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Birthright Israel: Transforming "Jews by Birth" to "Jews by Worth"
Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

October 3, 2019

Birthright Israel: Transforming "Jews by Birth" to "Jews by Worth"

by Dr. Zohar Raviv , International VP of Educational Strategy, Birthright Israel

As we enter this year’s High Holidays season, I am delighted to share a few thoughts with you all --- our extended Birthright Israel family. It is hard to believe, but Birthright Israel embarks on celebrating two decades of operation; and while we are surely gratified by this project’s unprecedented achievements on behalf of world Jewry and the State of...

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A High Holiday Message from Birthright Israel Foundation's CEO
Holidays Leadership & Supporters

September 26, 2019

A High Holiday Message from Birthright Israel Foundation's CEO

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Dear Friends, The High Holidays are a special time for the Jewish people. Deep rooted in religious practices and tradition, these days are synonymous with community. It is during these holy days that the Jewish people unite together in many shapes and forms to welcome the New Year as one. As we sit in our respective synagogues, we can take...

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Event Highlights: Israeli Food Tasting at HaSalon NYC
Alums Events

September 26, 2019

Event Highlights: Israeli Food Tasting at HaSalon NYC

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019 Birthright Israel Foundation and Birthright Israel Excel hosted over 150 alumni for an Israeli Food Tasting at NYC's HaSalon! We were excited to be in company with Birthright Israel Foundation's NYC Young Leadership Council and Fellows from Birthright Israel Excel. Guests had the opportunity to learn more about the Foundation and their work with the...

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Birthright Israel and Becoming a Rabbi: The Lasting Impact
Leadership & Supporters Trip Highlights

September 26, 2019

Birthright Israel and Becoming a Rabbi: The Lasting Impact

by Rabbi Levy

Birthright Israel is an experience that strives to maximize every minute of those magical ten days. So it’s no surprise that 18 years ago, on my Birthright Israel trip, I woke up in a Bedouin tent cold, frustrated and exhausted. I staggered onto the bus and promptly fell asleep. Shortly thereafter, we had reached our destination, the base of the...

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VIDEO: A Sneak Peek Of My Birthright Israel Journey
Alums Trip Highlights

September 25, 2019

VIDEO: A Sneak Peek Of My Birthright Israel Journey

by Natalie Leinbach , Winter 2019 Alumna

Natalie Leinbach is a 2019 Birthright Israel Alumna currently studying Communications and Economics at the University of Maryland, College Park. Below is a personal video she made to remember her Birthright Israel trip and showcase her favorite moments. You can scroll down to read our interview with Natalie as well! What type of Birthright Israel trip did you choose to...

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Event Highlights: Purchase, NY 2019
Events

September 20, 2019

Event Highlights: Purchase, NY 2019

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Thursday, September 19, 2019 Birthright Israel Foundation supporters gathered in Purchase, NY for an evening of conversation with Lior Navon, an alumna of Birthright Israel's Mifgash program who shared her inspiring story through the unique lens as an Israeli participant. Lior shared how Birthright Israel changed her life and motivated her to give back to the Jewish community. Tom...

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Community, Acceptance, and Self‑Discovery
Alums Trip Highlights

September 16, 2019

Community, Acceptance, and Self‑Discovery

by Birthright Israel Foundation

When most people hear the words “Birthright Israel,” they usually think “free trip,” and while Birthright Israel technically is a “free trip,” it is so much more than that. Birthright Israel is a unique partnership between the Israeli government, various Jewish communities and Jewish philanthropists. The founders of Birthright Israel created this project to send hundreds of thousands of young...

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Event Highlights: Chicago 2019
Events

September 12, 2019

Event Highlights: Chicago 2019

by Birthright Israel Foundation

On Tuesday, September 10, 2019, Birthright Israel Foundation had the pleasure of spending the evening with our Chicago community. We had the pleasure of hearing from Birthright Israel alumna, Erin Schrode, who shared her inspiring story and Ariella Rada from the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest who spoke about her unique Jewish journey and the importance of fostering...

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