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Atlanta's Bryan Lewis Talks All Things Birthright Israel
Leadership & Supporters

February 3, 2023

Atlanta's Bryan Lewis Talks All Things Birthright Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Bryan Lewis, a long-time supporter of Birthright Israel Foundation in Atlanta and a Birthright Israel parent, recently sat down with us to discuss the importance of firsthand Israel experiences and paying it forward. Bryan participated in the Foundation's donor mission this past summer, where he had the opportunity to meet participants of Birthright Israel and Onward. His son, Daniel, was...

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Birthright Israel Announces That Summer Trips From US & Canada Are Full, Forcing an Early Closing
Leadership & Supporters

January 31, 2023

Birthright Israel Announces That Summer Trips From US & Canada Are Full, Forcing an Early Closing

by Birthright Israel Foundation

New York — Birthright Israel announced that registration for summer’s 10-day educational experience in the Jewish state will close today, January 30th, due to elevated demand following the organization’s recent announcement of a reduction in the number of participants due to a 30% rise in cost per participant as a result of inflation. The organization reached its summer 2023 limit...

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"It Was a Privilege to Go on Birthright Israel."
Alums Trip Highlights

January 30, 2023

"It Was a Privilege to Go on Birthright Israel."

by Ariana Goldstein , 2023 Birthright Israel Alum

Growing up, my family practiced Reform Judaism. I went to Sunday school and Hebrew school, attended high holiday services and observed other Jewish traditions. I have fond memories of dropping ping pong balls from the top of the staircase with my cousins. At the same time, we acted out the ten plagues during the Passover seder, going apple picking to...

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First Ukrainian Birthright group since war arrives in Adelson private jet
Leadership & Supporters

January 24, 2023

First Ukrainian Birthright group since war arrives in Adelson private jet

by Zvika Klein , The Jerusalem Post

The first Birthright Israel group from Ukraine since the start of the war reached Israel on Monday night. A group of twenty-four young Ukrainian Jews joined the organization’s 10-day educational experience in the Jewish state for young Diaspora residents. They arrived on a special flight arranged by philanthropist Dr. Miriam Adelson, who accompanied them on her private jet. Fifteen of...

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Paying it Forward as a Jewish Mom and Birthright Israel Alum
Alums Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

January 23, 2023

Paying it Forward as a Jewish Mom and Birthright Israel Alum

by Risa Shiman , Birthright Israel Alum

It’s the day of my Bat Mitzvah, and I’m nervous. For all the usual reasons: What if I mess up the Hebrew? What if I open my mouth and nothing comes out? And, also, because we’re running late. In more ways than one. I am 21 years old, going into my senior year of college. My sister and I are...

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Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Tu Bishvat
Holidays

January 20, 2023

Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Tu Bishvat

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Get ready to test your knowledge of the Jewish festival of Tu Bishvat. Tu Bishvat begins at sundown on February 5, 2023, and ends at sundown on February 6, 2023. On the Hebrew calendar, the holiday begins on the 15th of Shevat. The 15th of Shevat marks the season when the trees in Israel begin to bloom and bear new...

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Q&A with 2023 Birthright Israel Alum Sivan Brodo-Abo
Alums Trip Highlights

January 19, 2023

Q&A with 2023 Birthright Israel Alum Sivan Brodo-Abo

by Sivan Brodo-Abo , 2022 Birthright Israel Alum

Sivan Brodo-Abo is a 2023 Brithright Israel alum who is half-Israeli. Prior to her trip, Sivan had visited family in Israel but never had the opportunity to dive into the rich history of the Jewish homeland until this immersive experience. Q&A with Sivan What inspired you to sign up for a Birthright Israel trip? Sivan Brodo-Abo: "I am half Israeli,...

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How My Birthright Israel Trip Encouraged Me to Motivate Other Jews on Campus to Get Involved
Alums Trip Highlights

January 12, 2023

How My Birthright Israel Trip Encouraged Me to Motivate Other Jews on Campus to Get Involved

by Grace Murphy , 2022 Birthright Israel Alum

My name is Grace, and I am a freshman studying biomedical engineering at Cal Poly and am originally from the Chicago suburbs. In my free time, I enjoy running, weight lifting, crocheting, watching Youtube, listening to music, and spending time with friends. For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to go on Birthright Israel because it...

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Q&A with Birthright Israel & Moishe House Community Member Sarah Feldman
Alums Trip Highlights

January 11, 2023

Q&A with Birthright Israel & Moishe House Community Member Sarah Feldman

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Sarah Feldman is a 2022 Birthright Israel alum who lives in the heart of the Silicon Valley tech hub. She studied computer science engineering and holds an MBA in Finance. She presently works at Google, where she drives their engineering programs. She is involved with J Leaders and the local Nob Hill Moishe House. Outside of her Jewish passions. Sarah...

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