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SERVICE PROGRAMS & OPPORTUNITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS IN ISRAEL

Israel offers numerous volunteer opportunities for international participants seeking meaningful service experiences.

This guide outlines a sample of programs ranging from short-term missions to year-long fellowships, catering to diverse interests, backgrounds, and time commitments. Whether you're looking to support humanitarian efforts, engage in community development, or participate in educational initiatives, these programs provide structured ways to contribute while experiencing Israeli culture and society.

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Short-Term Programs

4 DAYS - 2 WEEKS

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Birthright Volunteer Program

For Jewish adults ages 18-50, 8 or 14 day trips that include volunteering in agriculture, packing/distribution, different community-based projects and English teaching.

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JNF 4-Day Missions

Open to adults of all ages and backgrounds. Short, focused volunteer trips centered on agriculture, community development projects rebuilding and more.

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Livnot U'Lehibanot

For Jewish young adults 21-30. Focus on building, restoring and painting in the South and in the North.

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Yahel Custom-Built Programs

Tailored for groups from universities, synagogues, or community organizations. Customized service-learning experiences focusing on community based projects in the South, Center and the North.

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Sar-el

1,2 and 3 week programs assisting on IDF bases for individuals 17 and older from all backgrounds.

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Mid-Length and Long-Term Programs

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Yahel Social Change Fellowship

9 month immersive service learning program based in Lod, Rishon LeZion and Haifa for young adults from all background, ages 22-30. 

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Pioneers for Change - Bina

For international participants 22-35 interested in social change. Five-month program combining volunteer work, Hebrew study, and social justice education.

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VOIS - Volunteer in Israel

Government-sponsored program open to international volunteers 18+. Placements in social welfare, education, and healthcare settings for 5-24 months.

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BBYO Volunteer Israel

This service-based trip to Israel returns to give teens the opportunity to lend a hand where it’s needed most for 13 days and connect with the people of Israel.

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Masa Volunteers

For Jewish adults ages 18-50. Various volunteer tracks ranging from 4 -6 weeks working in a variety of different settings and areas.

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Tikkun Israel

In partnership with Yahel Israel, Tikkun Israel offers teens a 3-week meaningful, hands-on volunteer Jewish experience in Israel.

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Individual Travelers

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Swords of Iron Volunteer Corps

For independent travelers with flexible schedules. Coordinates volunteer placements across Israel in response to current needs, particularly focusing on crisis response and community support.

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International Volunteer Opportunities

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Repair the World 

Repair the World mobilizes Jews and their communities to take action to pursue a just world, igniting a lifelong commitment to service.

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