In Memory: LIBI Board Member
LIBI USA mourns the loss of Herbert M. Heinstein, a founding board member since 2004 who tirelessly managed the financial oversight of LIBI USA and was responsible for establishing the all-volunteer ethic that continues to permeate LIBI USA today. The most costly pick of the closeout for the
Thank You to the Soldiers
LIBI recently embarked on a Purim campaign. Purim, in the Jewish tradition is the holiday which we celebrate communally by sending gift packages to spread the holiday cheer and remember the great miracles that God performed for the people of Israel in the days of Mordechai and Esther. Our goal is to send 1,000 packages […]
Save a Life, Save a World
Regardless of the tense relations between Israel and Syria, who are still officially at war, IDF soldiers have continued to apply a core Jewish value: “Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world.” As civil war rages in Syria, IDF medical forces are caring for the country’s men, women and children in need. “When we […]
Gala Dinner in France
Over 600 guests recently turned out for LIBI France’s annual banquet to support the IDF. Guests included the Chief Rabbi of France, the city’s Mayor, Miss Israel, and top CEO’s, as well as IDF soldiers and officers. An emotional highlight began with a video of two lone soldiers from France currently best nurses stethoscope serving […]
Keeping Soldiers Warm
Originally from South Florida, Private Josh Shapiro is now a proud soldier serving in the IDF. As much as he is enjoying his army service, Israel’s northern border can get pretty cold in the winter months. When LIBI USA Chairman Dr. John Grossman heard about Shapiro’s predicament, Dr. Grossman made sure that LIBI USA lucky […]
LIBI S. Africa Donates Gym
Recently, a group of 12th graders from South Africa came to visit an IDF army base to cut the red ribbon and dedicate a brand new gym for the soldiers, donated by LIBI South Africa. The students were given a tour of the army base and heard firsthand about the unit’s intelligence gathering missions. Good […]
40,000 Facebook Fans!
Mazal tov, LIBI, for reaching 40,000 Facebook fans this week! We love to stay connected and hear from you. Thanks to Anne Baker for sending these words to the soldiers of the IDF: “I admire these young people they are an inspiration to the world . My prayers are for their protection.” Anne Baker via Facebook. Quick and […]
Warm Coats, Warm Hearts
Look who’s wearing warm winter gear from LIBI USA! These soldiers are part of the IDF’s Erez Battalion who are stationed at Israel’s border crossings. They expressed their sincere appreciation to all of LIBI USA supporters who warmed them up by sponsoring these snug winter coats and other warm gear. We love to hear from […]
IDF Aid, Worldwide
by Lea Speyer, When you hear on the news of Israel sending medical rescue delegations to disaster zones, the man in charge is Dr. Ofer Merin. Dr. Merin, the commander of the IDF Field Hospital Unit, has led medical rescue teams recently to Haiti, Japan, and the Philippines. the gout diet & A cardiothoracic surgeon […]