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How My Birthright Israel Trip Encouraged Me to Motivate Other Jews on Campus to Get Involved
Alums Trip Highlights

January 12, 2023

How My Birthright Israel Trip Encouraged Me to Motivate Other Jews on Campus to Get Involved

by Grace Murphy , 2022 Birthright Israel Alum

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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Q&A with Birthright Israel & Moishe House Community Member Sarah Feldman
Alums Trip Highlights

January 11, 2023

Q&A with Birthright Israel & Moishe House Community Member Sarah Feldman

by Birthright Israel Foundation

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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Birthright Israel Love Story: Rachel & Justin Fishman
Alums Love Stories

January 3, 2023

Birthright Israel Love Story: Rachel & Justin Fishman

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Rachel and Justin Fishman met on their Birthright Israel trip in 2006. Neither of them thought they'd fall in love in a mere ten days. However, they did, and their experience still impacts them years later. Today, Rachel and Justin live in the Queen Village section of Philadelphia, PA, with their three children. All three of their kids play travel...

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Birthright Israel & Onward Israel Empowered Me to Teach Others About Israel
Alums Trip Highlights

December 26, 2022

Birthright Israel & Onward Israel Empowered Me to Teach Others About Israel

by Tori Shiver , 2018 Birthright Israel Alumna

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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22 Things Young Jews Said About Their 2022 Birthright Israel Trips
Alums Trip Highlights

December 8, 2022

22 Things Young Jews Said About Their 2022 Birthright Israel Trips

by Birthright Israel Foundation

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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Alums Holidays Leadership & Supporters

December 5, 2022

Chanukah Video Messages From Birthright Israel Alums

by Birthright Israel Foundation

As you gather with friends and family this Chanukah, we want you to be reminded of another modern-day miracle you have helped create — Birthright Israel. For over 22 years, your generosity has fueled this transformational program and helped 800,000-plus young Jews better understand their heritage and the State of Israel. Like the story of Chanukah that teaches us never...

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Video: Tyler Scheff Gives Thanks to Birthright Israel Foundation Donors
Alums Trip Highlights

November 21, 2022

Video: Tyler Scheff Gives Thanks to Birthright Israel Foundation Donors

by Birthright Israel Foundation

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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What Being a Birthright Israel Tour Educator is Really Like
Alums Trip Highlights

November 15, 2022

What Being a Birthright Israel Tour Educator is Really Like

by Ronen Rosenberg , Birthright Israel Tour Educator

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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Florida Alum Will Levenson Says Signing Up for Birthright Israel Was Never a Debate
Alums Trip Highlights

November 10, 2022

Florida Alum Will Levenson Says Signing Up for Birthright Israel Was Never a Debate

by Birthright Israel Foundation

I am Will “Big Will” Leveson. I am from Parkland, Florida and I currently split my time between Pompano Beach and Gainesville during the school year. I am a 4th-year Journalism and Sports media major at the University of Florida and a communications intern with the Miami Dolphins. My passions are broadcasting and sports. I love speaking publicly and talking...

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Q&A with LA Birthright Israel Alum and Staffer Dylan Brush
Alums Trip Highlights

November 10, 2022

Q&A with LA Birthright Israel Alum and Staffer Dylan Brush

by Birthright Israel Foundation

Dylan Brush is a recent Birthright Israel alum who immediately felt accepted in Israel. When Dylan returned to Los Angeles, he knew those ten days on the trip forever changed him. Dylan went on to become a Birthright Israel madrich, otherwise known as a trip staffer for a Tel Aviv Pride trip. During his time staffing, Dylan hoped to show...

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