Concert
Monday, March 14, 2016
Beth El Synagogue Center, Carmel Academy, Jewish Community Center of Harrison, Schechter Westchester, Temple Shaaray Tefila, Westchester Jewish Center
National New York Gala Dinner
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
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Mission to Poland & Israel 2016:
From Holocaust to Independence
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Is Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Coming Up?
CLICK HERE
to read about starting a meaningful Mitzvah project with FIDF
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For More Information about the Westchester/Connecticut Chapter...
Please
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Friends of the Israel Defense Forces is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. The portion of your contribution deemed to be for goods and services will not be deductible.
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