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Video: This Thanksgiving, We're Thankful For You

November 23, 2021

Video: This Thanksgiving, We're Thankful For You

by Birthright Israel Foundation

It is the time to give thanks and Birthright Israel Foundation is excited to give a huge Toda Rabah (thank you) to our donors. Thank you for your unwavering support of our mission and your investment in our future. We are proud to say our family of donors is 40,000 people strong and growing. Your generosity is what ensures young...

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August 30, 2021

Shana Tova from Southern California

by Michael Messinger , Chair, Los Angeles Leadership Council

Preparing for Rosh Hashanah and the High Holidays is a perfect time to reflect on and celebrate moments from the past year that matter. At Birthright Israel Foundation, the successful relaunch of our trips in the wake of both a global pandemic and conflict in Israel is one of those moments. Thanks to your belief and commitment to our mission,...

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August 19, 2021

Quiz: How Well-Rounded is Your Jewish Knowledge?

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Can you name one of the primary founders of state of Israel? What is tzedakah? Would you consider yourself a Gal Gadot superfan? As you answer the questions, we hope you are reminded of the wonderful heritage, history and culture young Jewish adults can discover on a journey with Birthright Israel! Take our quiz below to see if your knowledge...

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May 3, 2021

Birthright Israel to Motherhood: Marisa Obuchowski

by Birthright Israel Foundation

In today's world, mothers are superwomen doing everything from taking care of the home and kids — all while juggling careers. More so, if you're a Jewish or Jew-ish mom, you're tackling all of the above while ensuring your children are proud Jews. Giving our children a strong connection to their Jewish identity is an even greater task today than...

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Passover Recipes for Every Plate—and Every Palate

March 23, 2021

Passover Recipes for Every Plate—and Every Palate

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Spring has sprung. Passover is here and you’re already thirsting for the four promises of redemption. Although it’s tempting to think about reclining, everything will fall flatter than the bread of affliction without a little Passover planning. On Passover, we like to mingle the holiday’s greatest hits with a few contemporary recipes. Bubbe’s Matzah Ball Soup is a keeper, of...

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Quiz: How much do you know about the Jewish holiday of Purim?

February 22, 2021

Quiz: How much do you know about the Jewish holiday of Purim?

by Birthright Israel Foundation

For centuries the Jewish people have been dressing up to celebrate Purim and pay tribute to the bravery of Queen Esther. The festivities of the holiday include reading of the Megillah, shaking our groggers, and eating delicious hamantaschen. Are you ready for some Purim fun? Take our quiz below to see how much you know about the Jewish holiday of...

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February 5, 2021

Unique and Easy Hamantaschen Recipes for Everyone

by Birthright Israel Foundation

The one thing everybody looks forward to on Purim is eating hamantaschen. This is why we're partnering with Birthright Israel alumna and chef Alexis Sicklick to bring you unique and easy hamantaschen recipes. Keep scrolling for Chef Sicklick's Blackberry Mojito and Delicata Squash hamantaschen recipes. History of Hamantaschen Hamantaschen are known for their unique triangle shape representing the 3-corners of...

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A Message from Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks to the Supporters of Birthright Israel

September 14, 2020

A Message from Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks to the Supporters of Birthright Israel

by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

Dear Friends, In decades to come, we will look back on 2020 as a watershed moment. The COVID-19 pandemic has already changed so much. We are in the midst of a public health crisis, an economic crisis, a race crisis, a law and order crisis, the ripples of which have been felt around the world. To rebuild what we have...

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Birthright Israel: The Gift for the Jewish Future

September 13, 2020

Birthright Israel: The Gift for the Jewish Future

by Rabbi Ari Hart , 2005 Birthright Israel Alumnus

A dangerous misconception exists; the Jewish people are oriented to the past. Our collective age, deep connection to ancient traditions, our lived memory of events centuries before our time, the image of Tevye singing, “Tradition!” and more sometimes belie the truth: We are not a people of the past. We are a people of the future. In our tradition, we...

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