American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (AFIPO) is a not-for-profit organization committed to supporting the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO), Israel's premiere cultural ambassador. Americans with ties to Israel have always recognized the importance of the IPO's special role in Israel and throughout the world, and have been a vital component in creating and sustaining the Orchestra. Necessitated by the lack of substantial government subsidy or endowment, AFIPO's purpose was crystallized in 1980 through the joint vision of Fredric R. Mann and Zubin Mehta , who created an endowment fund in the United States to ensure the IPO's future.

Read about the IPO's tour to the United States The Orchestra recently completed a successful tour to the United States under the direction of Gustavo Dudamel. Click here to read more about the tour, including reviews, and view pictures.

American Friends Make a Difference The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra has given its heart and soul to Israel since 1936, bringing beautiful music to Israel and to millions throughout the world. The AFIPO Herman S. Sandler Endowment Fund guarantees the IPO will be here tomorrow and for generations to come.
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