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Tzfat: Unveiling the Mystical Jewish History of this Enchanting Israeli City
Trip Highlights

August 1, 2023

Tzfat: Unveiling the Mystical Jewish History of this Enchanting Israeli City

by Birthright Israel Foundation

The city of Tzfat (also spelled Safed or Zefat) is located high in the mountains of northern Israel, overlooking the Sea of Galilee. Tzfat holds a unique and significant place in the tapestry of Israel's heritage. The city has a vibrant Jewish history, mystical traditions, and breathtaking landscapes. Tzfat's history dates back thousands of years. In biblical times, it was...

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Events Leadership & Supporters

July 31, 2023

Barbara & Richard Silverman Host Dr. Zohar Raviv and Birthright Israel Participant Adela Cojab in Chicago

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Thursday, July 27, 2023, philanthropists Barbara & Richard Silverman opened their Chicago home to fellow Birthright Israel Foundation supporters and those interested in the program. The event focused on rallying support for Birthright Israel programs and the 20,000 young Jewish adults waitlisted for the classic 10-day trip. MAKE A GIFT NOW Barbara & Richard began the evening with beautiful...

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Meet Tour Educator & Former IDF Officer Moshe Linetsky
Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

July 27, 2023

Meet Tour Educator & Former IDF Officer Moshe Linetsky

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel tour educator Moshe Linetsky will be visiting the US on behalf of Birthright Israel Foundation this year to meet with supporters regarding the educational programming of the classic 10-day trip. Moshe is a licensed Israeli Tour Educator, geopolitical speaker, and former IDF Officer who has years of experience in helping young Jewish adults better understand Israel. His involvement...

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Donors From Across the Country Join Jill & Jay Bernstein in Aspen
Events Leadership & Supporters

July 26, 2023

Donors From Across the Country Join Jill & Jay Bernstein in Aspen

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Monday, July 24, 2023, philanthropists Jill & Jay Bernstein hosted Birthright Israel Foundation donors from across the country for an evening of support in Aspen, CO. Jill & Jay Bernstein have been staunch supporters of Birthright Israel Foundation in Palm Beach for years and were joyed to rally support for the program in Aspen. They were joined by fellow...

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Lindsay & Alex Shapses Inspire Fellow Alums to Pay It Forward
Alums Leadership & Supporters

July 24, 2023

Lindsay & Alex Shapses Inspire Fellow Alums to Pay It Forward

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Lindsay and Alex Shapses' Birthright Israel trips had an everlasting impact on each of them. In recent years, especially as the demand for the classic 10-day trip is at an all-time high, Alex and Lindsay have made Birthright Israel Foundation a priority. Alex Shapses is an active member of the Long Island Leadership Cabinet, where he works with fellow lay...

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Which Israeli Show Will You Binge-Watch Next? Take This Quiz to Find Out!
Trip Highlights

July 21, 2023

Which Israeli Show Will You Binge-Watch Next? Take This Quiz to Find Out!

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Welcome to the fascinating world of Israeli television! Many of our Birthright Israel participants return home excited to keep their newfound connection to Israeli society alive — and thanks to streaming networks, tons of Israeli shows are accessible in the US. Our quiz tests your knowledge about some of the top Israeli shows on Netflix. These shows have garnered critical...

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Disability Advocate Tours Israel on Segway as Part of Outdoor-Focused Birthright Trip
Alums Trip Highlights

July 19, 2023

Disability Advocate Tours Israel on Segway as Part of Outdoor-Focused Birthright Trip

by Charlie Summers , The Times of Israel

Disability rights advocate Brandon Farbstein had just finished a tour of Jerusalem’s Old City when he rolled up to the Holyland Café on his Segway, a trusted mobility aid, on a warm Sunday afternoon earlier this month. He was in Israel for the first time as part of an outdoor-focused Birthright trip, which takes participants to explore the country on...

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Dear Donor: I've Never Been Happier Than I Am Now, Knowing I Am a Jew
Alums Trip Highlights

July 18, 2023

Dear Donor: I've Never Been Happier Than I Am Now, Knowing I Am a Jew

by Gabriella Guez , 2022 Birthright Israel Alum

Dear Birthright Israel Foundation Donor, This is definitely the hardest letter I had to write in my entire life, and you’re probably wondering why. In the beginning, I was very skeptical about writing this down, and even worse, having to share this personal thought with you guys was very intimidating. But after some time of thinking about it (a year...

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Schneider-Lesser Family Endows Birthright Israel's Social Diversity Module
Leadership & Supporters

July 17, 2023

Schneider-Lesser Family Endows Birthright Israel's Social Diversity Module

by Birthright Israel Foundation

The Schneider Lesser family is making a transformational endowment gift to the Birthright Israel Foundation to fund the Birthright Israel Social Diversity Module, a program that educates tens of thousands of Jewish young adults each year about the true face of Israel, in which Jews, Arabs, and other ethnic groups live and work together. The gift is part of a...

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