Westchester / Connecticut Chapter
The Westchester / Connecticut Chapter has been active for over 10 years and proudly spans between New York’s Westchester County and the state of Connecticut. Several Westchester/Connecticut supporters comprise past and current FIDF National Board members and show strong leadership to expand support for Israel’s soldiers within the Westchester / Connecticut Region. The chapter’s dedicated efforts continue to raise over $2.5 million annually for Israel’s soldiers.
Westchester / Connecticut Chapter | 1430 Broadway | New York, NY 10018
Articles & Past Events
Westchester Day School Welcomes IDF Soldiers!
Westchester Day School welcomed FIDF staff and 3 incredible officers with open arms on Friday, March 15th. We met with students in grades 3-8 and were presented with signs, songs and letters, and spoken to in Hebrew!
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Up Close and Personal with Visiting IDF Officers
When we see the FIDF signs all over the buildings and equipment, it's not just about what's been given, it's a warm feeling that we are appreciated and supported by Jews all over the world."
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Westchester / Connecticut Chapter Updates!
It has been an exciting time at FIDF and we are pleased to update you on our recent events and fundraising progress. The vital partnership between the FIDF Westchester/Connecticut Chapter and the men and women of the IDF is important, now more than ever. With your support, we are proud to have hosted these events as a strong declaration of FIDF programming to support Israel's soldiers.
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FIDF Parent-Child Mission Brings Families Together in Support of Israel’s Soldiers
Preparing to travel to Israel for the first time with her father, Julia Ferranti’s concern was not about the airplane travel, the unknown territory or unfamiliar language.
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Mitzvah Day Brings Cards for IDF Soldiers
On Sunday, February 12th, families at the Jewish Community Center of Harrison took part in a community-wide Mitzvah Day celebration teaching local students the importance of “Tikun Olam”. As such, the Westchester/Connecticut Chapter of the FIDF was in attendance and offered an area for students to begin a letter writing campaign to IDF soldiers. Read More
The 2011 8th Annual Gala Dinner Raises $500,000 in support for our soldiers!
On Saturday evening, November 19, over 300 members of the Westchester and Connecticut community came together in support of the soldiers of the IDF at the 8th Annual W/CT Chapter Gala Dinner, honoring Rabbi Mark S. Golub.
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