Powering The IDF Rabbinate
Faith. Readiness. Jewish Continuity — On the Front Lines.
The American Friends of the IDF Rabbinate (AFIDFR) strengthens the spiritual backbone of Israel’s soldiers. Working directly with the Office of the Chief Rabbi of the IDF and command-level rabbis across all sectors, AFIDFR supports the religious, educational, and welfare needs of soldiers — in routine service and in war.
Because the IDF does not fight as just another army, it fights as the army of the Jewish people. And Jewish soldiers need more than equipment.
They need meaning, identity, and strength of spirit.
We provide it — in real time.
What AFIDFR Does
The IDF Rabbinate often faces urgent needs that cannot wait for bureaucratic processes.
AFIDFR functions as the rapid-response civilian support arm.
Working daily with command rabbis across Israel, we identify operational gaps and fund immediate solutions.
Why the IDF Rabbinate Matters
In the modern battlefield, morale collapses before armies do.
Israeli soldiers operate under extreme pressure — morally, psychologically, and physically. The IDF Rabbinate exists to ensure that every soldier understands:
They are not fighting only for territory.
They are defending a people, a history, and a covenant.
The Rabbinate provides:
Jewish identity and purpose during combat
Guidance in moments of moral complexity
Bereavement support for families and units
Holiday observance in active war zones
Education strengthening resilience and unity
Burial and dignity for the fallen
When a soldier asks “Why am I here?” — the Rabbinate answers.
