Israel: Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers for Israel
Connects Americans of all ages to Israel through volunteer service. They partner with military and civilian organizations that enable volunteers to work side-by-side with Israelis. www.vfi-usa.org
Jewish Coalition for Service
Geared to younger people, 15 year-olds to adults, the Coalition was created to help expand the field of full-time, hands-on Jewish service. www.jewishservice.org/vol_israel.html
OTZMA
A 10 month program that offers Jewish adults ages 20-26 (college graduates preferred) an opportunity to live and volunteer in Israel in a variety of settings. www.otzma.org
Tikun Olam in Tel Aviv-Jaffa
Offers 22-27 year old English-speaking college graduates the opportunity to spend 5 or 10 months in Tel Aviv or Jaffa volunteering and studying in Community Service and Coexistence projects alongside a community of young Israeli volunteers. www.tikunolamisrael.org
Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago
Offers a variety of Israel experiences, including 10-day trips, summer adventures, and semester or year-long study programs.www.juf.org/israel_experience/default.aspx