February 1, 2023
In 2004, Noa Tadmor was an IDF solider serving in Gaza when she was asked to join a Birthright Israel group as part of the Mifgash. Like many soldiers who are invited to join a trip, Noa was excited to have a few days off from her base and meet young Jews from the US. Noa felt a connection to...
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January 31, 2023
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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January 30, 2023
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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January 24, 2023
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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January 23, 2023
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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January 20, 2023
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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January 19, 2023
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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January 12, 2023
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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January 11, 2023
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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January 3, 2023
Rachel and Justin Fishman met on their Birthright Israel trip in 2006. Neither of them thought they'd fall in love in a mere ten days. However, they did, and their experience still impacts them years later. Today, Rachel and Justin live in the Queen Village section of Philadelphia, PA, with their three children. All three of their kids play travel...
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