Birthright Israel Foundation Blog

Sivan Brodo-Abo is a 2023 Brithright Israel alum who is half-Israeli. Prior to her trip, Sivan had visited family in Israel but never had the opportunity to dive into the rich history of the Jewish homeland until this immersive experience. Q&A with Sivan What inspired you to sign up for a Birthright Israel trip?  Sivan Brodo-Abo: "I am half Israeli,… Read More 

My name is Grace, and I am a freshman studying biomedical engineering at Cal Poly and am originally from the Chicago suburbs. In my free time, I enjoy running, weight lifting, crocheting, watching Youtube, listening to music, and spending time with friends. For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to go on Birthright Israel because it… Read More 

Sarah Feldman is a 2022 Birthright Israel alum who lives in the heart of the Silicon Valley tech hub. She studied computer science engineering and holds an MBA in Finance. She presently works at Google, where she drives their engineering programs. She is involved with J Leaders and the local Nob Hill Moishe House. Outside of her Jewish passions. Sarah… Read More 

I was given the foundation of a strong Jewish identity in my small but tight-knit Jewish community in San Antonio, Texas. Wherever I go, I am proud to wear my Magen David because I am grounded in my beliefs. I knew I wanted to make my connection to Israel my own, though, and that is why I embarked on my… Read More 

The year 2022 was an incredible year for Birthright Israel Foundation and young Jews worldwide. Tens of thousands of young Jewish adults applied for Birthright Israel and returned home to the Jewish homeland. While on the trip, they reconnected to their heritage, formed unbreakable bonds with their Israeli peers, and learned about Israel firsthand. This is why we're excited to… Read More 

Have you ever thought to yourself what you consider the most Jewish food? How about your first memory of a Jewish ceremony? How do you really feel about Israel? All these and more are questions surrounding the self-discovery meant to take place on a Birthright Israel trip. Today's generations have distractions available at all times. In such an environment, when… Read More 

Tyler Scheff is a Birthright Israel alum from Baltimore, MD, who works in healthcare marketing. He is also a videographer and photographer. His passions include travel and helping people share their stories through visual media. Birthright Israel Foundation is fortunate to Tyler for sharing his gratitude for the trip through the short video below. Tyler is just one example of… Read More 

It was 5:30 AM on May 24, 2022, when I waited for my first Birthright Israel group to arrive. It was going to be my first experience as a tour educator. As the young American Jews arrived, I approached each one, shook their hand, and welcomed them with “naim me’od,” Hebrew for “pleased to meet you.” Little did I know then… Read More 

I am Will “Big Will” Leveson. I am from Parkland, Florida and I currently split my time between Pompano Beach and Gainesville during the school year. I am a 4th-year Journalism and Sports media major at the University of Florida and a communications intern with the Miami Dolphins. My passions are broadcasting and sports. I love speaking publicly and talking… Read More 

Dylan Brush is a recent Birthright Israel alum who immediately felt accepted in Israel. When Dylan returned to Los Angeles, he knew those ten days on the trip forever changed him. Dylan went on to become a Birthright Israel madrich, otherwise known as a trip staffer for a Tel Aviv Pride trip. During his time staffing, Dylan hoped to show… Read More 

Sarah Ackerman is the granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor and a proud Jewish American. She grew up in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, and currently resides in Orlando, where she is attending the University of Central Florida. Sara is studying clinical psychology with the hopes of graduating in spring 2023, where she will then get a master’s in clinical mental health… Read More