Do you have plans this June? Kick off your summer with us in Israel!
Travel with other young professionals, ages 22-45, from the Greater Philadelphia community and participate in a once in a lifetime luxury experience tailored to YOU.
RSVP by Monday, March 17
The first 20 qualifying participants to register will receive $500 off the cost of their mission!
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Mission Details
DATES
Friday, June 13 – Friday, June 20, 2025
Program begins in Israel midday on Friday, June 13. Program ends in Israel the evening of Thursday, June 19.
COST (Land Only)
- $2,999 – Double Occupancy
- $690 – Single Supplement
The first 20 qualifying participants to register will receive $500 off the cost of their mission!
Participants are asked to make their Ben Gurion Society commitment, a minimum gift of $1,000 to the Jewish Federation’s 2025 Annual Campaign.
This includes:
- Boutique hotel accommodations
- Most meals
- All entrance and processing fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Full-time security detail
- Luxury, air-conditioned coach bus (includes refreshments, water, and bathroom)
*cost does not include airfare
accommodationS
- Spend three days and three nights in Jerusalem at the Arthur Hotel.
- Spend five days and four nights in Tel Aviv at the Cinema Hotel.
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy a festive Shabbat meal with Lone Soldiers from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
- Experience the splendor of Jerusalem, to include shuk shopping, volunteering, and the thrill of the longest zipline in Israel.
- Visit the Jewish Federation’s Partnership2Gether region of Sdot Negev and Netivot, to witness and honor the stories of Oct. 7, including meeting survivors, and visiting the site of the Nova Music Festival.
- Volunteer together to provide immediate relief to the land and people of Israel where it is needed most.
- Indulge in the art and culture of Tel Aviv, featuring exclusive culinary experiences.
- Explore Israel’s history and culture — up close and personal.
- More information to come!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Participants are asked to make their Ben Gurion Society commitment, a minimum gift of $1,000 to the Jewish Federation’s 2025 Annual Campaign.
As part of NextGen, the Ben Gurion Society is a group of dynamic young leaders (22-45) from across the continent who make an impact on the world through their giving. In addition to BGS exclusive events, you will be welcomed at JFRE events as a member.
For more information about NextGen, contact Director of NextGen Sarah Lefkowitz at slefkowitz@jewishphilly.org or 215.832.0515.
For more information about travel logistics, contact Missions Manager Erica N. Miller at erica.miller@jewishphilly.org or 215.832.0629.
ABOUT NEXTGEN
The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s NextGen group are leaders and philanthropists ages 22-45 who are looking to give back as they build community. Opportunities to connect include social events, volunteer opportunities and mission trips around the world.
Mission Chairs
Nina Berman
Melanie Highbloom
Jonathan Shahar
NextGen Leadership
Tara Cherwony
NextGen Chair
Emily Schwartz
NextGen Vice Chair
Alex Freedman
NextGen Vice Chair
Sarah Lefkowitz
NextGen Director