The IsraelNow program fee is all-inclusive, including airfare. The actual cost of the trip is approximately $6,200 per teen. Cleveland participants’ fee is $1,150. We can offer this significantly reduced rate thanks to the generosity of The Jewish Federation of Cleveland, The JEC, our partners, and supporters.

GIFT OF ISRAEL SAVING PROGRAM: If teens are enrolled in The Jewish Federation’s “Gift of Israel” Savings Program they can use their funds to reduce the cost of IsraelNow. For more information visit here.

NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIP: Families with greater financial need may apply for a scholarship AFTER completing the IsraelNow application by contacting Lisa Goodman at lgoodman@jecc.org. All Scholarship applications are discrete. In addition, please be in touch with your affiliated synagogue to inquire about additional subsidies they may have.

Cancellation on or Before October 15, 2023
A family that gives the JEC a written notice of cancellation on or before October 15, 2023, and completes the IsraelNow withdrawal form will be eligible for a full refund,

Cancellation between October 16, 2023-November 19, 2023
A family that gives the JEC a written notice of cancellation between October 16, 2023-November 19, 2023 and completes the IsraelNow withdrawal form , will be eligible for a refund of $500.

Cancellation after November 19, 2023
No refunds will be granted after November 19, 2023. A family must still complete and submit the IsraelNow withdrawal form  to formally withdraw from the program.

Yes! There will be a minimum of 5 meetings that will take place on Sundays afternoon during November-March. Participation in the Pre-trip meetings is Mandatory. In addition, there will be two orientation meetings for parents and teens before the trip. Please see our timeline here.

There will be 5 post-trip follow-up activities that will take place during April- May.
Participation in the post-engagement activities is mandatory.

 Please see our timeline here.

If you have a conflict, please contact Lisa Goodman at lgoodman@jecc.org. 

Parents may use our letter to help explain the IsraelNow program and educational experience that can be shared with schools and teachers. Please click here to view. 

Yes! We would love to have Jewish friends going together and recommend you do!

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