VOLUNTEER in ISRAEL WITH NASHVILLE
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 Jewish Federations of Greater Nashville + Partnership2Gether invite you to rally your support for the people of Israel, in the land of Israel while the needs are greatest.
This 8-day Volunteer in Israel trip is for can-do travelers seeking the opportunity to volunteer, connect, and renew together.
SUBSIDIZED
Covers 4-star hotel accommodations, programming, health insurance, some meals, supporting staff
OPTION #1 | USE A GROUP FLIGHT
A $1,250 program fee applies
OPTION #2 | ARRANGE YOUR OWN FLIGHT
A $700 registration & program fee applies
ELIGIBILITY
Identify as Jewish | Ages 34-50
Most prior Israel programs are okay
Open to those living in Nashville
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Launch your registration for the Nashville Community trip on the Birthright Israel site – it only takes a few minutes and it's commitment-free
We'll follow up with an interview, discuss next steps, and get you ready for this important journey together
The trip is free, but you'll need to pay a $50 Birthright Israel registration fee once you've been accepted and a $550 flight fee if using the optional group flight
We'll send you a planning guide to arrange your travels and help you get ready with a pre-trip orientation session
The actual volunteer program dates in Israel are January 28 - February 5, 2025
OPTION #1 | Use the group flight from Nashville
Depart from Nashville on January 28 and return to Nashville on February 5
Volunteers fly to Israel as a group but can extend their return flight (standard extension fee applies).
Program cost with flights is $1,250 – of which, $50 applies as the non-refundable Birthright Israel application 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 9:20am on the arrival day (January 29)
Leave the trip anytime as of 12:01am on the departure day (February 5).
Volunteers pay a $700 program fee - of which, $50 applies as the non-refundable Birthright Israel 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
Airport transfer for those on group flight
Shared Accommodations
Volunteering Projects
Local Medical Insurance
Staff Escorts & Support
Social, Cross-Cultural & Educational Activities
Welcome dinner, all breakfast, some lunches, and Shabbat dinner
Volunteer in and visit the impacted border communities
ELIGIBILITY
Open to ages 34-50*
One year removed from high school
Identifying as Jewish
Conversational in English + possess a passport
Most prior Israel program experience is OK
Volunteer participation will not affect your future eligibility for Birthright Israel, Onward, or Masa programs
*NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A SUBSIDIZED VOLUNTEER TRIP?
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.
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
Volunteering & Schedule
Volunteer in Israel is a joint initiative of Birthright Israel and the Jewish Federations of North America
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