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Birthright Israel Alum Teddy Raskin Launches Nonprofit to Support Israel with Tal Ben-Maimon
Alums Leadership & Supporters

November 2, 2023

Birthright Israel Alum Teddy Raskin Launches Nonprofit to Support Israel with Tal Ben-Maimon

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Teddy Raskin, a Birthright Israel alum and trip staffer along, is a co-founder of Worldwide Friends Foundation, a 501c3 uniquely positioned to efficiently and effectively deliver humanitarian aid and protective tactical gear as worldwide crises arise. After the attacks on October 7th Teddy, along with his other co-founders, quickly launched Israel Friends, operating under Worldwide Friends, and is committed to...

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US Leading Universities Have Abandoned a Core American Value: "To Bigotry No Sanction; to Persecution No Assistance" and They Must Stop
Alums Leadership & Supporters

October 31, 2023

US Leading Universities Have Abandoned a Core American Value: "To Bigotry No Sanction; to Persecution No Assistance" and They Must Stop

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Recent events at leading universities are shameful dismissal and abandonment of the core American value: 'that the Government of the United States gives to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance." Once centers for intellectual honesty, reflective discourse, freedom of thought, human dignity, and unwavering moral clarity, some of America's most revered academic institutions have now shown themselves as hotbeds...

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Alums Leadership & Supporters

October 20, 2023

Birthright Israel Discussion & Response to Campus Antisemitism & Israel Hatred

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel Foundation stands firmly with Jewish students on college campuses and will continue to empower young Jewish adults to be proud of their heritage and the State of Israel. Most recently, Birthright Israel Foundation signed a joint statement with the Israel on Campus Coalition condemning Students for Justice in Palestine for glorifying terror. More so, Dr. Zohar Raviv, International...

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A Video of Connection & Support from Alum Jenna Barricklo
Alums Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

October 20, 2023

A Video of Connection & Support from Alum Jenna Barricklo

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel Foundation remains completely heartbroken and devasted since the October 8th terrorist attack in Israel. As an organization, our primary focus is the safety and security of the State of Israel and the humanitarian concerns on the ground. During this time, we are so proud of our alums who are our alums are doing all they can to stand...

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How Alums Can Make an Immediate Impact in Israel
Alums Leadership & Supporters

October 11, 2023

How Alums Can Make an Immediate Impact in Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

The Birthright Israel alumni network, over 800,000 strong, is poised to aid Israel in challenging times. There are endless organizations making an immediate impact in Israel, and we are sharing a few with you so you can make a difference. Learn more about donating to United Hatzalah, the Jewish Federations of North America, and Magen David Adom. How to Make...

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Alums Leadership & Supporters

October 10, 2023

Alums Send Messages of Hope and Love to Israel

by Birthright Israel Foundation

As Birthright Israel alums, we are more than 800,000 strong, from 68 countries and we want nothing more than for our Israeli brothers and sisters to know we stand with them during these tragic times. We are devasted by the reports and images coming out of Israel right now. It’s hard to comprehend. We send our deepest condolences and prayers...

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Birthright Israel Foundation Honors Lily Kanter at November 12 San Francisco Event
Leadership & Supporters

October 6, 2023

Birthright Israel Foundation Honors Lily Kanter at November 12 San Francisco Event

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Lily Kanter will be honored at Birthright Israel Foundation’s annual San Francisco fundraiser, Shaping Our Jewish Future: The Voices of Birthright Israel. Following the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack in Israel and the ensuing war, the program will focus on standing in solidarity with Israel. We look forward to happier times when the war concludes and when the streets of...

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Birthright Israel’s Journey to Becoming a Force for Positive Public Diplomacy
Leadership & Supporters

October 2, 2023

Birthright Israel’s Journey to Becoming a Force for Positive Public Diplomacy

by Noa Bauer

Birthright Israel embarked on a visionary mission two decades ago: offering a 10-day trip to Israel as a gift to young Jewish adults worldwide. Fast-forward 24 years, and the program stands as an unparalleled success, boasting 800,000 alumni from 68 countries, becoming a vital pillar in strengthening Jewish identity, connection to Israel and the Israel-Diaspora relationship. How do we measure...

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Will They Fight or Flee? The Answer Is Up to Us
Alums Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

September 27, 2023

Will They Fight or Flee? The Answer Is Up to Us

by Elias Saratovsky , President & CEO, Birthright Israel Foundation

In December 1999, as the entire world was preparing for the impending doom of Y2K, I received a phone call that changed my life. A new, innovative idea had just launched with the goal of reversing the decades long trend of young Jews feeling less connected to their Jewish identity and to Israel. On the other end of the phone...

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Events Leadership & Supporters

September 15, 2023

Lori Komisar & Morrie Silverman Host an Impactful Night in Chicago

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Thursday, September 13, 2023, Vice Chair Lori Komisar and Morrie Silverman warmly welcomed guests to a special event at their home dedicated to celebrating and supporting Birthright Israel Foundation (BRIF). The gathering brought together generous donors and newcomers eager to learn about the organization's mission. Lori Komisar began the evening with heartfelt remarks, sharing her and Morrie's strong support...

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