January 24, 2023
My name is Sammy, and I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I graduated from High Point University with my Master’s Degree in Communication and Business Leadership, as well as receiving a Bachelor’s in Human Relations with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. In my free time, I love to volunteer, work out, and spend time with friends...
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January 23, 2023
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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January 19, 2023
Sivan Brodo-Abo is a 2023 Brithright Israel alum who is half-Israeli. Prior to her trip, Sivan had visited family in Israel but never had the opportunity to dive into the rich history of the Jewish homeland until this immersive experience. Q&A with Sivan What inspired you to sign up for a Birthright Israel trip? Sivan Brodo-Abo: "I am half Israeli,...
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January 12, 2023
My name is Grace, and I am a freshman studying biomedical engineering at Cal Poly and am originally from the Chicago suburbs. In my free time, I enjoy running, weight lifting, crocheting, watching Youtube, listening to music, and spending time with friends. For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to go on Birthright Israel because it...
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January 11, 2023
Sarah Feldman is a 2022 Birthright Israel alum who lives in the heart of the Silicon Valley tech hub. She studied computer science engineering and holds an MBA in Finance. She presently works at Google, where she drives their engineering programs. She is involved with J Leaders and the local Nob Hill Moishe House. Outside of her Jewish passions. Sarah...
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December 26, 2022
I was given the foundation of a strong Jewish identity in my small but tight-knit Jewish community in San Antonio, Texas. Wherever I go, I am proud to wear my Magen David because I am grounded in my beliefs. I knew I wanted to make my connection to Israel my own, though, and that is why I embarked on my...
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December 8, 2022
The year 2022 was an incredible year for Birthright Israel Foundation and young Jews worldwide. Tens of thousands of young Jewish adults applied for Birthright Israel and returned home to the Jewish homeland. While on the trip, they reconnected to their heritage, formed unbreakable bonds with their Israeli peers, and learned about Israel firsthand. This is why we're excited to...
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December 7, 2022
Have you ever thought to yourself what you consider the most Jewish food? How about your first memory of a Jewish ceremony? How do you really feel about Israel? All these and more are questions surrounding the self-discovery meant to take place on a Birthright Israel trip. Today's generations have distractions available at all times. In such an environment, when...
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November 21, 2022
Tyler Scheff is a Birthright Israel alum from Baltimore, MD, who works in healthcare marketing. He is also a videographer and photographer. His passions include travel and helping people share their stories through visual media. Birthright Israel Foundation is fortunate to Tyler for sharing his gratitude for the trip through the short video below. Tyler is just one example of...
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November 15, 2022
It was 5:30 AM on May 24, 2022, when I waited for my first Birthright Israel group to arrive. It was going to be my first experience as a tour educator. As the young American Jews arrived, I approached each one, shook their hand, and welcomed them with “naim me’od,” Hebrew for “pleased to meet you.” Little did I know...
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