In each generation, it takes a group of committed people to continue a family legacy of philanthropy. Helping people is part of Jewish life. Now a new group, the Dor Hadash Board, currently in formation, is focusing on bringing awareness and financial support to the four Beit Halochem rehabilitation centers in Israel that serve more than 50,000 disabled veterans, terror attack survivors, and their family members.
Young Leaders
Sivan Ron
Sivan Ron grew up in Kibbutz Lotem together with his three brothers in the north of Israel. He did a year of voluntary community service with “Youth at Risk” before joining the army. At the end of the volunteer service year, Sivan enlisted in the elite “Maglan” unit. During Operation Protective Edge (2014), Sivan’s team encountered fierce battles against terrorists. In one of those battles, Ron was seriously injured by shrapnel from an explosive charge detonated near the building where his team was.
How One Person Made a Difference: Remembering Daniella Moffson z”l
On Sunday, January 21, more than 400 people of all ages gathered for a day of chesed activities to mark the second yartzeit of Daniella Moffson z”l. The Daniella Moffson Foundation held this Chesed Fair in her memory.
Fall Kickoff: Honoring the Men and Women Injured Protecting Israel
The Young Leaders Board started the year with its Annual Fall Kickoff, which drew over 300 to meet and greet, and to learn about how Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans-Beit Halochem helps rehabilitate wounded warriors in Israel.
Another Banner Year: 2017 FIDV Young Leadership Gala
Close to 450 young men and women gathered for the 2017 FIDV Young Leadership Gala to celebrate and support Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans-Beit Halochem, and the soldiers who have been injured protecting Israel.
2nd Annual FIDV Young Leadership Gala resounding success
Dear Michael, Jake and Jake and all the YL Board members, on behalf of the FIDV Board of Directors, I thank you for helping to make the 2nd Annual FIDV Young Leadership Gala such a resounding success. We’re all very proud of what you have accomplished.
Young Leaders Cycle to Support Disabled Veterans
On Wednesday, November 11, the Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans Young Leaders hosted their second Annual Cycle and Support indoor cycling fundraiser, chaired by Maddy Ellenberger and Jennifer Silvershein.
YOUNG LEADERS FALL KICKOFF EVENT
Raises Critical Funds for Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans Close to 400 young men and women came out on a rainy night to support Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans and the heroic warriors wounded while protecting Israel during Operation Protective Edge last year. Sponsored and coordinated by the Young Leaders
Captain Ran Ben-Attia Shares His Story at FIDV Young Professionals Breakfast
Wounded by a sniper’s bullet during Operation Protective Edge in July 2014, Captain Ran Ben-Attia has undergone many operations during his recovery. He has also been studying for his Masters in Government and Politics. Introduced by Michael Shmuely, Chair of the Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans Young Leaders Board, this