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Dear Donor: As a Person with a Physical Disability, I Never Thought a Trip Like This Was Possible
Alums Trip Highlights

September 26, 2023

Dear Donor: As a Person with a Physical Disability, I Never Thought a Trip Like This Was Possible

by Alyssa Shangold , 2023 Birthright Israel Alum

Dear Birthright Israel Foundation Donor: Growing up, I was raised as a reformed Jew. I went to Sunday school and synagogue, celebrated the different holidays, and had a Bat Mitzvah when I came of age. As a Jewish teen, I knew I wanted to participate in a Birthright Israel trip to be able to explore the environment and culture of...

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Birthright Israel’s Impact on Israelis: Yael Fuks
Alums Trip Highlights

September 21, 2023

Birthright Israel’s Impact on Israelis: Yael Fuks

by Yael Fuks , 2023 Israeli Participant

I heard about Birthright Israel from my friends in the army who participated in the program. They said it was their best experience during their military service and that it changed their entire view of the Jewish Diaspora. I thought they must be exaggerating. It's only a few days, how significant can the experience be? Anyway, I decided to try...

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Meet 2023 Las Vegas Alum Ben Khavkin
Alums Trip Highlights

September 7, 2023

Meet 2023 Las Vegas Alum Ben Khavkin

by Birthright Israel Foundation

In the interview below, Birthright Israel alum Ben Khavkin from Las Vegas, NV, shares how his trip impacted his life. The 21-year-old participated in Birthright Israel in the summer of 2023 before starting medical school. Ben is now a student of medicine at Touro University in Nevada; his passions include medicine, science, and service. Q&A with Ben Khavkin What inspired...

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Take It from an Alum, Birthright Israel Is the Jewish People’s Greatest Asset
Alums Trip Highlights

August 29, 2023

Take It from an Alum, Birthright Israel Is the Jewish People’s Greatest Asset

by Birthright Israel Foundation

The creation of my Jewish identity has been a rollercoaster of negative and positive experiences. I grew up at a reform temple in Indianapolis and always enjoyed dinner with my parents on Friday or Saturday nights. It wasn't a traditional Shabbat dinner, but it was a family dinner that reinforced the importance of togetherness, which is a critical component of...

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Birthright Israel Alums Inspire All in Indianapolis
Events Trip Highlights

August 23, 2023

Birthright Israel Alums Inspire All in Indianapolis

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Tuesday, August 22, 2023, Indianapolis supporters joined us for an evening to celebrate and support Birthright Israel Foundation. The evening was hosted by donors Diane & John Abrams, Laura & Matt Burton, Iliana & Irwin Levin, and Autumn Welz-Cook & Bob Schuckit. Midwest Ambassador Council member and host Irwin Levin opened the program by sharing how the trip has...

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Tiberias: A Jewel in Jewish History
Trip Highlights

August 14, 2023

Tiberias: A Jewel in Jewish History

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Located along the Sea of Galilee, the city of Tiberias stands as a living testament to the rich tapestry of Jewish history in Israel. Tiberias' history dates back over two thousand years. It first emerged as a significant city center during the Roman era, with its therapeutic hot springs and breathtaking views. Its importance to Jewish history lies not just...

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How Birthright Israel, Onward & Excel Shaped Who I Am Today
Alums Trip Highlights

August 8, 2023

How Birthright Israel, Onward & Excel Shaped Who I Am Today

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel is more than just a trip; it is a life-changing experience that has the power to connect young Jewish adults to their heritage, community, and identity in ways that few programs can match. As a participant of Birthright Israel, Birthright Israel Onward, and Birthright Excel, I can attest to the transformative nature of each of these programs. A...

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Dear Donor: Your Gift Changed My Life & Nourished My Jewish Soul
Alums Trip Highlights

August 7, 2023

Dear Donor: Your Gift Changed My Life & Nourished My Jewish Soul

by Michael Valdes , 2023 Birthright Israel Alum

Dear Birthright Israel Foundation Donor: It all started when I hopped onto Birthright Israel's site, and it felt like trying to get Taylor Swift tickets. I needed to book this once-in-a-lifetime trip (I'll explain why soon.) Thank God, I secured my spot, and my journey back to Israel began. First off, I want to say thank you. Your contributions have...

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