We are Americans 4 Israel.
Americans 4 Israel is a non-partisan, independent slate dedicated to promoting unity, peace, and security for Israel and the global Jewish community. Emphasizing the importance of General Zionism, they focus on expanding Zionist youth movements and fostering young professional activities that reinforce Jewish and Zionist values, cultural and religious pluralism, and a commitment to democracy.
Americans 4 Israel’s comprehensive advocacy includes fighting discrimination and supporting initiatives like Aliyah and Holocaust survivor welfare, enhancing Israel-Diaspora relations, and ensuring democratic processes within the World Zionist Congress. Their efforts aim to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation across the Jewish community worldwide.
Meet Our Leadership
We are proud to feature respected balanced and engaged voices in the Jewish and Zionist communities.
Phyllis G. Heideman
Coalition Chairman
Phyllis Greenberg Heideman is President of the International March of the Living. She is also the founding Chairman of The Israel Forever Foundation.
Salomon Vaz Dias
Campaign Manager
Salomon Vaz Dias is the Corporate Secretary of the Israel Forever Foundation. He is a former Corporate Secretary of the World Union of General Zionists, former Vice President of Administration and Operations of the American Zionist Movement, former Executive Director of the American Sephardi Federation, and a member of the Zionist General Council and the Board of Governors Committees of the Jewish Agency for Israël.
W. James Schiller
Founder and Chair
Jim Schiller is the Chairman of the Board of the Baltimore Zionist District and serves on the Cabinet of the American Zionist Movement. He was the immediate Past National President of the Zionist Organisation of America, Former President and Treasurer of the American Zionist Movement.
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Are YOU an American 4 Israel?
All Jewish adults 18+ residing in the US who did not vote in the recent elections for the Israeli Knesset are eligible to vote. Make sure your voice is heard.