February 18, 2026
From Combat to Courage
From Combat to Courage
Heroes to Heroes – Do‑Good, Uplift Story
Looking for a meaningful, positive segment? Heroes to Heroes Foundation brings U.S. combat veterans to Israel for a powerful spiritual journey of faith and emotional healing — helping those battling moral injury, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts find new purpose, hope and leadership skill development.
Suggested guest:
Judy Elias, Founder of Heroes to Heroes Foundation
She can share vivid, uplifting stories from the latest veterans’ trip — how faith and brotherhood are saving lives when all else has failed.
Suggested segment:
“From Combat to Courage: Finding Healing in Israel.”
It’s a visually rich story — American vets in Israel reconnecting through faith, forgiveness, and friendship. Perfect as a short, surprising, or “good news” closer to balance the day’s hard headlines.
Outcomes & success indicators
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High‑risk veterans who felt “beyond help”
Many participants arrive after other programs, counseling, and medications have failed, often isolated and on a path to self‑destruction. -
12‑month transformation, not a quick fix
Veterans commit to a year‑long journey: spiritual healing, peer support, a 10‑day trip to Israel, plus guided reintegration and ongoing alumni connection. -
Lifetime support and mentoring
Alumni gain 24/7 online chat, monthly virtual meetups, speaking opportunities, and access to all Heroes to Heroes events, with many becoming mentors to new vets. -
“Life‑changing” spiritual and emotional impact
Heroes to Heroes describes the journeys as “life‑changing,” a “war for their souls” where veterans move from despair to belonging, purpose, and peace.
What veterans tell Judy:
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“I tried everything else. I was done. On that trip, standing at the Wall, I felt hope for the first time in years.”
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“I went to Israel ready to give up. I came home with brothers, faith, and a reason to get out of bed.”
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“For years I believed God could never forgive me. In Israel, with other vets, I finally began to forgive myself.”
Judy is a dynamic, quotable guest with on-the-ground Israel experience, available immediately for live hits, panels, or segments. Headshot, bio, and recent clips available upon request.
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About the Author
Jackie Jones
Judy founded Heroes to Heroes in March 2010 in tribute to her father, Irving M. Isaacson, a World War II veteran, as a way to honor the service of all veterans, especially those with Moral Injury and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Before joining Heroes to Heroes in a full-time capacity, Judy spent thirty years in media sales and management and on Wall Street as a Financial Advisor. Judy’s volunteer experience in the non-profit world includes the White House Task Force for Moving Veterans into Trucking, New Jersey Women’s Political Caucus ( PAC Co-chair), Teaneck Township (NJ) Financial Advisory Board, and Chairperson of the Women’s Circle at Chabad of Boynton Beach. She is on the Advisory Board of Friends of Kidum, an organization that helps underprivileged Israeli and Arab children get the education they deserve.
Judy has been featured in the documentary “Pay Attention”, which focuses on entrepreneurs and how they think, and has been featured in many broadcast and print media outlets.
“My career was fun and lucrative, just not fulfilling. Founding and building up Heroes to Heroes required all the skills I had and more. Having the opportunity to redefine my life as a life of service at the age of 50 and continue to learn and develop has been a gift.”
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