TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL

Taglit-Birthright Israel received an Allocation of $8,600 from Federation's 2007 Campaign. TBI is ensuring the continued existence of the Jewish people by strengthening Jewish identity, Jewish communities, and solidarity with Israel. Further, Birthright Israel has been increasing the annual number of Jews visiting Israel by providing the Gift of first-time educational trips to Israel for thousands of mostly unaffiliated Jewish young adults. Thus far, over 150,000 young adults, age 18-26, have participated in this first time peer-group educational trip of 10 days.

Research continues to show that a visit to Israel, relatively early in life, is one of the most effective ways to maintain Jewish identity and continuity. Participants in past Birthright trips report consistently stronger feelings about "connection to local Jewish community, to Jewish history, to worldwide Jewry, and to Israel." Major goals being accomplished by Birthright Israel include:

-Making a significant difference in the lives of young Jews between the ages of 18-26

-Making a meaningful difference in the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities

-Offering tools to broaden the basis of Jewish education

On a recent Birthright Trip, one of our Tarrant County college students, Jared Snow, remarked "The highlight of the trip had to be our visit to the Western Wall. Returning home, I knew I will always look back at this 10 day journey as one that helped me strengthen my Jewish roots and establish a true affinity towards Israel."

For more information about Taglit-Birthright Israel or how to take advantage of this free experience in Israel, contact Mort or Mona at the Federation, (817) 569-0892.

Taglit-Birthright Israel is only one of 47 Recipient Organizations which received allocations from our 2007 Annual Campaign. Please support Campaign 2008 by contacting Mort or Mona at the Federation. Your support makes a difference in the lives of thousands of people and, will make a difference in your life, as well.