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Pop Quiz: Are You a Mensch?

July 1, 2020

Pop Quiz: Are You a Mensch?

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Do you know what a spiel is? Or the name of the largest desert in Israel? Or how about what delicious fried treat is eaten on Hanukkah? Not quite sure? Well, then it's time to take our pop quiz and test your Jewish knowledge! We can't wait to see how you score! When you're done with the quiz, be sure...

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My Birthright Israel Story Is Still Alive, 13 Years Later

June 18, 2020

My Birthright Israel Story Is Still Alive, 13 Years Later

by Rachel Barnehama , Birthright Israel Fellow

No matter how many times I have heard the flight attendant announce “Baruch Habayim L’yisrael (Welcome to Israel)," over the loudspeaker, a chill radiates throughout my body. Each Birthright Israel trip I have had the opportunity to partake in, whether it be as a participant or as a Madricha (staff), brings me an overwhelming sense of excitement and adventure. Every...

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7 Facts About Birthright Israel, and the Foundation That Keeps It Going

June 12, 2020

7 Facts About Birthright Israel, and the Foundation That Keeps It Going

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Did you recently learn that your child or grandchild is interested in a group trip to Israel? You’re likely thrilled that someone you love is eager to embrace their heritage, but you may also wonder if they’re in safe and suitable hands. When the trip is organized through Birthright Israel, there’s no need to worry. You may not know much...

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June 9, 2020

How A Free Trip to Israel Saved My Mental Health

by Connor Jacobson , 2020 Birthright Israel Alumnus

There are many different reasons to go on Birthright Israel. However, to me, they are all secondary to the honest answer: it’s a free trip to Israel! My father always told me nothing in this world comes completely free, so I figured there was a sales pitch coming my way. I was a half-Jewish free agent of the religious world....

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Birthright Israel Helped Me Find My Place at Hillel

June 1, 2020

Birthright Israel Helped Me Find My Place at Hillel

by Samantha Payab , 2019 Birthright Israel Alumna

Growing up in a Jewish community, I had heard many stories from older family, friends, and acquaintances about how amazing their Birthright Israel experiences were. I always knew that this was something I wanted to do. I just was not sure whether I wanted to wait until I was done with college or go during. By my sophomore year at...

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Birthright Israel launches a new initiative to connect alumni during coronavirus

May 14, 2020

Birthright Israel launches a new initiative to connect alumni during coronavirus

by Birthright Israel Foundation

What’s the game plan when you have over 750,000 alumni spread out across 68 countries amidst a global pandemic? Connect them. That’s exactly what Birthright Israel is doing with their new initiative, Birthright Israel Connect. The online program aims to connect alumni of the program with each other through trained facilitators and educators. Each session aims to spark meaningful conversations...

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