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For teens, college students and young adults, an Israel experience is much more than a trip. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to forge bonds with Israel and the Jewish people, with memories that stay with participants well into adulthood. At the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we know that Israel opportunities are many, and costs can sometimes be prohibitive. Our Israel and Overseas Department is here to help you, whether you’re a parent looking to save and plan for your child’s Israel experience, or a young adult who wants to find the Israel program that’s just right for you.

Gift of Israel Savings Program

You want to give your child a meaningful Israel experience. We want to help you plan and save for it. When you enroll in the Gift of Israel Savings Program (formerly Passport to Israel), Federation and your synagogue will help make Israel much more affordable.

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College and Post College Programs

Whether you wish to study abroad, volunteer or even jump-start your career in Israel, you can spend a few months in Israel through Masa Israel Journey, which offers a full menu of programs and scholarships.

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High School Age Programs

Young adults, college students and high school students can spend a few weeks, a semester or a summer in Israel. Interested in registering for a Birthright trip? Here’s where you can find just the right program to match your interests and goals.

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Looking for Scholarships?

There are a limited number of need-based scholarships available for children and young adults looking to make an Israel experience a reality.

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Israel Experiences Blog

Federation is working to build a strong Jewish future by offering various opportunities for Israel experiences. Living in Israel and participating on a program can be transformative for many young adults. Read personal accounts about these experiences and stay up-to-date on what it is like living in Israel.

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Spots Filling Quickly for Good Deeds Day

Spots Filling Quickly for Good Deeds Day

Federation is proud to participate in this global event — an annual celebration of kindness, service and impact offering meaningful, hands-on projects across Miami-Dade County, supporting families, seniors and community partners.

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Housing Displaced Israelis

Housing Displaced Israelis

Launched last summer after the Twelve-Day War against the Islamic Republic, the program recently expanded its emergency housing services for displaced families in Be’er Sheva.

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Honoring Yerucham’s Fallen Soldiers

Honoring Yerucham’s Fallen Soldiers

Participants from across Jewish Miami recently took to the field of the Miami Beach JCC for a Flag Football Tournament in memory of Yerucham’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

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Apply Now for a Sylvia Tuman Scholarship

Apply Now for a Sylvia Tuman Scholarship

Administered by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program is open to applicants enrolled in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

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