VOLUNTEER IN ISRAEL+
Following October 7th, volunteers worldwide have united around a collective effort to fill gaps and provide support.
Now, it's a new day in Israel, and the work to rebuild and repair Israeli society is just getting started. We invite you to rally your support for the people of Israel, in the land of Israel, while the needs are greatest.
Volunteer in Israel+ is an 8-day trip for can-do adult travelers of all ages seeking to volunteer, reconnect, and renew together.
COMPARE | DETAILS | HOW TO APPLY | FLIGHTS | FAQS
INCLUDED
Covers upgraded accommodations, programming, health insurance, some meals, supporting staff, and partial flight reimbursement
SUBSIDIZED COST
$250 Birthright Israel Volunteer program fee
$613 program enhancement supplement
OPEN AGES
All adults are welcome! (age 18+)
ELIGIBILITY
Identify as Jewish
Most prior Israel programs are okay
Open globally to conversant English speakers
SUMMER VOLUNTEER TRIP SPACE IS LIMITED – SIGN UP NOW
VOLUNTEER | VOLUNTEER+ | |
|---|---|---|
| AGES | Age 18-50 | Open Ages (18+) |
| ACCOMMODATIONS | 3-Star | 4-Star |
| ROOM SHARING | 3 Per Room | 2 Per Room Single room upgrade option |
| PRIMARY BASE | Tel Aviv or Jerusalem | Tel Aviv |
| MEALS | Breakfast Daily | Breakfast Daily Shabbat Dinner & Lunch Welcome Dinner |
| GROUP LEADER | Typically a Non-Guide | Licensed Guide |
| VOLUNTEERING | Mix of agricultural and other projects | Mostly non-agricutural projects |
| VOLUNTEER+ TRIPS | Group Flight | Flight Reimbursement |
COST | $250 Program Fee | $250 Program Fee + $613 Program Supplement |
| REGISTER | Start Here | Start Here |
THE EXPERIENCE
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer ~4-6 hours per day where it's needed most. Projects may include renewing communities, providing logistical support, cooking meals, and light agricultural help
CONNECT
Visit the border communities, stand in solidarity with Israeli society, and get to know a group of Israeli peers.
EXPLORE
Most evenings and weekends are yours to discover Israel on your own
INCLUDED
4-Star Accommodations*
Volunteering Projects
Local Medical Insurance
Staff Escorts & Support
Social, Cross-Cultural & Educational Activities
Breakfast Daily, Shabbat Meals, Welcome Dinner
*Most overnights are in Tel Aviv; one night is typically in the Galilee. Volunteers stay in accommodations with two travelers per room. Volunteers can upgrade to a single room for an additional fee of $115/person/night.
ELIGIBILITY
Open globally to adults of all ages (18+)
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
ALTERNATIVE OPEN-AGE VOLUNTEER TRIPS
View additional (non-subsidized) volunteer trip dates for open ages at our sister site – authenticisrael.com/volunteer
Follow these steps to seize this moment and tap into the volunteer movement!
Complete the application on Birthright Israel's website:
Click on the link above, and you'll be directed to the Birthright Israel registration platform. Your Volunteer+ choice will be pre-selected
You'll need to pay a $250 Birthright Israel program fee to be initially accepted and subsequently a $613 program supplement for Volunteer+ to make it official
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
CANCELLATION TERMS
The $250 USD Birthright Israel program fee is refundable up to 65 days before the program start date; after which, it is non-refundable.
An additional $25 USD application fee also applies and is non-refundable
The security deposit for the flight reimbursement is also refundable up to 65 days before the program start date, after which, it is non-refundable – see flight details.
PUT YOURSELF IN THE PICTURE!
Additional flight support is offered to help get you here!
After completing the program, Volunteers will be reimbursed for their flight costs up to the following net limits, depending on their home region:
North America: $600
Latin America: $1,050
Europe: $300
Australia & Others: $1,600
ALL AMOUNTS IN USD
HOW IT WORKS
To qualify for the flight reimbursement offer, volunteers must pay a flight security deposit (see below) as part of their Birthright Israel registration. The actual flight is booked via our designated travel agent based on your personal preferences – and you may arrive early or extend your stay as you wish. Once you are accepted on the trip, we will contact you via email to book your flight.
The initial flight security deposit is considered fully refundable up until 65 days before the start of the trip. The flight reimbursement is paid after the volunteer program is completed.
HOME REGION | FLIGHT SECURITY DEPOSIT | TOTAL FLIGHT REIMBURSEMENT | ACTUAL FLIGHT REIMBURSEMENT |
|---|---|---|---|
North America | $700 | $1,300 | $600 |
| Europe | $300 | $600 | $300 |
| Latin America | $900 | $1,950 | $1,050 |
| Australia & Rest of World | $900 | $2,500 | $1,600 |
FLIGHT PLANNING
When booking with Israel Outdoors' travel agent, plan to arrive to Ben Gurion Airport no later than 5pm on the start date. Volunteers can depart anytime after 12:01am on the final program day (i.e., travelers do not need to stay with the program on the final posted date).
Volunteers are responsible for their own travel from/to Ben Gurion Airport. We will provide detailed guidance on how/when to meet the group.
SAFE TRAVEL COMMITMENT
Since December 2023, we have hosted 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
Volunteering & Schedule
A joint initiative of Birthright Israel and the Jewish Federations of North America
Israel Outdoors also extends special appreciation to these programmatic partners for their additional support:
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