Israel & Overseas
Strengthening Jewish communities in Israel and around the world has always been a top priority for the Federation. We build a local community connection to Israel, fund and help implement overseas designated projects, and participate in the collective support for world Jewry.
The Federation enhances individual experiences through ongoing, people-to-people relationships, missions, and exchange programs. Missions to Israel and to other overseas Jewish communities serve to strengthen Jewish identity, build Jewish community and grow Jewish philanthropy. For more information on upcoming missions, email [email protected].
Israel in Shalom New Haven
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Sandberg Hiked Through the Negev, Thanks to Jewish Foundation Scholarship
Recognizing the impact of Israel travel/experiences, the Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven provides scholarships for both short-term (minimum of three-week program) and long-term organized Israel educational programs for Greater New Haven area youth, ages 14-19.
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COHEN RECALLS THE THRILL OF COMPETING IN MACCABIAH GAMES
Marcy Cohen, of Shelton, still gets emotional when she remembers the thrill of seeing 8,750 Jewish athletes from 80 countries all in one place during the opening ceremonies of the 20th anniversary of the World Maccabiah Games in Israel last summer.
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Birthright Israel Expands Eligibility
NEW YORK—Birthright Israel, the largest provider of cultural trips in the world, today announces a decision to introduce a new age category for the first time since the organization’s founding in 1999.
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IDF Paratrooper Speaks to JHSC Students
The Jewish High School of Connecticut recently hosted Zach Okun, a new graduate of the IDF’s Paratrooper School. Zach is the older brother of JHSC sophomore, Jakob Okun.
Young Emissary Program
