The Israeli Resilience Association was established as an immediate response after the October 7 attack on southern communities, with the goal of strengthening IDF combat soldiers in various units, the displaced residents from their homes in the south and north, the injured physically and mentally, and to strengthen the mutual responsibility between sectors within Israeli society. Together with the Southern Gaza Brigade on October 7, we operated under the national emergency umbrella, and since then we strive to add value and do good in additional areas, wherever possible, to strengthen resilience.
The Israeli Resilience Association is a registered non-profit organization (Reg. No. 580779684). We operate together with the “Drachim Lemanuel” Association (in memory of Emmanuel Moreno), without profit motives and without any political affiliation, in order to best contribute in the most affected areas.
We, the Israeli Resilience Association team, consisting of veterans and fighters from special units, security services, and professionals from additional fields, operate entirely through volunteering for the benefit of the State of Israel and the IDF. All donations are directed to the highest and most reliable standards under the supervision of the Israel Corporations Authority, the Registrar of Non-Profits, and an appointed CPA.
The association’s team includes professionals familiar with terrain operations and experienced in rapid deployment, high-level emergency response to field needs, and acquiring quality, effective equipment for special units.
We strive to contribute as much as possible to strengthening the security and mental resilience of residents in the periphery, and to ensure the prosperity and well-being of the residents of the State of Israel.
The association works to enhance security, mental, and social resilience among soldiers, civilians, and youth. Activities include fundraising, recruitment, procurement of equipment, project initiatives, education, training, consulting, and management of various projects.
The association’s activities are conducted under national and international coordination.
Combat platoon commander in the IDF’s Sayeret Matkal, ranked as deputy brigadier general, IDF operations officer, with ranks from second lieutenant to brigadier general. Served for 6 years as Head of the Security Department with the rank of brigadier general.
Served as Deputy Head of the Shin Bet, Head of the IDF Operations Division, and Head of the East Jerusalem Police District. Former CEO of the Israel Antiquities Authority.
Completed his IDF service with the rank of brigadier general. Served as a company commander in the Armored Corps and as a battalion commander in the Yom Kippur War, where he was awarded the Medal of Valor for rescuing soldiers under fire. Served for ten years as the IDF Ombudsman for Soldiers’ Complaints. In 2018, following his retirement, Brik became known for his criticism of the IDF’s readiness and security policy.
Former IDF officer, served as commander of Sayeret Matkal, Knesset member, and head of Beit El’s educational institutions. Holds advanced degrees in logic and philosophy (Columbia University).
Graduate of small and large yeshivot. Served in the IDF as a combat soldier in the paratroopers and Golani Brigade during the First Lebanon War. Known worldwide as an expert in Chinese medicine. Rabbi David has provided treatments to thousands from all sectors of Israeli society, across all ages, specializing in trauma diagnosis and recovery, on a full volunteer basis. He is also the President of the Chesed Olam Association (non-profit).
