Why should you go on birthright?

Every single Jewish young adult who claims their birthright helps bridge the growing divide between the Jewish Diaspora and Israel. Since 1999, 750,000 Jewish young adults have enriched their own lives and that of the collective Jewish people.

What do you do on a Birthright trip?

Birthright trips are known for their packed 10-day itinerary that includes visits to landmarks like Jerusalem’s Western Wall, “a Zionist heritage site,” and the Dead Sea. Each day involves around 15 hours of programming—often outdoor activities like hiking, climbing, swimming, and riding camels.

Are Birthright trips safe?

Is it safe to travel to Israel? Yes. We will not hesitate to revisit our daily itineraries in accordance with our security guidelines without compromising the educational caliber and overall trip experience.

Can you go on Birthright twice?

You can only come on a Birthright Israel trip once as a participant, but as a staff member you can keep coming back for more! If you are over 21 years old, have leadership experience, and are craving for another taste of Israel, we invite you to apply for a position as a Trip Staff Member.

What is the age limit for birthright?

The gift of Birthright Israel is available to all Jewish young adults, ages 18-26* who have not participated on an educational trip since they turned 18 nor lived in Israel past the age of 12.

Is it safe to go to Isreal right now?

Israel, The West Bank and Gaza – Level 3: Reconsider Travel. Reconsider travel to Israel due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Israel due to terrorism and civil unrest. Do not travel to the West Bank due to COVID-19.

What is a birthright tour?

Taglit-Birthright Israel (Hebrew: תגלית‎), also known as Birthright Israel or simply Birthright, is a not-for-profit educational organization that sponsors free ten-day heritage trips to Israel, Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights for young adults of Jewish heritage, aged 18–32. Taglit is the Hebrew word for ‘discovery’.

Who started birthright?

Michael Steinhardt
Charles Bronfman
Birthright Israel/Founders

The Birthright Israel program was initiated in 1994 and founded in cooperation with Charles Bronfman and Michael Steinhardt, as well as the Israeli government, private donors, the Jewish Agency for Israel, and Jewish communities around the world.

Who pays for Israel birthright?

How is Birthright Israel funded? In the US, Birthright Israel is funded by over 40,000 Jewish and non-Jewish donors worldwide each year, to ensure that the experience remains a gift to young Jewish adults for years to come.