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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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Federation’s 88th Annual Meeting

Federation’s 88th Annual Meeting

More than 250 members of Jewish Miami came together to honor and thank Lily Serviansky for two years of dedicated service as Board Chair of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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JAHM Month: Sharing Our Jewish Pride

JAHM Month: Sharing Our Jewish Pride

Your Miami Federation proudly celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) throughout May with several visible events across our community.

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Local College Students Visit Yerucham

Local College Students Visit Yerucham

The group — mostly from University of Miami and Florida International University — spent time in Miami’s partnership city of Yerucham.

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Federation Helps Bnei Menashe Community Make Aliyah

Federation Helps Bnei Menashe Community Make Aliyah

Federation and its agencies, in partnership with the Government of Israel, have launched a five-year initiative to bring the remaining 6,000 Bnei Menashe to Israel.

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