Join us for an adventure with IsraelNow!
Explore Israel with other Jewish 8th graders from Seattle and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
Sign up for an upcoming info session below to learn more.
February 14-23, 2027*
*subject to change based on flights
$2,400 per child*
*The IsraelNow program fee is all-inclusive, including airfare, and is subsidized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and the IsraelNow Education Foundation. Additional need-based scholarships are available.
Explore Israel with other Jewish 8th graders from Washington state
Registration is now open
Get a Taste of What to Expect
IsraelNow trips are packed with different opportunities to get immersed in Jewish culture and history and connect with Israelis and the land.
Heritage
Visit historical sites and museums.
Culture
Explore cities such as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and the breadth of diverse Israeli culture.
Community
Make friends with Israelis and engage in social justice projects.
Explore
Hike through the beautiful landscape of Israel and swim in the Dead Sea.
Interested In Learning More?
Join us for one of the upcoming IsraelNow info sessions:
August 27, 2026: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
All 8th-graders in Washington state who identify as Jewish are eligible to participate in the IsraelNow program.
Yes, need based-scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Sonya Basseri, Leadership and Israel Program Manager, at sonyab@jewishinseattle.org for details.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
The balance of $1,900 is due by September 22, 2026.
If IsraelNow cancels the trip for any reason, at any point before departure, parents/guardians will receive a full refund, including the $500 deposit.
Cancellation on or before September 22, 2026
By giving the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle a written notice of cancellation on or before September 22, 2026, a participant will be eligible for a full refund of $1,900 (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, Leadership and Israel Program Manager, at sonyab@jewishinseattle.org.
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 1, 2026: 6–8 pm
Orientation 2: Tuesday, January 4, 2027: 6–8 pm
Orientation 3: Tuesday, February 9, 2027: 7–9 pm
Location for the orientation will be provided closer to the dates via email to registered participants.
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 such as synagogue youth groups, BBYO, Jewish Student Union, and local summer camps.
Frequently Asked Questions
All 8th-graders in Washington state who identify as Jewish are eligible to participate in the IsraelNow program.
Yes, need based-scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Sonya Basseri, Leadership and Israel Program Manager, at sonyab@jewishinseattle.org for details.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
The balance of $1,900 is due by September 22, 2026.
If IsraelNow cancels the trip for any reason, at any point before departure, parents/guardians will receive a full refund, including the $500 deposit.
Cancellation on or before September 22, 2026
By giving the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle a written notice of cancellation on or before September 22, 2026, a participant will be eligible for a full refund of $1,900 (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, Leadership and Israel Program Manager, at sonyab@jewishinseattle.org.
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 1, 2026: 6–8 pm
Orientation 2: Tuesday, January 4, 2027: 6–8 pm
Orientation 3: Tuesday, February 9, 2027: 7–9 pm
Location for the orientation will be provided closer to the dates via email to registered participants.
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 such as synagogue youth groups, BBYO, Jewish Student Union, and local summer camps.
Questions?
Contact Sonya Basseri, Leadership and Israel Program Manager, at sonyab@jewishinseattle.org.
