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The Young Leadership of the FIDF is proud to announce the upcoming FIFTH ANNUAL CASINO NIGHT GALA EVENT with special performance by MATISYAHU . An exciting night bringing together over 1,500 of New York’s most prestigious, young, rising professionals who will be wining and dining, playing, dancing and having an incredible and memorable experience. This evening aims at supporting Israel’s brave young soldiers who tirelessly protect the Jewish homeland. |
FIDF YOUNG LEADERSHIP MISSION TO ISRAEL
The Young Leadership division of the Friends of the IDF returned from a meaningful and succesful mission to Israel. It was the fourth annual trip of the young professionals who gathered from all over the united states to go and support the soldiers of Israel.
The group visited bases, joining soldiers both on their bases and in the field, and celebrating with them on “Tzahal Day”; an all day event, filled with live music, food, games and entertainment for combat soldiers, that was sponsored by the Young Leadership division. During this special “Tzahal Day”, Adam Tantleff, National Young Leadership President, informed the soldiers of the $1.2MM that were raised in mostly 2006 and up to date in 2007 by the Young Leadership Division.
The mission was an impactful experience for the participants who raised solely on the trip over 90 thousand dollars for the brave soldiers of Israel. Most of them have been many times to Israel and said it was the most special and meaningful visit they ever had.
The Young Leadership Division of the FIDF is a group of passionate young adults who have put it as their priority to help and support the IDF soldiers in Israel in any possible way. The division was established less then 5 years ago and up to date raised already over $2MM. The funds raised support a variety of programs for the brave men and women of the Israeli army, from mobile gyms and clubs to combat units and financial aid for needy soldiers throught the Dignity program, to university scholarships and capital projects, renovating and building facilites to ease the life of those who sacrifise their life for the safety of thei Israel people and the all Jewish world.
ABOUT THE FIDF YOUNG LEADERSHIP
In just three short years, the New York City Chapter of Young Leadership of the Friends of the IDF has risen from obscurity to the now leading Young Leadership organization in Manhattan , producing the future leaders of the Jewish community today.
Young Leadership was launched when its founder, Mitch Silber , decided that he no longer wanted to sit back and passively watch as events unfolded in Israel . Mitch took it upon himself to organize a movie for a small group of friends dealing with the Yom Kippur War, and the rest as they say is history. Soon more and more people started to mobilize in support of the organization, and their efforts led to a number of fundraising events at various hot-spots in Manhattan where the organization and its mission were highlighted.
The turning point for the organization though, came on November 11, 2003. Over 1,100 young people came out to support the 1 st Annual Young Leadership FIDF Gala, a casino night themed evening that raised in excess of $300,000. This evening solidified Young Leadership as a powerhouse organization in New York City , and set the stage for an exciting future.
That evening ultimately served as a springboard for our incredibly successful mission to Israel in the summer of 2004. 40 young people took a journey to Israel that changed not only their lives, but the lives of all of the soldiers with whom they came in contact. The highlight of the trip was unquestionably the Tzahal Day in Ashkelon for over 8,000 combat soldiers, sponsored by Young Leadership, where all of today's top Israeli acts performed, and a check from Young Leadership was presented for almost $600,000.
Building on the success of our mission and Gala, another Casino Night was held in November 2004. This evening not only redefined our organization, it re-set the bar for all organizations. Over 1,700 people attended our Gala and raised in excess of $400,000. A truly proud moment for our Young Leadership Board.
2005 has already opened with its share of momentous occasions. At almost 40 members, our Board is a broad representation of the entire Jewish community. The onset of the year saw us officially ratify our By-Laws, thereby establishing our permanence and legitimacy within the organization. In a sign of the caliber of leaders that Young Leadership is producing, our Board member Peter Reisman decided to pass on a lucrative career at the prestigious law firm of Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP and join the IDF. We wish Peter the best of luck, and are sure that he will not be the last from our ranks to make a life for themselves in Israel.
We encourage you to come and join us as we continue to grow and make inroads in providing for a safer State of Israel. Only by establishing a strong Young Leadership organization can we ensure the success of this organization's support of the future defenders of the State of Israel. Along the way you are guaranteed to have experiences, and meet people, who will change your life forever.
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Mission Statement |
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The FIDF initiates and helps support social, educational, cultural and recreational programs and facilities for the young men and women soldiers of Israel who defend the Jewish homeland. The FIDF also provides support for widows and orphans of fallen soldiers.
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Upcoming Events |
Israel Day Parade
Young Leadership Mission 2008
Pictures from Miami Yom HaAtzmaut Event
Young Leadership 60th Celebration
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