Total hugs sent: 148,552
Thank you for making a difference!
Thank you for joining HAS Advantage in showing the brave soldiers of the IDF that we’re thinking of them. Thanks to you, we’ve achieved our goal in just 10 days!!
Together with over 100,000 people from around the world, you have shown the brave soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, that they are not alone.
This past week, our trucks began rolling to the front lines to deliver your messages and gifts of Elite chocolate.

The “Send a Hug” campaign, has been made possible by the joint efforts of Heritage Affinity Services, the first-ever support Israel credit card in the U.S., and Strauss-Elite.

Michael Bloomberg, NYC Mayor
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you bravely defend Israel’s freedom. New York and Israel share a special bond, and millions of New Yorkers stand with you and pray for peace for Israel and for the world. We deeply hope that the fighting will end soon, and that all the innocent people affected by this conflict will again be safe.

On behalf of the City of New York, I extend my heartfelt hope that you will soon return to your family and loved ones.
Sincerely, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg

Ari Fleischer, Former White House Press Secretary
To the Brave Men and Women of the Israeli Defense Forces:
I send you my personal greetings and pray your mission will be successful so peace can return to Eretz Y'Israel.

The story of Israel and the history of the Jewish people is a great one. It is marked by the heroism and valor of those who risk their lives so the enemies of Israel and Zionism will not prevail. As an American and a New Yorker, I saw on September 11th the horror and the destruction that terrorism can bring. In Israel, every day risks becoming a September 11th.

I wish you well and hope you will have a speedy return to your families. From your extended Jewish family in the United States, I wish you Godspeed.

Sincerely, Ari Fleischer

Joshua Malina, Actor The "West Wing"

Kol hakavod to the men and women of the IDF. Thank you for your bravery and commitment in fighting for Israel's right to exist in peace.

Sincerely, Josh Malina



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Ryan, USA

Thank you for being brave for Israel. We love and support you!


Orlie, USA

There are no words of thank you that are enough - only a bracha to tell you that Ha Kadosh Baruch Hu IS with you - your fellow Jews all over the worls are with you - you fight all of our wars and we love you as brothers. Your pain is our pain - your success is our success - we pray for only goodness b` gilui with Moshiach Achshav! Brachot Mamash - Ahava v` Bituach - Am Yisrae-l Chai!!!


Daniel, USA

Eventhough I live in the New York area, my father and his side of the family are in Haifa and Tel Aviv. I want to give a special thank you for helping protect them. You make me proud to be Israeli!! I wish you good health (in mind and body), strength, and peace! Shalom my brothers! Dan


Deborah, USA

Thank you for all that you are doing to defend our homeland.


victoria, USA

To the brave soldiers of the IDF we wish you all the luck and a safe return home.


Nadav, USA

Keep up the good work destroying Hizbollah. The world supports what Israel is doing (even the countries that cannot publicly admit it). Everybody wants Hizbollah destroyed.


Lilo, USA

Thank you for your courage and dedication.


noga, Israel

Guys, Please be strong, You have my fully support! Come back in peace! :) love


Steph, Israel

Hold on in there, the whole country`s behind you. Thank you, keep safe - and enjoy the chocolate!


Drora, USA

B"H I would like to simply thank you for fighting for all of us. Yes I am sitting here in the USA and you are there in harms way but our hearts are with you and so are our thoughts. Thank You, Thank You, and G-D Bless you Drora Klement


Mary, USA

He who keeps Israel neither slumbers nor sleeps! HaShem is with you, and so are we! Be strong, be strong, and may you be strengthened. Miri


shani, South Africa

hazak hazak we are davening for you - my hearts prayers and good wishes go out to you and all of your families you give us something to be proud of, even tho this is ugly kol ha kavod guys we are behind all the way love shani


Rachel , USA

Sending you hugs from Maryland! Wishing you strength. Stay safe!


yitta, USA

Dear Son: Every Israeli soldier IS my son. I send you all my love, support, hugs, and thanks for the tremendous mesirat nefesh you are doing for your country and for the Jewish People. STand Strong, be strong! Chazak, chazak v`nischazaik! kol Hakovod and Hatzlacha raban!


Einav, USA

we are very proud of you! keep up with the good work.. hope it will be over soon!


Miryam, United Kingdom

Hi! Just thought I would send a `hug` so that you know that the people over here are thinking of you and praying for your safety. We`re all proud that you are our army. SMILE :) Miryam


Arazi, USA

thank you


Adi , Other

Kol Hakavod Hayalim Giborim! May Hashem protect you and bring you home safely from your missions. Thank you for protecting Israel!! G-d bless you all!


Jonathan, Canada

Keep up the good fight....destroy the enemies of Israel!


Daniel, United Kingdom

kol ha-kavod... you are doing an amazing job.


Shanee, United Kingdom

I am thinking of you and all that you are doing. Through your everyday actions your are representing and protecting so many, and the values that Israel holds dear. TODA RABA. HIBBUKKIM.


Charlie, Netherlands

To all the brave and yong soldiers of Isreal fighting in the north. You have my utmost support and admiration. May victory be on your side.


Rachel , USA

Todah Rabbah bishvil hakol she`atem osim! kol hakavod! B`hatzlacha rabbah!


randy, USA

chazak, chazak ve-nitzhazek. we are proud of you. we stand with you. we are coming today to visit and stand with you.


Elinor, Israel

I`d like to thank the IDF for their support of our country


Miriam, USA

Thanks so much for fighting for Israel! Good Luck


Ilana, United Kingdom

Your bravery and courage are a role model to the entire world. You show pikuach nefesh every day. Thank you for defending our home.


Debbie , Israel

Watch your backs and come home safe! We are all routing for you out there! Toda toda toda.


matthew, USA

May G-d Bless, protect & defend all the Brave soldier and civilians in Israel.


Gavi, USA

No words can describe the way I feel about your heroic work that is done day in and day out. I hope that when I return to Israel that I can repay just a small percentage of what some of you have given 100%. With much admiration, awe and inspirtion.


Vicki, Israel

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Bob, USA

Give those Philistines a real butt wipen


Jason, United Kingdom

Our thoughts are with you - be strong and keep up the good work. May G-d be with you.


Sheba, Israel

Please G-d, let`s be victorious before too many of our dear soldiers and friends are hurt. You are all so precious to us. Sheba and Justin Sweet


Alex, USA

Shalom Chevre, Hashem bless you all! The Jews of America and the world support you! Asher Koach! May you and your family and friends be safe through this conflict. Shalom, Alex


Nisso, Israel

we HUG you all!


Tzachi, USA

Kol Hakavod to you. We all owe you so much- no matter what country we live in, you risk your lives for Jews all over the world. May Hashem grant you continued hatzlacha and bring you home safely. Chazak Ve`ematz


Allan , USA

wE IN THE uNITED STATES ARE BEHIND YOU 100%. gOD bLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE


Jennifer, France

I follow the news almost every day, all my community in France supports you. We are really proud of you and pray everyday for the victory of Tsahal. Thank you for the great job you do. May G.. help you, amen.


Dale, USA

Thank you for doing your very dangerous, and essential, job. Although I`m thousands of miles away, I feel like you are protecting me personally. May G-d be with you.


Kineret, Canada

stay strong! we appreciate you!


Julia, USA

I truly appreciate all that you are doing for Israel. Please know that you, the IDF troops have our support, love, and prayers.


ñéîé, Israel

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Yochana, USA

May Hashem keep you safe.


barry, USA

Todah Rabah! Am Yisrael Chai!


David, USA

I am with you in thought and spirit - we are praying for you and constantly follow the news of what you are doing - You are there for us and we must stand in support of you.


Fran, Israel

Dear Chayal/Chayelet, Be brave, be strong, and take care of yourself! Thank you for defending us all in Israel! With good, sweet wishes, the Schnall family Jerusalem


Jonathan, Israel

All Israel`s hearts are with you. We pray your brave battle will defeat our enemies and give us peace. May you return safely, soon.


Daniel, USA

May Hashem bless you with courage, strength, and Much success. We are thinking of you and you are always in our prayers.


Sarah, Israel

Thank you for all that you do for our country. You are in my thoughts and prayers every day!