Meritorious Service Medal

• Awarded on: October 17, 2017
• Invested on: March 25, 2019

Israel Idonije, O.M., M.S.M.
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Wanting to give back to the cities he has called home, retired football player Israel Idonije founded the Israel Idonije Foundation, now iF Charities, to help disadvantaged youth in Chicago, Winnipeg and West Africa. Through his personal commitment and philanthropic activities, he has helped iF Charities support over 11 000 individuals to develop important social and emotional life skills.