BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL VOLUNTEER WITH SAN DIEGO
In response to October 7th, Israelis united around a collective volunteering effort to fill gaps in society. The work to rebuild and renew is just getting started, and the San Diego community is rallying its support for the people of Israel in the land of Israel while the needs are greatest. Lend a hand across the country, including in San Diego's sister community, Sha'ar HaNegev.
This 8-day Birthright Israel Volunteer trip is designed for can-do Jewish travelers seeking the opportunity to volunteer, connect, and renew together.
SUBSIDIZED
Covers accommodations, programming, health insurance, some meals, supporting staff
OPTION #1 | USE A GROUP FLIGHT
A $600 USD program fee applies
OPTION #2 | ARRANGE YOUR OWN FLIGHT
A $50 USD registration fee applies
SUPPLEMENTAL PROGRAM FEE
A $380 fee will be collected after trip acceptance for an upgraded hotel experience/double rooms.
ELIGIBILITY
Identify as Jewish | Ages 27-50
Most prior Israel programs are okay
Volunteers currently living in San Diego
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Launch your registration for the San Diego volunteer trip on the Birthright Israel site – it only takes a few minutes and it's commitment-free
The trip is free, but you'll need to pay a $50 USD Birthright Israel registration fee once you've been accepted and a $550 USD flight fee if using the optional group flight
We'll follow up with an interview, discuss next steps, and get you ready for this important journey together
We'll send you a planning guide to arrange your travels and help you get ready with a pre-trip orientation session
OPTION #1 | Use the group flight from Los Angeles
Depart from Los Angeles on February 10 and return to Los Angeles on February 18
Volunteers fly to Israel as a group but can extend their return flight (standard extension fee applies).
Flights cost $550 USD – plus a non-refundable $50 USD registration fee
The group flight can be canceled for a full refund up to 65 days in advance, after which it is non-refundable.
Exact flight details will be made available once confirmed on a trip. Volunteers arrange their own travel to the gateway airport.
OPTION #2 | Arrange your own flights
Land in Israel by 5:00pm on February 11
Leave the trip anytime as of 12:01am on the departure day (February 18)
i.e., the program ends whenever you want on the final day
Volunteers pay a $50 USD Birthright Israel non-refundable application fee
THE EXPERIENCE
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer ~4-6 hours per day when/where it's needed most. Example projects may include renewing damaged communities in the north or south, assisting farmers who lost their workforce, and providing logistical support.
CONNECT
Visit the border communities, stand in solidarity with the families of the hostages, and get to know a group of Israeli peers.
EXPLORE
Most evenings and weekends are yours to discover Israel on your own
INCLUDED
Shared Accommodations*
Volunteering Projects
Local Medical Insurance
Staff Escorts & Support
Social, Cross-Cultural & Educational Activities
Breakfast daily
Volunteer in and visit the impacted border communities
*Volunteers stay in accommodations with three travelers per room. Volunteers can upgrade to a single room for an additional fee of $100 per night per person. Volunteers traveling with a companion can upgrade to a double room for an extra fee of $25 per night per person.
ELIGIBILITY
Ages 27-50
Identifying as Jewish
Most prior Israel program experience is OK
Conversational in English + possess a passport
Volunteer participation will not affect your future eligibility for Birthright Israel, Onward, or Masa programs
*NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BIRTHRIGHT VOLUNTEER?
All ages and backgrounds are invited to join the volunteer movement in Israel. Explore these options for travelers of all ages and for high school teens (subsidized).
Safe travel during a time of conflict
While these remain difficult days in Israel, we are hosting thousands of can-do volunteers responsibly – and we'll continue to do so as long as we are confident in being able to provide a safe and meaningful experience. Rest assured, we provide 24 x 7 staff supervision, all of our accommodations are equipped with safe rooms, and we travel together as a group for organized programming.
Overview & Eligibility
Logistics & Policies
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During this challenging moment, we are especially grateful that this program has been made possible due to the vision and funding from Taglit-Birthright Israel in association with Mosaic United.
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