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May 12, 2025

Detroit Hosts Powerful Evening in Support of Birthright Israel Foundation 

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On April 23, 2025, Michigan’s Jewish community gathered for a meaningful evening in support of Birthright Israel Foundation. Hosted by Cathy and Charlie Schwartz together with Allie and Andrew Sherman, the event marked the 25th anniversary of Birthright Israel and celebrated its enduring impact on Jewish identity and community resilience. Charlie Schwartz opened the program with a moment of silence...

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April 3, 2025

Charles Bronfman Hosts Birthright Israel Celebration in Palm Beach

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On March 27, supporters of Birthright Israel gathered for a powerful evening at the Palm Beach home of Co-Founder Charles Bronfman and his wife Rita, celebrating 25 years of one of the most transformative Jewish initiatives in modern history. Ronnie Pertnoy, Chair of Birthright Israel for Palm Beach, spoke about the program’s global reach — more than 900,000 Jewish young...

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March 25, 2025

Birthright Israel Partners with JFNA to Bring 10,000 Volunteers to Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel and Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to grow the number of global Jewish community members who travel to Israel to volunteer at this critical time. The two organizations will leverage their scale and expertise to ensure that at least 10,000 participants volunteer in Israel in 2025 to support Israel’s recovery...

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Birthright Israel Hosts Women’s Event with Ashley Waxman Bakshi in Atlanta

March 25, 2025

Birthright Israel Hosts Women’s Event with Ashley Waxman Bakshi in Atlanta

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On March 24, 2025, more than 50 women gathered in the Atlanta home of Karen Shulman for Birthright Israel Foundation’s first-ever women’s event. Co-hosted by Karen and fellow Atlanta Leadership Council Co-Chair Michelle Leven, the afternoon brought together an inspiring group of donors, community leaders, and new supporters, all united in their commitment to strengthening Jewish identity through Birthright Israel....

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February 14, 2025

Birthright Israel Foundation Board and Alumni Gather in Sunny Isles Beach

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On February 10, the Birthright Israel Foundation Board Reception in Sunny Isles Beach, FL, brought together supporters, alumni, and leaders to celebrate Birthright Israel’s 25th anniversary and its lasting impact, recently confirmed by Brandeis University’s Jewish Futures Project. Hosted by Leslie Dezer and her family at the Bentley Residences Gallery, the evening featured inspiring remarks from Birthright Israel Foundation National...

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February 12, 2025

Casino Night in Boca Raton: A Win for Birthright Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On February 6, Birthright Israel Foundation hosted Casino Night at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton, FL. The event was led by Patty and Dan Schwab, Linda and Jeff Solomon, and our incredible alumni. Guests enjoyed an exciting evening of gaming, camaraderie, and philanthropy, all in support of sending Jewish young adults to Israel. The event was a resounding...

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Birthright Israel Hosts 25th Anniversary Celebration in Miami

January 28, 2025

Birthright Israel Hosts 25th Anniversary Celebration in Miami

by Birthright Israel Foundation

This year, Birthright Israel proudly celebrates 25 years of life-changing programs, and what better way to kick off this milestone than with an incredible alumni event in Miami? This past Saturday night, we marked this historic occasion in the vibrant Miami Design District. Thanks to DACRA’s generous venue donation, the stage was set for an unforgettable evening. The event brought...

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January 22, 2025

Birthright Israel Awards Distinguished Alumni in Houston

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On January 16, 2025, Houston’s Jewish community gathered to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Birthright Israel. Russ Robinson hosted the evening and explained why it's essential to support Birthright Israel now. With antisemitism on the rise, Birthright Israel is proven to help young Jews build confidence, resilience, and solidarity with their Jewish peers. We thank philanthropists Rhona and Bruce Caress...

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December 30, 2024

Birthright Israel Volunteers Help the Green Pub Reopen on Hanukkah

by Birthright Israel Foundation

We recently shared the story of Itay Mevorach, the proprietor of the Green Pub, a beloved gathering spot in Kibbutz Nir Am, located in the Gaza envelope. Once a joyful place where couples met and friends came together, the Green Pub had been shuttered since its community suffered devastating losses on October 7th, when many of its regular patrons were...

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December 18, 2024

Birthright Israel Honors Jewish Leader and Philanthropist Jeff Solomon

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On December 12, 2024, Birthright Israel Foundation and its friends and supporters gathered at the Harmonie Club in New York City to honor Dr. Jeffrey R. Solomon, beloved Jewish communal leader and Senior Advisor to Chasbro Investments, the family office of Charles Bronfman. It was a special evening filled with heartfelt tributes, inspiring testimonies, and a shared commitment to empowering...

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