August 6, 2025
Elias Saratovsky on How Birthright Israel is Transforming Jewish Life (Podcast)
Birthright Israel Foundation President & CEO Elias Saratovsky joined Jewish Funders Network’s What Gives? podcast for an inspiring conversation about Birthright Israel’s enduring impact and where we go from here.
From his own transformative Birthright Israel trip in 1999 to leading the organization today, Elias shares how immersive Israel experiences continue to shape Jewish identity, pride, leadership, and connection.
“The most important thing we can do for young Jews is to elevate their pride and confidence in themselves and their connection to Israel.” Elias shared on the podcast. “This has to be a project for the Jewish people, and funded by the Jewish people.”
Listen to the full episode here:
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