Soldier and Pizza

Below are some of the many inspiring messages
we have received with the Pizza orders:


Shalom Aleichem. I cannot begin to tell you what you mean to me. I am from Mississippi (USA), and am Christian. I spent 8 years in the US Air Force - but my time in the force cannot compare with you service to Isreal. My heart goes out to all of you. Every day you put your life on the line for the security of the State of Israel. And every day the world media prints articles to be-little you. I know that you are courageous, and that you do everthing you can to maintain peace. I am sorry that my own government continues to pressure Israel to negociate with known terrorist - like Egyptian-born, 'palestinian' leader, yassir arafat. Please know that many people here are praying for you and hope that G-d will soon bring peace to Israel. From my home, flies two flags: US and Israeli. When I see the blue and white, I think of you - even though I've never seen you - and pray G-d's peace on you today.
AM YSRAEL CHAI!!!
Enjoy in good health and good spirits....
The Netherlands
I imagine that we are about the same age, born in the late 1970's. I'm sure, in fact, that we might have many things in common. I want you all to know how much Americans like myself care about you, and how proud we are to have such brave allies.
--- Enjoy the pizza!
My wife and family have been watching the suffering in State of Israel from the beauty and safety of Kentucky, the 'Bluegrass State' - We know your courage and steadfastness defends all of us. We wish you and you families safety and health. We wish you and the men you serve with success in the battles you may face.
To the Soldiers of Israel,
Please enjoy this food as a token of my heart-felt appreciation for your work and sacrifice. While I have no personal ties to Israel, I want you to know you have my full support. I greatly appreciate the difficult work you are doing. I can barely imagine the difficulties you must face defending your country and familes from those who would destroy you (and the rest of civilization if they had the chance), but DO NOT GIVE UP HOPE!
Be well and safe. May He who made us protect you.
Elbert, Colorado, USA
I am with you all the way, spent 2 years in Korea, can still work a 60 moter, so if you need a old man of 69 to give you a hand just give me a call. I'll pay my own way. Thank God for people like you. My first wife was jewish so I know a little about you your friend all the way and I love you all.
We are with you, praying for your safety and grateful for your determination and courage.
A mom in Michigan
We support you!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sending this to you in honor of my brother who was a paratrooper on the IDF and my mother who is the mother of a paratrooper. You are the first line of defense for the Jewish people in our battle for survival against the forces of evil and destruction. May Hashem watch over you.
With love from San Diego.
Thanks to every soldier taking risks for our people every day! We love you. You bring pride to our lives. I will be making Aliyah within 8-10 weeks, and I hope someone sends me a pizza too! You are all in my prayers!
Yevarechechem Hashem Veyeshmarechem!
May HaShem keep you safe.
With appreciation and love - from your chareidi friends in Philadelphia.
Chazak Veematz ! We are so grateful for your steadfast commitment. Your hard work, and amazing strength, is what allows us to have our Holy land safe & secure, and to continue to live, and practice freely as Jews, all around the world and especially in Israel. We love you and are with you all the way.
Thank you, Chabad community in Pacific Palisades, California
thank you for making it safe
philadelphia pennsylvania USA
You are not alone or forgotten! We pray for you daily here in the U.S. Stay strong!
Thank you so much for protecting our people and our land. May Hashem be with you!
Dear Soldiers,
I am German and I know and love Your country and the people there. When You don't defend Your country - who else would do it? I hope You will succeed in doing Your dangerous task and that You will not be wounded and can go back to Your families or friends. I am with You. I could write much more but I don't want the pizza getting cold - and so: bon appetit and Shalom!
Thank you for all you do!
Greetings and pizza to the wonderful IDF!!
Your photos that we see in America show us all how professional and courageous you are in your fight against terrorism! My favorite photo is an IDF soldier in a tank with the best victorious smile I've ever seen while he was waving at the camera. I live in Colorado and I read the Israeli press in English every day about your military operations. Many of us are with you in spirit every step of the way. All my love to Israel and the incredible IDF!
The students of Hillel Yeshiva of Deal NJ thank you for your courage and bravery. We thank you for defending our state. You are our heroes.

The students of Hillel Yeshiva of Deal NJ
We are with you and send your barachot and hatzlachot. Enjoy!
Thank you for all that you do to defend the civilised world. Our thoughts are with you each day. Take care of yourselves!
God Bless IDF
TO ALL THE BRAVE SOLDIERS:
We admire and respect you. You are in our prayers. May peace come soon to our homeland. Thank you for defending Eretz Yisrael. May G-d bless you and keep you safe. May you soon return safely to your loved ones. Please know that you are not alone. You are our heroes. You are in our hearts. Enjoy this very small token of appreciation.
A family from St. Louis, Missouri USA
Chazak Veematz ! We are so grateful for your steadfast commitment. Your hard work, and amazing strength, is what allows us to have our Holy land safe & secure, and to continue to live, and practice freely as Jews, all around the world and especially in Israel.
We love you and are with you all the way.
Thank you,
Chabad community in Pacific Palisades, California
hizku v'imtzu b'ad ameinu uv'ad artzeinu!
to all the brave soldiers....you are CONSTANTLY in our thoughts, prayers and hearts.
My son - an American - told me that he was afraid to stand outside his synagogue - a small American reform synagogue in Beverly Hills - a wealthy neighbourhood. He said that he knows Jews are targets...then I reminded him of our Rabbi's teachings of your bravery....thank you...strong and brave men and women..for being there to make certain that Jews everwhere are represented - thank you for your bravery and support of our people... ...and enjoy the pizza!
Shalom from San Diego, California.
My wife and I just got back from 12 days in your wonderful country. It is a great State that you have built....we love it and its people. Do not let your guard down, as you have a precious mission to keep peace and freedom in your country and our country...Israel.
Good luck Guys- from Jim the Chimney Sweep! in the Kootenays BC Ca
Thanks to those of you who are making Israel a safer place to live. You are doing a great job and we are all proud of you. Kol Ha'Kavod!
I am a Jew from New York City who is in college. In my school there are palestinian groups who protest and spread lies about Israel. I am a member of organizations in my school that support Israel and try to spread the truth that the arabs don't want americans to know. I do all that I can here for Israel because there are Israeli soldiers fighting and dying everyday for the land we both love so much. I will never know who reads this letter, but I want the person reading this to know how much I love Israel and each one of you. You are all my brothers and sisters. Please remember that we cry in America whenever an Israeli is killed or hurt. My body is in America, but my soul is in Eretz Yisrael. Shalom Alechem.
Hi Troope,
California is supporting you whole-heartedly.
Enjoy
Our hearts and prayers are with you in Cincinnati, and in all of America.
Thank you for defending our spiritual homeland - and for making things safe for my son who lives in Eretz Yisroel and works at Hadassah Hospital. G-D Bless You.
Thank you for all that you are doing - not only for Israel, but for the rest of the world.
Total victory for your glorious cause!
It's our pleasure to provide this for you. You're doing an important job and we support you! Thank you for defending the Jewish people! We in the Jewish diaspora are forever indebted to you courageous young men and women! B'Hatzlicha! B'Shalom
A New Jersey family
Enjoy the pizza and thank you for protecting Israel. We love you!
Enjoy the Pizza. Thanks for protecting all of the Jews throughout the world through your bravery.
Thanks a lot guys! We are standing for you.
This pizza was donated by Pittsburgh friends of the Bryn family in memory of Rabbi David Bryn who passed away the 6th of Iyar 5762. Rabbi Bryn's love of Israel was surpassed only by his love of the people of Israel. Even though he was ill during the last 2 years of his newly married life, he talked often of going to Israel with his wife for a belated honeymoon. Meanwhile, he encouraged his congregants to make the trip. Sadly, he was not able to fulfil this goal, but his brothers and sisters living in Israel and serving in the IDF were never far from his thoughts. He prayed for your well-being on a daily basis. His tefilot continue on high on your behalf, as do all of ours. Chazak V'Ematz.
Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
G-d bless you all and State of Israel. Please crash enemies of Israel and bring peace for all Jews in the world. We pray for you every day.
We're praying for you.
Enjoy an ice cream break!
Many here are working to get Israel's messgae out to as many people as possible. Thank you for doing the really hard work...fighting for the right of Israel to live in peace.
Tzetchem b'shalom...boachem b'shalom.
Dayton, Ohio
For the soldiers:
1. We want you safe.
2. See number 1.
B'Hatzlachah Chayalim!
Thank you for protecting our people -- may HaShem be with you always. I hope to see my baby son Bar Mitzvah in Israel some day. Meanwhile, I am sending you this pizza in honor of my grandmother Michala o'b'm, who if she were here would run through enemy lines to bring it to you herself!
We are sending you one pizza; please send them what they are asking for.
We are on you.Go on.
Hatzlachah rabah ve mazal tov.
Your Brazilian friends.
Kol HaKavod L'Tzhal! Every day we pray for your safety and for peace. We hope you all enjoy the pizza and soda.
God Bless you and keep you and thank you for keeping my Yiddishkeit safe here in America. I understand what most American Jews don't want to face; namely, if Israel is not safe neither are we here in USA. You and those you love are in my prayers constantly.
Todah Rabbah,
Enjoy your pizza. Keep up the excellent work. World Jewry is 1000% behind you.
Blessings to you from Richardson Texas. Our richest blessings to you, your work has made us so proud - Thank You. For defending the land for walking acording to torah for being beyond reproach. Your support here in America has never been greater. The people are with you - we are with you. We hope to come home soon. Our children 7, 5, and 3 desire to somday be were you are. We believe we are of Ephraim. Blessings to You. Stand tall and may G-d of Avraham keep you safe and bring you back to your families in health.
Warmest Blessings
Please enjoy your Pizza and ice cream!
Thanks for risking your lives!
Shalom from Duesseldorf, Germany
Enjoy the pizza and kick their sorry Arab asses back to the stone age.
B'teavon veh toda raba!
B'shalom, from Los Angeles
Thank you very much for your service!
Pennsylvania, USA
We wish you good luck and a long, good life. I escaped WWII Holland and now you are fighting to keep Jews safe.
Thanks you. May we all know a life of peace.
Rosie and Jacob wish you great good luck. Jacob was Bar mitvahed last June and Rosie Bat mitvahed this past February. They are grateful you are struggling in Israel so all Jews around the world can stay safe too.
Remain watchful & return home safely.
Northern California
We feel pleased to do something for you -- thank you for what you do for Israel and for Jews everywhere.
Please, enjoy......God bless
Thank you for everything that you do to protect Israel. We in America support and appreciate you.
Enjoy the pizza. Shalom.
Dear Chayalim,
We can't adequately express our gratitude and admiration to you for protecting our country and our people. A while ago, I mentioned to someone that it was really frightening that the antisemitism in many parts of the world was the same as seen before the holocoust. They responded that there is one big difference - today we have an army! You are really the army of the Jewish people! Thank you. And remember there are millions of people around the world who love you and thank you as we do.
With much love and admiration,
Montreal, Canada
Please thank the soldiers for helping to keep Israel as a free Jewish State.
I am a Christian who visited Israel in 1981, and a part of me never left. I hope to return to visit someday. My thoughts and prayers have been with your people for over 20 years and especially in these very difficult circumstances for you. You are doing not only an important job defending against evil in your land but for the whole world. Toda Raba, Shalom Alecheim, and May God Bless and protect each and everyone of you. From a small town in the middle of Kansas, I love all of you.
Stockton, Kansas
Dear Soldiers,
My children Jared age 8, Colby age 6, Shantal age 4 with their new sister Zena wanted a way to show appreciation for you being the MACABBES of our generation. They are going door to door selling plants to raise the money to buy the pizzas for you and are going to tell the neighbors to order pizza for other soldiers as well. I have no doubt that you are no different than JUDAH THE MACABEE, each of you share the vision of AM ACHAD.
Just don't let the Pizza slow you down on the next 'MASA'!
Love with our Prayers for Peace!!
Ten pizzas for a moment of rest.
Shalom
Every day we think of those who are defending Israel, and supplying this food is both a mitzvah and a token of our appreciation.
Hi guys. I hope this is a tasty pizza! Just wanted to do something to say thank you for everything you're doing right now.
Thank you for your courage and commitment.
Good luck and God Bless.
We are with you in Canada.
Thank you for everything! My fiancé and I will be in Israel in August after our wedding, and we trust the IDF to keep us safe!
'G-d's gift to us is life. How we live it, is our gift to G-d.' (Leo Buscaglia's book: Living, Loving and Learning) What greater gift to Hashem can there be than saving the lives of those who seek life, loving, learning and peace. L'chaim b'shalom. Todah rabah. May the priestly blessing serve as your armor; may Hashem's 'light' serve as your guide against the chaos of evil. Bless you all.
Randolph, NJ
Shalom,
may god bless you all and keep you safe
oklahoma city, oklahoma
Thank you for sacrificing so much. I think of you all the time and pray for your safety. We are proud of you and all you are doing to protect Israel!
Philadelphia, PA
Me K'amcha Yisrael, Goy Echad Ba'aretz?
You guys are the pride of the Jews, the elite, the best of the best. Thank you from New York City, you are in my mind, heart and t'filot constantly. Enjoy this gift, you deserve it more than anyone else. Be safe, go with strength and feel proud that you are HEROES in every sense of the word.
Chazak Chazak V'Nitchazek!
May Hashem Bless and Protect You. Your courage will help save Jewish lives everywhere.
Thank you. We all love you and pray for all of you every second of every day. Thank you.
May Hashem bless you and keep you safe.
Columbus Ohio, USA
The money for this pizza was raised by the students of Congregation Ner Tamid's 6th grade in Palos Verdes, CA. The teacher Adam Titcher, is followed by Dylan Chodos (Student Leader), Ben Goodman, Alex Miller, Alex Simon, Eli Heller, Daniel Geisinger, David 'Parker' Phinney, Jonathan Feldman, Seth Niden-Preis, Jordan Rees, Barry Kramer, Mickey Brown and Marc Zollinger. We hope this shows our effort to help the Israeli cause and show our support of the soldiers. Thank you and continue to fight for us, the Jewish people and our nation, Israel!
our hearts and and prayers are with you
To the Platoon,
You are defending our history and us as a people. I hope this gesture, although small, finds each of you well. From a Jew in the Diaspora, thank you.
Thank you so much for defending the Jewish homeland. Your efforts will not go unrewarded. G-d bless you!
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A.
We stand with our Brothers and Sisters in Israel. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
We thank you for protecting our land and our people.
Dear Jayalim:
We love you, honor you, think about you, and pray for you all the time. Our children will be making Aliyah in July, and we hope to follow soon. Enjoy the ice-cream and receive our love.
I hope you get this pizza and ice cream from Ireland which is to let you know that we believe in what you are doing and hope that G-d will protect you this day and watch over your friends and family
WE SUPPORT YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! You are the front lines in the battle for freedom & Judaism! GD bless you all & keep you safe.
Chizku vi'imzu!
Dear IDF:
As American Jews we want to extend our love and support for you all in your war on terrorism. Our hearts go out to you. Your fight is our fight too. G-d bless and keep you all safe.
Summit, NJ
dear soldiers, i can't think of a better way to celebrate the birthdays of 2 adopted nieces of mine, lauren and danielle lappin, than to think of you. thank you on behalf of them for all you are doing to protect your loved ones, the state of israel and the jewish people. happy birthday danielle and lauren! love, rhoda
hatztlacha in all of your endeavors. from shifra, IDF 1951 and widow of IDF soldier killed in action.
Thank you for the vital work that you are doing. We may live far away, but we support you and think of you every day. We are so grateful that you are protecting Israel for Jews all over the world. Many thanks.
Reston, Virginia, USA
AM YISRAEL CHAI
To all of you brave soldiers,
Keep strong for Israel- Enjoy your pizza and gleeda!
You make us all very proud. May G-d walk with you every step of the way.
We love you and pray for you each day so that God will protect you.
My heart goes out to each & every one of you. I have many friends in tzava- some of whom have been hurt & I include you in my tefillot & every Shabbat before I bench licht. Hashem Yishmor Aleichem. B'teyavon!
thank you to all the soldiers. we greatly appreciate what you are doing for our country, israel. may you all return safely and soon to your families, and not have to return to fight. may G-D be with all of you.
May the Lord protect you and refresh you and may He be your source of strength. May He once again show His power deliver your country as He has in the past. May Jerusalem have peace! -- a Christian who appreciates and prays for you in your struggle for peace and justice
B'Tai Avon Hearty appetite. Good Digestion Safe trails.
We are with you and love you.
Even if we are far away, we are thinking of you and are praying for you.
From The Church of the Living Stones in Lake Mary, Florida. We love you!
You have no idea how much I love you guys! You are protecting not just our land but also our lives. The fate of ever single Jew, wherever in the world he is, is inextricably bound up with that of his bethren Ba'aretz HaTovah. As Moshe said to Yehoshua as he was about embark on leading Am Yisra'el's conquest of Eretz Yisra'el: 'Rak Chazak Ve'Ematz!'
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, my brothers.
New York, NY
ps: b'tei avon!
B'Tayavon. Thanks for keeping the country safe for us. We care about you and our Tefillot are with you.
B'tayavon, thanks for the job you guys do. We have you in our hearts here in Flatbush Brooklyn, New York.
CHAZAK V'AMATZ
From Psalm 3:
Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! Many are they that rise up against me...But Thou, O L-rd, art a shield for me; my glory and the lifter of my head...I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people that have set themselves against me round about...Salvation belongeth unto the L-rd: thy blessing is upon thy people.'
Shalom from Boston
Dear Soldiers,
Thank you for all that you have been doing for Israel's defense. My family visited Israel a few years ago, and we feel it is very important to support you, now and always. I hope this little snack reminds you that you are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you everyday.
Be safe.
To the brave soldiers,
With love and gratitude from the U.S. You are in our thoughts and hearts. Thank you for your bravery in these difficult times.
We are thinking of you in these hard times. Enjoy the Pizza- you deserve it.
I am so happy to think you will enjoy these snacks. So, that makes me happy too. from a good friend of Israel, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
The Palestinians that support terror of any form must be destroyed and Israeli life must be defended.
Go on boys.
from London
Strength, strength and courage! Thank you and may HaShem bless you all!
Sent with my best wishes for your continued health and success. The One who watches over Isreal neither rests nor sleeps.
Kol Yisrael aravim zeh lazeh!!!
Can't be there with you but my heart and thoughts and prayers are with you.
David melech Yisroel Chai v'kayom!!!
L'Chaim!!!!!!!
The S-4 Class at the Sinai Institute, Livingston NJ wants to thank you for all you are doing for our country and our people. We are 5th graders who pray that peace and security will come speedily in our day, and that you will be safe from harm. We are with you!!!!
Be well and stay safe.
California
Dear ones,
You and yours have our greatest respect. Enjoy.
My prayers are with you and all the people of Israel at this most difficult of times. I pray for a true and just peace.
We wanted to do something for our Rabbi and Rebbetzin, who have retired and are making Aliyah. We realized the only thing they would want would be to do something for the courageous, wonderful soldiers who defend Eretz Yisrael. May Hakadosh Baruch Hu keep you safe.
Good bless you all!
From a woman who lived in the old city in 1981...you all made me feel safe and I thank you. You always smiled and waved at me on my way to the Kotel, I have pictures of some of you on my wall still. I wonder how you are and if you and your family are safe and well. I pray that you are. Always in our hearts and prayers.....
Our hearts are with you all the way!
With love and best wishes to you. We are SO proud of you.
Palm Springs.
Keep doing a good job. God bless you...
Dear Defenders of Israel,
Shalom from Warrenville Illinois (about 30 miles West of Chicago). We just wanted you to know that we love you and we are praying for your protection. We understand the significance of what you are doing. We believe that ALL of Israel plus so much more land belongs to you. That Israel is not just the borders as they are now but stretch even farther. You are not fighting a losing battle. God Himself will make sure that all of His land WILL be returned to you! 'The Hamavdil Prayer' Baruch ata . . . . melech ha-olam. Hamavdil beyn kodesh l'chol beyn or l'choshech beyn Yisrael la-amim beyn yom ha-sh'bi'i l'sheyshet y'mey ha-ma'aseh. Baruch ata . . . . ha-mavdil beyn-kodesh l'chol. Praised are you, oh Lord our God King of the Universe. Who makes a distinction between holy and profane, between light and darkness, between Israel and the heathen nations, between the 7th day and the 6 working days. Blessed are you O Lord, who makes a distinction between the Holy and profane. Oseh shalom bimromav, huya'aseh shalom aleynu, v'al kol Yisrael, v'imru ameyn. May He who makes peace in high places make peace for us and for all Israel and let us say Amen!
Toda!
Followers of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob,
There are no words to express how proud the Jews of Montreal, Canda are of you guys. Please, stay safe- ENJOY the pizza.
SHALOM!!!! We Love You! Stay safe!!!
Shalom:
May this small token bring all of you some pleasure, if not for always, at least for the moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day. We salute you for your giving each and every day and look forward to the day when peace will return to Isreal and you have the opportunity to spend you time with family and friends.
G-D bless -- Dallas, Texas
We pray for your security.
Just returned from from a 'solidarity Mission' to Israel to raise $300,000,00 for your country. We in the diaspora are so proud of your stamina and courage. You are an example of all that is right in this crazy world. Enjoy .... Dallas, Texas
L'Chaim
We are behind you're fight for security 100% and hope it ends soon. Enjoy this Pizza and Ice Cream
Dallas, Texas
Brave Members of the IDF:
May I say what an honor it is for me to realize my message will actually be read by soldiers of the IDF. If I was 20 years younger I would be there fighting with you. As a Chritian living in california I realize Israel is the only true friend the United States can trust in the region. May the Lord protect you all and thank you for fighting terriorism on the front lines on behalf of the free world.
Many thanks again from the Bay Area.
With great respect.
This is a tiny gesture but please know our gratitude is immeasurable. We think of you constantly and pray for your safety and success. Todah rabah! from a family in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Hello from Augusta, GA, USA. I pray for Israel each and every day, for the safety of everyone. I am a born again Christian who knows that Israel is God's chosen people. I look forward to visting this great land. I pray for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalms 122). May God send His angels to protect you as you fight this war. Carolyn - USA
thank you and bless you
Dear soldiers, you are in our hearts and prayers here in Orlando, Florida.
Wonderful opportunity to give directly from us in the diaspora. We're behind you all the way.
Our prayers are with you from vancouver canada
'Truly, wait quietly for G-d, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him. He is my rock and deliverance, my haven; I shall not be shaken.' Psalms 62:6,7 Thank you for your sacrificial gift of service to G-d and your country. My prayers are with you day and night. Shalom from Seal Beach, California.
Greetings from the U.S.A.
We're with you guys.

Inspiring? You can see more messages,
or look at letters, drawings and photographs from children
all around the world.



PizzaIDF home page     About Us     Pictures     IDF Thank Yous
Press Center     Order Pizza