Garin Greene in Israel – Bus 3
Visiting the Second Largest Mosque in Israel
Today, Bus 1 and Bus 2 explored the Ancient Mediterranean port city of Akko. Akko is home to the second largest Mosque in the Land of Israel called the Al-Jazzar Mosque. The counselors were surprised to discover that very few of the American Teens had ever been inside a Mosque before.
Bus 3, Day 3: Shabbat
By Genna Grodin, NFTY in Israel Participant, Bus 3 Last night was my first Shabbat in Israel. I can confidently say it was meaningful. The reason why starts with the beginning of the day. On our bus of 51 teens it was sort of divided into 2 group: East coast and West...
A Summer to Create Memories and Dreams
Right now, as Shabbat begins around the world your teens are either in their hotels nestled in the rolling hills of the Galilee, camping deep in the Negev desert or exploring the wonder of Golden Krakow in Poland. At this moment these young people are experiencing an incredible opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of our collective historical Jewish experience; essentially an exercise in spiritual, intellectual and physical Reform Jewish Torah.
Sci-Tech Israel Day 1!
Yesterday was the day!! Sci-Tech Israel Day 1! The staff waited patiently at the arrivals at Ben Gurion airport to welcome the 42 participants. We were so happy and excited to see their very tired faces as they came through the gate.
Bus Rides with Bus 10
The Journey to NFTY in Israel
The date was Sunday June 24th, and Jews all over the United States we’re rejoicing; finally, NFTY in Israel was merely hours away. PSYCH – our flight just got delayed four hours.
A Blog About Prague
By Shaina Kramer, NFTY in Israel Participant, Bus 8 After just under 35,000 steps, our time in Prague is done. One thing I can 100% confirm is that Prague is so, so beautiful. The different buildings, designs and how historical it all is is truly an amazing thing to...
Bus 5 Walking Through Europe
Dear Camp Coleman: Shabbat Shalom!
Butterflies in Terezín
By Sam Thal, NFTY in Israel Madricha, Bus 5 As we joined our voices in song in the secret synagogue of Terezín, I could almost hear the echoes of the brave people who risked everything to keep their faith alive. On Wednesday, we visited Terezín, a concentration camp...
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Assistance
NFTY in Israel believes the opportunity to travel to Israel is one that cannot be missed. Many organizations support our mission of sending teens to Israel for a fun, educational and meaningful journey. To help offset the cost of a summer on NFTY in Israel, local communities, such as synagogues and federations, provide scholarship and financial aid to families.