The 2024 program cost this year is approximately $6,200 per participant.  Thanks to the generosity of Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester and our partners and supporters we are able to offer a significantly reduced rate. The cost to families is $2,000 per participant.

• Students between the ages of 14-25 are eligible for a one-time Gift of Israel grant of $540 from The Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester.
• The Federation additionally provides needs-based scholarships.

For more information about these scholarship opportunities, please contact Marissa Barashi at  mbarashi@jewishrochester.org.

In addition to Federation opportunities, please be in touch with your affiliated synagogue to inquire about additional subsidies they may have.

The IsraelNow Rochester trip cancellation timeline is as follows:  

Cancellation on or Before October 31, 2023

A family that gives Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester written notice of cancellation on or before October 31, 2023 and completes the IsraelNow withdrawal form will be eligible for a full refund, including the deposit.

Cancellation between November 1, 2023 – December 7, 2023  

A family that gives Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester written notice of cancellation between November 1, 2023 – December 7, 2023 and completes the IsraelNow withdrawal form, will be eligible for a refund of all money paid less $500.

Cancellation on or after December 8, 2023 

No refunds will be granted after December 8, 2023. A family must still complete and submit the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester withdrawal form to formally withdraw from the program.

Parents may use our school letter to help explain the IsraelNow program and educational experience to share with schools and teachers.

The Rochester community offers a multitude of ways to stay engaged upon return, which range from participating in a Jewish band (JROCband) to participating in the Zikaron program.  Find your perfect fit at https://www.jewishrochester.org/teenprogramming or contact Rachel Kest at rkest@jewishrochester.org for more information.