Purim is the Jewish festival celebrating the Jewish people's deliverance from a plot to destroy them, as recounted in the Book of Esther. The story of Queen Esther tells the story of the Jewish people facing a threat of annihilation, but through courage, wit, and faith, the Jewish people ultimately overcome this adversity. Our fun quiz tests your Purim knowledge!… Read More
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Birthright Israel Foundation Blog
April 4, 2024
How Birthright Alum Talia Dror Sparked Change with Capitol Hill Testimony
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Birthright Israel Foundation
My name is Talia Dror. I’m a student at Cornell studying Industrial and Labor Relations, with minors in business and legal policy. Like many of you who are reading this publication, I’m the child of a brave woman who fled her home country due to religious persecution. A story shared…
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March 21, 2024
Hamantaschen in a Hurry: A Delicious Shortcut with Pie Crust
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Who says homemade Hamantaschen has to be complicated? This delightful recipe takes the stress out of baking these traditional Purim treats by using a store-bought shortcut: premade pie crust! In under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of delicious Hamantaschen bursting with your favorite flavors. There is no…
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March 18, 2024
Bogens Host Touching Event in Support of Birthright Israel in Palm Beach
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Roberta and Stanley Bogen generously opened their doors for Birthright Israel Foundation's annual Palm Beach event. Guests were treated to inspiring remarks by Roberta Bogen, Birthright Israel co-founder Charles Bronfman, and alumni, highlighting the program's profound impact. From Waitlist to Deep Friendship Chloe Bogen, a University of Texas at Austin graduate, captivated the audience with her story. Initially waitlisted for… Read More
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March 12, 2024
Melissa & Roee Wiczyk Host Los Angeles Event feat. Dr. Zohar Raviv
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Birthright Israel Foundation
New Los Angeles Cabinet members Melissa and Roee Wiczyk generously welcomed more than 50 friends of Birthright Israel Foundation to their home on Monday, February 26. Guests had the privilege to hear from host Roee Wiczyk, Los Angeles alumna Drea Rice, and Dr. Zohar Raviv, the International Vice President of Educational Strategy for Birthright Israel. Roee opened the gathering by giving… Read More
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March 11, 2024
From NYC Apartment to Israeli Fields: How Volunteering Rekindled a Young Woman’s Love for Her Heritage
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Curious about what draws a young Jewish adult to volunteer in Israel right now? In our interview below, we met Mollie Falk, who was eager to help Israel tangibly during this time. Mollie is a testament to the strength of the next generation. Tell us what initially drew you to volunteer in Israel with humanitarian efforts. Did you have specific… Read More
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March 7, 2024
Roberta & Joe Menzin: A Night for Birthright Israel
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Last week, National Board Member Roberta Menzin and her husband, Joe, hosted an evening of support for Birthright Israel. Their home was filled with the energy and passion of the Birthright Israel's Miami community. It was a truly inspiring evening that reminded us all of the importance of connecting young Jewish adults to Israel. Celebrating Jewish Identity and Connection Professor… Read More
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Trip Highlights
February 22, 2024
Beyond Sightseeing: How Birthright and Onward Deepened My Connection to Judaism and Israel
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Mitch Linefsky • New Orleans, LA
I always knew that I was going to go on a Birthright Israel at some point in my life. Growing up, Hebrew school instilled in me the importance of Israel, but something deeper always stirred within. Even practicing for my Bar Mitzvah couldn't quench my thirst for understanding. I currently attend Tulane University, whose vibrant Jewish community kept me connected,… Read More
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February 22, 2024
From Bagels & Lox to Blue & White: How Birthright Ignited a Lifelong Connection to Israel
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Sam Permutt, a 2005 Birthright Israel alum, never felt a true connection to Israel or his Jewish heritage. In our interview with Sam below, he shares how a desire to learn more about the geopolitics of the region drove him to participate in a Birthright Israel trip. Little did he know the trip would catapult his involvement in Jewish life… Read More
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February 22, 2024
Soul on Fire: How Birthright Ignited My Love for Israel and Led Me Home
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Rosseta Tourgeman • Miami, FL
When people talk about their Birthright Israel success stories, you’ll usually hear about someone who had no previous connection to Israel returning with a newfound love for their homeland. My Birthright Israel experience, however, only intensified my existing love for Israel, so much that it led me to make the life-changing decision of making Aliyah all on my own two… Read More
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Trip Highlights
February 15, 2024
Volunteering, Exploring, and Questioning: An Unfiltered Look at Israel
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Marcus Pierre • Fort Meyers, FL
I was 22 years old when I went to Israel for the first time on a Birthright Israel Onward program for two months in Haifa. I volunteered with the children of Eritrean asylum seekers at an NGO called Aleph. My relationship with Israel waxed and waned throughout the years, from being immensely proud of the only Jewish nation to being… Read More
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February 14, 2024
From Fear to Light: How Birthright Opened My Jewish Heart
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Amanda Rosen • Seattle, WA
My Jewish identity has always been complex, but my experience with Birthright opened my eyes to more joy than I could have prepared for. In Israel, I found a sense of independence and a deep connection to the land and people. I also found a friend who would become my husband and the father of our two boys. My introduction… Read More
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February 8, 2024
Birthright [Israel] Trippers Find Visiting Israel During War Is a Unique and Invigorating Experience
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Elana Sztokman
When Alon Fishman visited Israel in early January on a group trip, it wasn’t his first time in the country. But Fishman, 23, had never seen Israel like this before. When his Birthright Israel group arrived at the Western Wall, they found it uncharacteristically empty, and the plaza featured a new memorial with the names of the 1,200 victims of… Read More
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