In 2007, a group of concerned Jewish leaders from the United States and Europe established ELNET to strengthen relations between Europe and Israel and foster pro-active communities in Europe to advocate for closer bilateral ties.
Over the last decade, Friends of ELNET (FELNET) has been working closely with ELNET offices in Europe and Israel to support this mission. As a fundraising arm of the network, FELNET provides financial support to the affiliates, fostering pro-active communities in key European countries.
Given the importance of transatlantic relations, FELNET serves as a unique bridge between the US, Europe and Israel. As such, FELNET organizes educational activities which facilitate deeper understanding of Europe-Israel relations among key US-based donors and stakeholders.
Friends of ELNET is a nonprofit organization that is tax exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and is a publicly supported charity described under Internal Revenue Code Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) and 509(a)(1).


Friends of ELNET Appoints New Chief Development Officer
Friends of ELNET proudly announces the appointment of Jay Haberman as its new Chief Development Officer. He will officially begin his new role on October 1, 2023.

Jewish Journal Op-Ed: ‘Europe Turns to Israel for Defense Modernization’ by FELNET West Coast Director
The Jewish Journal published an op-ed by the Friends of ELNET West Coast Director, Sia Kordestani on how European policymakers, looking to modernize their militaries in response to the Russian threat, are increasingly turning to the country with cutting-edge defense technology: Israel.

FELNET Event – Israel, Poland, and Ukraine: Building Post-Traumatic Resilience
Friends of ELNET is hosting an event focused on ELNET’s humanitarian program that brings Israeli trauma experts to train professionals aiding Ukrainian refugees

Friends of ELNET Diplomacy Club
We would like to invite you to join our program – the Friends of ELNET Diplomacy Club.

2021 Virtual Gala Highlights
Watch video highlights from ELNET’s 2021 Virtual Gala.

Friends of ELNET Virtual Gala Highlights
On Sunday, November 15th, we held the first ELNET Virtual Gala.

David Siegel

Carole Mostow

Siamak Kordestani

Sari Steinberg

Randi Halperin

Rebecca Model
New York
Tel: +1 917 722 1255
E-mail: RHalperin@felnetus.org
You can support ELNET’s work by donating online to Friends of ELNET.