Greenwich event to honor Israeli soldiers

More than 600 people are expected to attend the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Westchester and Connecticut Gala, titled “A Night of Heroes,” at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich on Nov. 3 at 5:30 p.m. to salute Israel”™s members of the armed forces and contribute to FIDF”™s well-being and educational programs.

Israeli rocket scientist Ari Sacher, who works in the Air Superiority Systems Division at Rafael, where he develops new air-defense systems and has led the Iron Dome project, will be the event”™s keynote speaker. A VIP reception with Sacher for sponsors will take place before the gala.

Co-chairing the event are Elise Kamen and Steven Grossblatt; Jennifer and Mickey Lowitt; as well as honorary co-chairs, Lisa and Michael Leffell. 

Guests will include: FIDF Chairman Peter Weintraub; Ellen Weintraub; FIDF National Board member Wendy Moskowitz; FIDF Tristate Executive Director Galit Brichta; and FIDF Westchester/Connecticut Director Anat Chavkin. 

A group of active-duty IDF soldiers will participate in the gala.

The Israeli Air Force Musical Ensemble will perform and Westchester native Annie Rubinson will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” 

“Our Westchester/Connecticut gala is an opportunity for our local supporters to shake hands with the brave men and women of the IDF who directly benefit from FIDF”™s programs,” Chavkin said. “Our guests will have a chance to hear from Ari Sacher, and personally thank the brave soldiers who risk everything to defend Israel ”“ and Jews worldwide.”

Funds raised will go toward FIDF well-being and educational programs for IDF soldiers. For more information, https://www.fidf.org/events/westchester-and-connecticut-annual-gala.