251
Hostages Kidnapped
0
Live Hostages Still
Held Captive
1,200
Israelis Killed on October 7
913
IDF Soldiers Killed Since October 7
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Thank you for considering supporting the troops of the IDF. Your donations will help provide essential items the IDF service members need. Your donations will also help support the long recovery of those victims from the October 7th attacks. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who serve the State of Israel and to those who have suffered through these tragic times. Every contribution counts and is greatly appreciated.
The last remaining 20 live hostages were returned to their homes in Israel.
On October 13, 2025, just six days after marking the two-year anniversary of the horrific Hamas attacks, the last remaining 20 live hostages were finally returned home to Israel. Their return is a moment of profound relief and gratitude — a testament to resilience, unity, and the unwavering determination of our people.
Yet this day is also one of deep sorrow. As we welcome these survivors back to their homeland, we also remember the 28 hostages who will never return. Their absence is an unhealed wound, a reminder of the unimaginable cruelty and loss that began two years ago.
Now, our duty at ISrael Defense Fund shifts. We must care for those who endured the unthinkable — the men, women, and children who spent months in captivity, scarred by trauma but strengthened by courage. We must also honor and support the IDF soldiers who sacrificed so much — many suffering life-changing injuries — during the relentless fight to bring our people home and to restore security to our borders.
Their bravery, their pain, and their perseverance must never be forgotten. Healing will take time, but as a united people, we will continue to stand together — for the living, for the fallen, and for the future of Israel.
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pdated October 14, 2025
About Our Mission
At Israel Defense Fund, we stand in unwavering support of our brave troops of the IDF and the innocent victims of terror. Our mission is to provide essential aid, resources, and emotional support to those who have sacrificed for our safety and to the families affected by acts of terrorism. Through financial assistance, rehabilitation programs, and community outreach, we strive to honor their resilience, restore hope, and build a future filled with strength and solidarity. Together, we serve those who serve us.
