A TEXAS TRIBUTE Featured Speakers

 
Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Greg Abbott*

(Joining us with Video Remarks)

Governor Greg Abbott is the 48th governor of Texas, known for his unwavering support for the State of Israel and the Jewish community.
*Tentative

Senator Ted Cruz

Senator Ted Cruz

Senator Ted Cruz is a Texas Republican known for his support for Israel, his conservative stance on issues, and his advocacy for limited government and fiscal responsibility.

Ohad Tal

MK Ohad Tal

MK Ohad Tal is an Israeli Member of the Knesset known for his work in advancing the US/Israel relationship as Chair of the US/Israel Relations Caucus.
Erick Stakelbeck

Erick Stakelbeck

Erick Stakelbeck is the dynamic TBN show host of The Watchman and Erick Stakelbeck Tonight known for his insightful commentary on current events and engaging discussions on Israel, faith, and culture.
Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic is an Australian motivational speaker born without limbs. He inspires with his message of hope and resilience through his speeches and books, including “Life Without Limits.”

Pastor Larry Hutch

Pastor Larry Huch

Pastor Larry Huch is the founding pastor of New Beginnings Church in Bedford, Texas. Over the past several decades Pastor Larry has been a leader to champion Israel through his ministry.

Ofir Burgana

Ofir Burgana

October 7th Nova Festival survivor

Congressman Chip Roy

Congressman Roy represents the 21st Congressional District of Texas, and he is a respected leader and pro-Israel policy champion.

Livia Link-Raviv

Israeli Consul General to the Southwest

Doris Liber

Mother of Guy Illouz, Hostage murdered in Hamas captivity

A TEXAS TRIBUTE Honoring Israel

 

Blessing Families

We will bless Israeli organizations on the ground doing amazing work helping the victims and families affected by the October 7th attacks and ongoing war with proceeds from the event.

Supporting October 7th Victims

These organizations are working with families, displaced families, youth, widows, orphans, and injured IDF soldiers with everyday provisions, PTSD support, equine therapy, youth activities, and more.

Sending Texas-Sized Love

This is our way to send our tangible love and support to the people of Israel in commemoration of the one-year mark of the terrorist attacks that occured on October 7, 2023. All donations are tax-deductible.

Join America for Israel and leading organizations in Texas for a significant one-day event in Dallas to commemorate the attacks of October 7th in Israel. 

The heart and mission of the October 7th Memorial Summit is to mobilize a formidable coalition of Jewish and Christian leaders, pro-Israel organizations, and Texas dignitaries to commemorate the victims of the Hamas terror attacks on October 7th, 2023, to champion Israel and the Jewish community by effectively contributing to the larger conversation, to educate about the rise in antisemitism in the US and beyond, and to bless victims, families, and the displaced in Israel. From a heartfelt Prayer Breakfast to thoughtful panel discussions and a luncheon with a major keynote speaker, this event will be a meaningful memorial. Governor Abbott is expected to join with impactful remarks, Senator Ted Cruz is confirmed along with Israeli Member of Knesset Ohad Tal and Nick Vujicic, Best-Selling Christian Author and Speaker. Erick Stakelbeck, TV Show Host of TBN’s The Watchman and Stakelbeck Tonight is set to emcee this significant Summit.

A TEXAS TRIBUTE Partner Organizations

 

MEDIA PARTNERS

CHARITY PARTNERS

ISRAEL365
ISRAEL MAGEN FUND
RUTHYS FARM

Directly Supporting Widows and Children with Everyday Provisions.

Serving Affected Communities throughout Israel with Provisions and Extra Security Equipment.

Providing Therapeutic Horse support to at risk women and youth, and to IDF Soldiers suffering from PTSD.

 

A TEXAS TRIBUTE Date & Location

 

Monday, October 7, 2024
8:00 am - 2:30 pm CDT

Marriott Quorum Dallas Addison
14901 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75254

A TEXAS TRIBUTE Sponsorship Opportunities

 

Questions? Please contact Shanda Hasse at Shanda@Americaforisrael.us or (806) 777-7274.

A TEXAS TRIBUTE Event Schedule

 

7:00am – 8:00am
Registration

8:15am – 9:30am
Prayer Breakfast

9:30am – 9:40am
Stories of Survival: October 7th Survivor and Holocaust Survivor

9:40am – 10:15am
Panel: Combating the Rise in Antisemitism and Anti-Zionism on American Campuses

10:25am – 10:55am
Panel Discussion: The War against Israel and the West: A View of Pro-Israel Policy Champions

11:00am – 12:00pm
On-Stage Israel365 War Room Experience

An Israel365 + The Israel Guys Short Film

Friends of the IDF Update

“Victims of October 7th with Shimon Myers: Doris Liber, Mother of Guy Illouz, Murdered Hostage, Ofir Bugana, Nova Festival Survivor, LeElle Slifer, Cousin of Carmel Gat: Murdered Hostage”

12:00pm
Buffet Lines Open

12:15pm – 2:30pm
Buffet Luncheon and Keynote Speakers

I. Governor Greg Abbot*

II. Senator Ted Cruz

III. MK Ohad Tal

IV. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson*

V. Igor Alterman, President, The Jewish Federation of Dallas

VI. Pastor Larry Huch

VII. Gilad Brounstein, Closing Song

2:30pm – 3:00pm
VIP Meet & Greet Reception

America for Israel is a coalition of US and Israeli business leaders, political leaders, and pro-Israel organizations fostering strong bilateral relationships between our two nations. Co-Founded by Shanda and Nathan Hasse, America for Israel is a Texas-based coalition that exists to promote, as Ambassadors, the Biblical Beauty, Democracy, and Free Markets of the Land of Israel while uniting Americans for Israel. Visit us at americaforisrael.us