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22nd Anniversary Gala Honoring Co‑Founder Charles Bronfman
Events Leadership & Supporters

June 7, 2022

22nd Anniversary Gala Honoring Co‑Founder Charles Bronfman

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Tuesday, May 17th, 2022, Birthright Israel Foundation hosted its 22nd Anniversary Gala honoring the program's Co-Founder Charles Bronfman, and celebrating his 90th birthday. Charles shared his vision and passion for transforming the Jewish future and gave us an inside glimpse into how Birthright Israel became a reality. His stepson, Tony Cohen and his children, Stephen Bronfman and Ellen Bronfman-Hauptman,...

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Greg Siwak Shares His Own Israel Love Story & Why He Supports Birthright Israel
Leadership & Supporters

June 2, 2022

Greg Siwak Shares His Own Israel Love Story & Why He Supports Birthright Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

For long-time St. Louis donor Greg Siwak, Jewish philanthropic causes have always been of the utmost significance. Growing up, Greg's parents and grandparents were his role models for giving back to the Jewish community. His mother, Nancy Siwak, even served as Board Chair of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and is now on their Council of Life. "Supporting the...

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Reflections From a Campus Rabbi on Staffing Birthright Israel
Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

May 31, 2022

Reflections From a Campus Rabbi on Staffing Birthright Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Rabbi Jordan Gerson is a 14-time Birthright Israel trip staffer, a Birthright Israel Fellow and serves as a rakaz for Hillel International Birthright Israel trips. Originally from St. Louis, Rabbi Jordan landed his dream job when he took the position of Campus Rabbi at Washington University and was glad to be back in his hometown. Most recently, Rabbi Jordan staffed...

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5 Things Moms Love About Birthright Israel
Alums Leadership & Supporters

May 5, 2022

5 Things Moms Love About Birthright Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

You'd guess right if you guessed that Jewish mothers are some of Birthright Israel's biggest fans and Birthright Israel Foundation's most devoted supporters. For over two decades, Jewish moms and grandmothers have encouraged their offspring to sign up for Birthright Israel. They know that a peer-led experience in Israel encourages their children to find their own connections to the land...

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Miami Insider's Briefing Feat. Yaakov Katz, Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post
Events Leadership & Supporters

April 28, 2022

Miami Insider's Briefing Feat. Yaakov Katz, Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Tuesday, April 26, 2022, in Miami, Birthright Israel Foundation supporters came together for an insider's briefing. The event featured the editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post, Yaakov Katz. He updated the attendees on the latest developments in Israel and the importance of Birthright Israel as a strategic asset to the Jewish people. MAKE A GIFT NOW The event was generously...

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Stephen Grand z''l: A Legacy That Will Forever Impact Birthright Israel and the Jewish People
Leadership & Supporters

March 29, 2022

Stephen Grand z''l: A Legacy That Will Forever Impact Birthright Israel and the Jewish People

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Stephen Grand believed in Birthright Israel so much that he wanted to ensure its success and impact would live on after his lifetime. Stephen bequeathed $5 million to Birthright Israel Foundation, leaving his mark on the Jewish people, the State of Israel, and Birthright Israel, forever. Stephen spent significant time and resources dedicated to causes that strengthened Israel and the...

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Rhonda Small Hosts an Uplifting Lunch to Benefit Birthright Israel in Boca Raton
Events Leadership & Supporters

March 17, 2022

Rhonda Small Hosts an Uplifting Lunch to Benefit Birthright Israel in Boca Raton

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Tuesday, March 15, 2022, Rhonda Small hosted an uplifting luncheon to benefit Birthright Israel Foundation at The Polo Club in Boca Raton, FL. Our warmest thanks to all who could join us for this event. Guests had the pleasure of hearing remarks from Izzy Tapoohi, President & CEO of Birthright Israel Foundation , and local Birthright Israel Alumna Alana...

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Our Palm Beach Pre-Gala Event Honoring Co-Founder Charles Bronfman Inspires All
Events Leadership & Supporters

March 16, 2022

Our Palm Beach Pre-Gala Event Honoring Co-Founder Charles Bronfman Inspires All

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Thanks to all who were able to join us for a spectacular evening in celebration and support of Birthright Israel Foundation for our pre-gala celebration in Palm Beach honoring Charles Bronfman. We thank Lisa and Steven Tananbaum for opening their home and hosting such a beautiful event. It was such a special evening hearing from our four alumni speakers, Guido...

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Alums Leadership & Supporters

February 15, 2022

Birthright Israel: Not Just a Trip, But a Gruber Family Affair

by Birthright Israel Foundation

When Jennifer Gruber first heard of Birthright Israel, the only words she could say to her daughter were, "you have to do this." Earlier that evening, Jennifer and her husband Brad attended a UJA event where they heard an alumnus of Birthright Israel speak. They were stunned that they had only just heard of the trip. Jennifer was then gung-ho...

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