In the wake of the horrific massacre on October 7th and the barbaric attacks of Hamas, Jews and Israelis worldwide have witnessed an unfolding nightmare. Israel is at war on multiple fronts and has called up 360,000 Israeli reservists to defend their homeland. The logistical complexity is unprecedented, and the need for a strong community response is critical. Without an efficient and experienced operation, there are material risks, such as equipment stalled in transit or worse, lacking necessary certifications for military use.
Due to the unprecedented enlistment, there is an immediate need for protective and tactical gear; including Ceramic Vests, Tactical Helmets, and other equipment that can not be sourced by the public.
In addition, as a result of these trying times countless civilians and families have lost their homes and shelters. We are helping provide shelter, food, and essential supplies to those in dire need, offering them hope, comfort, and a chance to rebuild their lives. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of these resilient individuals, helping them find a glimmer of hope amidst the devastation.
ShieldsofSteel.org works closely with accredited suppliers, handles all of the logistical and regulatory barriers, and ensures the delivery of the gear to the people of Israel. In an effort to support our soldiers on the front lines, and innocent civilians, please consider a donation to protect and help our people.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Eli Elefant
CEO of PBC-USA Investments since 2014. PBC-USA is the global real estate investment arm of Property Building Corp, one of Israel's largest diversified real estate companies. Eli is a former captain in the IDF special forces.
Joe Richards
A National Director at one of the leading national political organizations, was a communication strategist for dozens of Fortune 100 companies. He has nearly two decades of experience in the non-profit sector, as a co-founder of Jewish non-profits and the founder of GSD Advisers Inc, a communal security movement to protect the Jewish community.
Maya Shaposhnik Cadena
CEO of Vetted Pet Health Inc. is a serial entrepreneur with a focus on operations, sales, and fundraising. She served in the IDF as an infantry instructor on the Gaza and Lebanon border. Currently sits on the alumni board of Reichman University and is a Argov fellowship and Heseg scholarship alumna.
Ross (Raz) Sapir
Founder and CEO of New York City’s premiere moving and storage company, Roadway Moving and a prominent member of YPO. Ross is a former member of IDF special forces unit Egoz.
Avner Mendelson
Former President and CEO of Bank Leumi USA. Avner serves on the Board of the UJA, the Board of Regents for the American Friends of The Hebrew University, and the Board of the Shefa School in NYC. Avner served as a combat solider in the IDF.
Ariella Goloborodskiy
An honors graduate of Ramaz High School and recipient of the David Franklin memorial award for outstanding work and dedication in the sciences. Ariella is currently on a gap year in Israel studying Jewish studies and interning at a genetics lab at Bar Ilan University prior to attending Emory University on a liberal arts merit scholarship.
Ori Weizman
Former CEO of a consulting firm working on digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives with the Israeli Ministry of Defense. Ori has 20+ years of experience in tech and is currently working within the Israeli startup ecosystem in Tel Aviv.
Sapir Keren
Recognized as an 'Outstanding Commander' during her time as a combat commander in the IDF, Sapir completed her service along the Egyptian and Jordanian borders and transitioned into several start-up organizations. She is now beginning her studies in Business and Entrepreneurship at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
