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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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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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Events Leadership & Supporters

December 19, 2022

Lynne & Howard Halpern Host Birthright Israel Foundation's 2022 Boca & Delray Reception

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Our warmest thanks to all who were able to join us on Thursday, December 15 for our 2022 Birthright Israel Foundation Boca Raton and Delray Beach Major Gift Event. We'd like to personally thank our hosts, Lynne & Howard Halpern, for opening their beautiful home. We'd also like to thank Andrea & Mike Leven, and Lynne & Howard, for their...

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After Donor Cuts, Birthright Israel Foundation CEO Puts Out a Challenge to the Jewish Community
Leadership & Supporters

December 7, 2022

After Donor Cuts, Birthright Israel Foundation CEO Puts Out a Challenge to the Jewish Community

by Mike Wagenheim , Jewish News Syndicate

Now that the shock has worn off, the question for Birthright is who will step up. Last week, Miriam Adelson, Birthright Israel’s most generous donor, addressed a board meeting of the organization known for bringing tens of thousands of young Jews to Israel each year. She and her late husband, Sheldon Adelson, through the Adelson Family Foundation, have contributed nearly...

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Alums Holidays Leadership & Supporters

December 5, 2022

Chanukah Video Messages From Birthright Israel Alums

by Birthright Israel Foundation

As you gather with friends and family this Chanukah, we want you to be reminded of another modern-day miracle you have helped create — Birthright Israel. For over 22 years, your generosity has fueled this transformational program and helped 800,000-plus young Jews better understand their heritage and the State of Israel. Like the story of Chanukah that teaches us never...

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Birthright Israel Foundation Hosts Alum Eden Cohen in Philadelphia
Events Leadership & Supporters

November 30, 2022

Birthright Israel Foundation Hosts Alum Eden Cohen in Philadelphia

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Monday, November 28, 2022 Birthright Israel Foundation hosted our annual Philadelphia Regional event at Lilah. The evening featured remarks from Birthright Israel alums Eden Cohen and Jeffrey Green. Eden, a native of Pennslyvania, shared how her 2009 trip forever changed her life and career. Today, Eden is the founder of A Wider Frame and senior advisor to Israel's Antisemitism...

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Adelson, Bronfman Call on Jews to Invest in Birthright Israel
Leadership & Supporters

November 30, 2022

Adelson, Bronfman Call on Jews to Invest in Birthright Israel

by Zvika Klein

Philanthropists Dr. Miriam Adelson and Charles Bronfman addressed Birthright Israel Foundation’s board meeting on Tuesday, speaking of the need for increased support from the greater Jewish community. They stressed the need for not only increased support from current donors but to educate and inspire new sources of support from the wider Jewish community to maximize the number of participants in...

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Sabrina & Ighal Goldfarb Host Noa Tishby for Birthright Israel Foundation in Bal Harbour
Events Leadership & Supporters

November 23, 2022

Sabrina & Ighal Goldfarb Host Noa Tishby for Birthright Israel Foundation in Bal Harbour

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, Birthright Israel Foundation supporters Sabrina & Ighal Goldfarb hosted a luncheon for guests featuring an interview between Noa Tishby, Israel's First Antisemitism Envoy and Eden Cohen, Birthright Israel Alum and Founder of A Wider Frame. The luncheon was in partnership with The Shul of Bal Harbour. Those in attendance were fortunate to hear remarks from...

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