The Erdi Foundation perpetuates the vision, passion and drive of Eva and Les Erdi, by supporting the empowerment of young people, honoring the service of older people, supporting environmental causes and promoting medical science in Australia and Israel. This mission is advanced, among other things, by contributing to Nirim, a program that empowers youth at extreme-risk by providing them with an opportunity to overcome their harsh life circumstances, discover their strength, and become self-confident, successful, fulfilled and contributing members of society.