Birthright Israel:
Hillel trips connect Jewish students to their Jewish journey and identities, to Israel as the homeland of the Jewish people, and, upon return, to their Jewish communities. Students are led through Israel by Jewish professionals and will experience Jewish history and Israeli culture through unforgettable tours, hikes, and unique activities. Hillel offers the best ways for you to have the time of your life in Israel - FOR FREE!
Hillel trips connect Jewish students to their Jewish journey and identities, to Israel as the homeland of the Jewish people, and, upon return, to their Jewish communities. Students are led through Israel by Jewish professionals and will experience Jewish history and Israeli culture through unforgettable tours, hikes, and unique activities. Hillel offers the best ways for you to have the time of your life in Israel - FOR FREE!
REGISTRATION FOR WINTER 2019 IS NOW CLOSED
Birthright dates: 12/18/2019 - 12/29/2019
"Going on Birthright with UVA connected me to the vibrant Jewish community at the university in a way I don't think any other program can offer." Nir Diskin |
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"Birthright gave me an opportunity to further explore a unique aspect of my upbringing, but beyond the trip itself it has provided me a community of fellow Jews to return back in Charlottesville." Kayla Pelletz |
"Birthright through UVa is the only way to do it. i came back back to grounds after Israel and found a family of jewish wahoos that gave me the best semester yet." Sade storthz |
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Safety and SecurityWe are aware that security is a concern for parents and students traveling abroad. The Brody Jewish Center continues to have one of the largest campus Birthright Israel programs in the country!
View Birthright Israel's Safety and Security Q&A. |
EligibilityIf you are Jewish, between the ages of 18 and 26, and haven't been to Israel on an organized trip since age 18, you can claim your Birthright!
For more details, view Eligibility Requirement |
Sample trip itineraryDiscover the historical, political, and spiritual dimensions of Israel. Experience contemporary Israeli life and culture, make Israeli friends, enjoy the nightlife, beaches, museums and restaurants.
For more details, view Sample Itinerary |
Questions? Contact the Israel Fellow Carole or call our office at 434-295-4963
*This trip is a gift from Birthright Israel
Taglit-Birthright Israel is an innovative partnership between the people of Israel through the Government of Israel, private philanthropists through the Birthright Israel Foundation and Jewish communities around the world (North American Jewish Federations, Keren Hayesod, and the Jewish Agency for Israel)
Taglit-Birthright Israel is an innovative partnership between the people of Israel through the Government of Israel, private philanthropists through the Birthright Israel Foundation and Jewish communities around the world (North American Jewish Federations, Keren Hayesod, and the Jewish Agency for Israel)