VOLUNTEER FOR ISRAEL, IN ISRAEL
"You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to neglect it" – Pirkei Avot
VOLUNTEER IN ISRAEL ON A 4-DAY OR 7-DAY PROGRAM
In response to the October 7th attacks, Israelis of all backgrounds have united around a collective volunteering effort in support of the displaced border communities and the security services' mission.
Authentic Israel invites adult travelers of all ages to tap into this national volunteering drive — for the people of Israel, in the land of Israel, while the needs are greatest. Together we will volunteer 4-6 hours a day, bear witness, and stand in solidarity with the people of Israel.
Designed for active adults of all ages — mature teens may join with an adult
NOTE: We also offer a separate subsidized volunteer trip for ages 18-40
THE EXPERIENCE
Travel to Israel for a roll-up-your-sleeves volunteer experience – with the opportunity to bear witness and stand with the People of Israel along the way. View the sample itinerary for additional details.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer 4-6 hours a day in areas of need
COMMUNITIES
Package items to support displaced communities
AGRICULTURE
Pick and sort harvested crops for foodbanks
DEFENDERS
Prepare special meals for active-duty IDF soldiers
SOLIDARITY
Bear witness to the loss at the border communities
Stand in solidarity with the families of the hostages
View moving post-October 7th street art in Tel Aviv
Meet a geo-political expert strategizing the future
Option to donate blood with Magen David Adom
Celebrate a Shabbat of resilience in Jerusalem
NOTE: Expect that the volunteering may evolve over time as the conditions and needs change
4 OR 7 DAYS — WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
All volunteers travel as part of the same group. The 4-day program ends on Thursday night, while the 7-day program ends on Sunday night. Only the 7-day program includes time in Jerusalem. Learn More: Sample Itinerary
LEARN MORE: WHAT'S INCLUDED
7-DAY COSTS
SHARED ROOM | $1,950 per person
SINGLE ROOM | $2,575 per person
*Fall 2024 dates are a day shorter, and the adjusted program cost is $1,775 in a shared room, and $2,250 in a single room
4-DAY COSTS
SHARED ROOM | $1,550 per person
SINGLE ROOM | $1,925 per person
ALTERNATIVE VOLUNTEER TRIPS FOR AGES 18-40 AND AGES 15-18
Travelers age 18-40 are eligible for an 8-day or 14-day volunteer trip fully subsidized by Birthright Israel. High school teens are invited to a 10-day volunteer experience organized with BBYO.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Centrally located 4-star hotels
- All meals included
- 24 x 7 program mission director
- 24 x 7 armed escort
- All volunteering and programming
- Airport transfers on arrival & departure day
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights
- Local medical insurance or travel insurance
TRAVEL GUIDANCE
A VIP airport greeting and transfer to our hotel will be provided for anyone arriving to Ben Gurion Airport between 6:00am and 5:35pm on the program arrival day (Monday). Guaranteed hotel check-in is available starting at 3:00pm (luggage can be stowed earlier). On the final evening of the program (Thursday or Sunday), a transfer will be provided back to Ben Gurion Airport in time for flights taking off from Israel between 11:00pm (Thursday or Sunday) and 1:00am (Friday or Monday).
ENROLLMEMT TERMS
- A $250/person deposit is due with your registration and is non-refundable 60 days prior to the program start date
- All program costs are in US Dollars
- The balance is due no later than 45 days prior to the program start date after which payments are non-refundable
Unique exceptions are considered on a case-by-case basis - Cancellations must be made in writing
- Payments may be made by check or credit/debit card, however, a 3% processing fee applies for credit/debit card payments (does not apply to initial $250 deposit). Note: credit card fees are not refundable
- All program dates are confirmed, however, Authentic Israel reserves the right to cancel trip dates in extraordinary circumstances
- Participation is subject to limited availability, and excess hotel rooms are typically released within 30 days of the program start date
- Authentic Israel reserves the right to deny participation according to its sole discretion