Join Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta for an unforgettable Community Journey to Israel, January 27 to February 2, 2027.
Experience Israel through the people, places and stories that bring the country to life. Stand side by side with our community in Israel, see firsthand the impact of Federation’s work, and deepen your connection to global Jewish peoplehood through meaningful encounters with the people and families of Israel.
Choose the Community Journey, or eligible Major Donors can begin the experience three days earlier with an intimate Pre-Journey offering extraordinary access to people, places and experiences beyond the main itinerary.
Major Donor Pre-Journey + Community Journey: January 24 to February 2, 2027
Israel
Payment 1: $1000 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration.
Payment 2: Due December 1, 2026, see below for cost breakdown.
Highlights
Experience Israel from multiple perspectives, through its people, communities, history, culture and the relationships that connect Jewish Atlanta to Israel.
- VIP tour of ANU Museum of the Jewish People
- Israeli Culinary Challenge – visit Tel Aviv’s innovative Cooking Studio
- Visit Kibbutz Nahal Oz, our partner community on the Gaza border and the Nova Festival site
- Tasting at Oren Winery, founded in memory of family member killed on October 7th
- Walking tour in Jerusalem’s old city
- Visit the Lebanon border and explore the evolving security landscape along the northern border
- An Evening with the IDF, a behind-the scenes look at daily life of those that protect Israel
- Yokneam Megiddo: Exploring the impact of partnership and connection
Highlights & Eligibility
Begin your journey three days early with an intimate experience created for Major Donors, featuring extraordinary access, distinctive accommodations and opportunities to experience Israel from a perspective beyond the main itinerary.
Pre-Journey experiences include:
- Discover the Lod Mosaic and one of Israel’s most remarkable archaeological finds.
- Go behind the scenes at the Marcus National Blood Services Center to see how innovation, preparedness and philanthropy are helping save lives across Israel.
- Meet acclaimed Israeli artist Michal Rovner for a personal look at Israel through art and creativity.
- Experience Six Senses Shaharut, a spectacular desert resort surrounded by the dramatic landscape of the Negev.
- Visit Kibbutz Yotvata and connect with the people, stories and traditions of kibbutz life in the Arava.
Who is eligible for the Pre-Journey?
The Major Donor Pre-Journey is available to existing Major Donors and donors who commit to increasing their annual household gift to the Major Donor level of $10,000 or more.
Community Journey
January 27–February 2, 2027
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required at registration.
The remaining journey cost of $4,200 is due December 1, 2026.
Major Donor Pre-Journey + Community Journey
January 24–February 2, 2027
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required at registration.
The remaining journey cost of $9,200 per person is due December 1, 2026.
Available to eligible Major Donors, those giving $10,000 or more to FY27 annual campaign.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Participants requiring a hotel the evening on 1/26 will be in addition to registration cost for journey (for those arriving early for the Community Journey)
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There is an additional cost for single rooms which will be collected during final payment. For the Community Journey it will be $1,386 and for the Major Donor Pre-Journey Plus Community Journey it will be $2,820.
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Flight cost is not included.
For Community Journey: January 27 to February 2, 2027
- EL AL LY28 depart 1/26 Newark 1:15pm – Arrive at 6:30am Tel Aviv on 1/27
- EL AL 25 depart 2/3 12:05am – 5:05am Newark
For Major Donor Pre-Journey + Community Journey: January 24 to February 2, 2027
- EL AL LY 26 depart 1/23 Newark 9:50pm – 3:05pm Tel Aviv on 1/24
- EL AL 25 depart 2/3 12:05am – 5:05am Newark
Please confirm that your passport is valid for six months from date of return.
“How fit do I have to be?” The answer is simple: You do not have to be an athlete in any way, shape or form. However, we will be walking a lot.
Debbie Kurzweil, Co-Chair
Jennifer Korach, Co-Chair
Debbie Kuniansky, Board Chair
Carolyn Oppenheimer, 2027 Campaign Chair
Avery Kastin, 2027 Campaign Vice Chair
Renee Kutner, President & CEO