There’s something magical about the first bite into a falafel while on Birthright Israel. The taste of fried chickpeas mixed with tahini and pickles is the first taste of vibrant Jewish life for most participants. That bite into falafel signifies a craving for their newfound love of Israel and their own Jewish identity. And there is something so unforgettable about… Read More
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Events
November 15, 2019
Event Highlights: Palm Beach Gardens Celebrates Birthright Israel
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On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 45 members of the Jewish community of Palm Beach Gardens and North Palm Beach celebrated Birthright Israel and the program's 19 years of impacting young Jewish adults. The evening included a beautiful story of intergenerationally supporting Birthright Israel's mission as Harriet Sternlicht hosted the event, and her son, Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood… Read More
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November 13, 2019
Thanksgiving Recipe Feature: Spiced Sweet Potato Latkes with Yogurt
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Latkes are a staple in Jewish households during Hanukkah, but have you thought of serving them on Thanksgiving? Many of us eat sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving, drizzled with melted marshmallows, in a casserole or in a sweet potato pie, but this year we encourage you to serve our Spiced Sweet Potato Latkes. Why? Because who does not love the goodness of a golden-fried potato pancake with a Turkey-Day twist. For a healthier twist,… Read More
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Trip Highlights
November 11, 2019
Alumna and Chef, Alexis Sicklick hosts Birthright Israel Themed Pop-up Dinner
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Alexis Sicklick • New York, NY
Alexis Sicklick is a Junior Sous Chef at Aquavit in New York City and went on Birthright Israel in summer 2019 with her sister Tori. Her trip inspired her so much that she is hosting a Birthright Israel themed Pop-Dinner, Experiencing the Deliciousness of Israel, on Monday, November 18, 2019, in New York City (Sign Up Here!). The dinner will… Read More
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Trip Highlights
November 11, 2019
Birthright Israel Through The Eyes of YouTuber, Tori Sicklick
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Tori Sicklick • Brooklyn, NY
Birthright Israel was a trip that I had been looking forward to and planning to go on for many, many years. My oldest sister, Morgan, went on her Birthright Israel trip when I was in high school and hearing about her experience and how much she loved it made me want to go on this trip as well. My other… Read More
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Trip Highlights
November 11, 2019
What It’s Like Experiencing Israel’s LGBTQ+ Culture Through Birthright Israel
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Monroe Marshall • Albany, NY
My name is Monroe Marshall, and I was born in Brooklyn, raised on Long Island, and am currently living in Albany, NY. I am working towards a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, and Certificate in Public Health Preparedness and Surveillance at The University at Albany, State University of New York. At the time of my LGBTQ+ Birthright Israel trip… Read More
There's no better way to see the impact of your gift than by hearing it first hand from one of our 700,000+ alumni. It's because of your generosity young Jewish adults around the world are inspired to be Jewish leaders, give Tzedakah and keep our communities vibrant. So, now its time to hear it for yourself from NYC alumna, Chloe… Read More
On Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Birthright Israel Foundation hosted an incredible event at ICA Miami. Our guests had the pleasure of hearing from renowned philanthropist and community member Norman Braman, followed by Birthright Israel Mifgash participant Lior Navon, and 27-32-year-old participant Nicole Livadas. Lior gave great insight into what it's like to be a participant through the lens of an… Read More
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November 5, 2019
Event Highlights: Hudson Yards Real Estate Community Event
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Birthright Israel Foundation
On Monday, November 4, 2019 in New York City we hosted a remarkable program featuring Jeff Blau, CEO of Related Companies, and Dan Doctoroff, Chairman and CEO of Sidewalk Labs for a conversation on Hudson Yards and the intersection of real estate and technology. We also had the opportunity of hearing from Shavit Rootman, former IDF officer and alumnus of… Read More
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November 5, 2019
Video: Finding A Higher Purpose Through Birthright Israel
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Shavit Rootman
I frequently ask myself, “What is your higher purpose?” It’s a question that I think so many people fail to ask themselves enough. I am a 4th generation Israeli and have a deep family connection to this land. My family experienced the Holocaust and various wars in Israel, of which some of them did not survive, but some did. Due to… Read More
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November 5, 2019
Birthright Israel: Renewal, Recovery, and Discovery
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Daniel Cohen • Chesterfield, VA
In Summer 2019, I ventured to Israel on a Birthright Israel trip focused on renewal. The goal of this trip is to reconnect young people, like myself, who are in recovery or are impacted by addiction with their Jewish heritage and help us reclaim our roles as active members in the Jewish community. As far as I can remember, I… Read More
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