Campus Initiatives

Through the Caravan for Democracy Student Leadership Mission and the Faculty Fellowship Program in Israel, Jewish National Fund-USA provides non-Jewish student leaders and academics a fully subsidized trip to Israel with the goal of facilitating constructive dialogue about Israel on college campuses across America. Academics are linked to their counterparts at major institutions in Israel to initiate collaboration, and students return to their campuses with a keen understanding of the unique contributions Israel has made to the world. Upon return, students and academics are encouraged to participate in an alumni network and key leaders are targeted for speaking opportunities with JNF-USA donors across the country.

Funding Opportunities

FLIGHT TO ISRAEL: $1,800

Support an academic or student leader’s roundtrip flight to Israel so they may see Israel with their own eyes.

GROUP ACTIVITY:  $2,500

To connect faculty and students with the land and people of Israel, we provide exceptional group activities to broaden their viewpoint, including visits to Yad Vashem and Masada, and a Bedouin hospitality meal.

LAND COST:  $3,600

These programs help develop the correct attitude and ability to speak positively about Israel with clarity and conviction. Land costs include hotels, meals, security and a private bus.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:  $5,000

At the core of both programs is the opportunity to meet Israel’s political, cultural and community leaders. Speakers include Miss Israel Titi Aynaw, Amb. Dan Shapiro, Lt. Col Eyal Dror, and Professors Shari Feldman and Khaled Abu Toameh.

SPONSOR A PARTICIPANT:  $10,000

Participants tour Israel extensively and meet Israelis from all walks of life. The objective is to allow American faculty and student leaders to see the real Israel—not just through the lens of the media.

For other giving levels and donation opportunities for Campus Initiatives, please contact education@jnf.org