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International Leadership Join Solidarity Mission to Israel

Birthright Israel hosted a life-changing Solidarity Mission from November 6-8, 2023, bringing together 18 community leaders and supporters from the Birthright Israel family across six countries: the United States, France, Mexico, Uruguay, Canada, and Italy. It was an incredibly special and unique experience for those who participated. The Mission began with a warm welcome from Gidi Mark, CEO of Birthright… Read More 
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Eden Cohen, Elias Saratovsky Inspire Atlanta Donors

On Thursday, November 2, 2023, Birthright Israel Foundation donors Cathy Selig Kuranoff and Steve Kuranoff, along with co-chairs Amy and Bryan Lewis, hosted a beautiful evening for Birthright Israel. The night was a true reminder of Atlanta's passion for Israel and its dedication to Birthright Israel Foundation. MAKE A GIFT NOW Guests enjoyed hearing how Birthright Israel unequivocally shaped Eden Cohen's life, along… Read More 
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A Night of Solidarity & Hope for Israel in Miami

On Wednesday, November 1, 2023, donors and alums of Birthright Israel Foundation gathered in Miami for an evening of solidarity and hope for Israel. The evening was co-chaired by Carolyn & Melvyn Miller, Marla & David Susser, and Debi & Jeffrey Wechsler. The program opened with touching remarks from former IDF Air Force Pilot Shaked Rogovsky and his wife Karin, who also had the… Read More 
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Birthright Israel Alum Eve Karlin Hosts ‘Strength for Israel’ Raising $20K

Eve Karlin, a resident of Los Angeles, Birthright Israel alum, and multi-time trip staffer felt compelled to help Israel following the October 7th terrorist attack. As a personal trainer in the Los Angeles area, Eve wanted to use her skills and network to make an immediate impact in Israel. After speaking with many Israelis, whom she met through her various… Read More 
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Birthright Israel Alum Teddy Raskin Launches Nonprofit to Support Israel with Tal Ben-Maimon

Teddy Raskin, a Birthright Israel alum and trip staffer along, is a co-founder of Worldwide Friends Foundation, a 501c3 uniquely positioned to efficiently and effectively deliver humanitarian aid and protective tactical gear as worldwide crises arise. After the attacks on October 7th Teddy, along with his other co-founders, quickly launched Israel Friends, operating under Worldwide Friends, and is committed to… Read More 
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US Leading Universities Have Abandoned a Core American Value: “To Bigotry No Sanction; to Persecution No Assistance” and They Must Stop

Recent events at leading universities are shameful dismissal and abandonment of the core American value: 'that the Government of the United States gives to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance." Once centers for intellectual honesty, reflective discourse, freedom of thought, human dignity, and unwavering moral clarity, some of America's most revered academic institutions have now shown themselves as hotbeds… Read More 
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Birthright Israel Discussion & Response to Campus Antisemitism & Israel Hatred

Birthright Israel Foundation stands firmly with Jewish students on college campuses and will continue to empower young Jewish adults to be proud of their heritage and the State of Israel. Most recently, Birthright Israel Foundation signed a joint statement with the Israel on Campus Coalition condemning Students for Justice in Palestine for glorifying terror. More so, Dr. Zohar Raviv, International Vice President… Read More 
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A Video of Connection & Support from Alum Jenna Barricklo

Birthright Israel Foundation remains completely heartbroken and devasted since the October 8th terrorist attack in Israel. As an organization, our primary focus is the safety and security of the State of Israel and the humanitarian concerns on the ground. During this time, we are so proud of our alums who are our alums are doing all they can to stand… Read More 
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How Alums Can Make an Immediate Impact in Israel

The Birthright Israel alumni network, over 800,000 strong, is poised to aid Israel in challenging times. There are endless organizations making an immediate impact in Israel, and we are sharing a few with you so you can make a difference. Learn more about donating to United Hatzalah, the Jewish Federations of North America, and Magen David Adom. How to Make… Read More 
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Alums Send Messages of Hope and Love to Israel

As Birthright Israel alums, we are more than 800,000 strong, from 68 countries and we want nothing more than for our Israeli brothers and sisters to know we stand with them during these tragic times. We are devasted by the reports and images coming out of Israel right now. It’s hard to comprehend. We send our deepest condolences and prayers… Read More 
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Birthright Israel Foundation Honors Lily Kanter at November 12 San Francisco Event

Lily Kanter will be honored at Birthright Israel Foundation’s annual San Francisco fundraiser, Shaping Our Jewish Future: The Voices of Birthright Israel. Following the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack in Israel and the ensuing war, the program will focus on standing in solidarity with Israel. We look forward to happier times when the war concludes and when the streets of… Read More 

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