The IsraelNow program fee is all-inclusive, including airfare. The trip is subsidized by both Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and the IsraelNow Education Foundation. The total subsidized price per participant is $2,400. (Total Cost: $7,850)

Yes, need based-scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Sonya Basseri [email protected] for details.

• IsraelNow Seattle will collect a $500 nonrefundable deposit at the time of registration.
• IsraelNow Seattle will collect the balance of $1900 by Sept 22nd, 2026 
• If IsraelNow cancels the trip for any reason, at any point before departure, parents/guardians will receive a full refund, including the deposit.

• IsraelNow Seattle trip cancellation timeline is as follows:  

  IsraelNow Seattle collects a $500 nonrefundable deposit at the time of registration. If IsraelNow cancels the trip for any reason, at any point before departure, parents/guardians will receive a full refund, including the deposit.

  Cancellation on or before September 22, 2026
  By giving Jewish Federation of Seattle written notice of cancellation on or before September 22, 2026, a participant will be eligible for a full refund of $1900 (price minus the non-refundable deposit)

  Cancellation after September 22, 2026
  No refunds will be granted after September 22, 2026. You must still submit written notice to Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle to formally withdraw from the program.

Please click here for a letter explaining the IsraelNow program and the educational experience to share with your school’s principal and teachers.  If you would like a letter personalized with the participant’s name please email Sonya Basseri [email protected] 

• Yes! As a part of building our IsraelNow community and getting to know your teen, there are three pre-trip teen  orientations for all  participants. You can find these dates on the specific trip timeline after you register. Parents/guardians are expected to attend the 3rd orientation with their teen.
  
  
• There is also a reunion following the trip, which is a great way to stay connected to IsraelNow friends.
  • Orientation  1= Tuesday December 1st  6-8PM  
  • Orientation 2= Tuesday January 4th  6-8PM 
  • Orientation 3= Tuesday February 9th  7-9PM 
    
    Location for Orientation will be provided closer to the dates via email

As you start high school, we want to help you stay connected! In the short term, you can continue your involvement through organizations in the community like Synagogue youth groups, BBYO, Jewish Student Union, and local summer camps.