Welcome

 

Background: The See Galilee program is a highly subsidized opportunity available to a select group of up to 8 highly motivated candidates between the ages of 21 and 28 who demonstrate a desire and capability to have an impact in the Galilee.  The participants will travel Israel, receive Ulpan training, be connected with warm and friendly host families, meet Israeli peers, and receive education regarding issues and current events affecting the Jewish community in the United States and Israel.  A key component to the program is the 8 part Social Entrepreneur Empowerment (SEE) program where participants will gain insight, training and inspiration from successful Israeli Social Entrepreneurs impacting life in the Galilee.  Participants will be encouraged and nurtured to develop and pursue their own entrepreneurial passions by volunteering in friendly and welcoming communities in the periphery of Israel. 


Program Highlights:

 

1. Volunteering opportunities matched with the Passion of the participants. Recent volunteer placements have included:

 

  • Teaching a cooking class with raw and organic foods.
  • Coaching a young girls basketball team. The first of its kind in Shlomi.
  • Organic farming.
  • Teaching in the School for Gifted and Outstanding school in Shlomi.

 

2. Intensive Social Entrepreneur Empowerment Program (SEE) 

 

3. Very affordable price.

 

4. Live and experience the “Real Life” in Israel by being immersed in a small, warm, caring and inviting community.

 

 

See Galilee Program Components and Benefits

 
All participants of the See  Galilee program get to enjoy the following core components and benefits:
 
Low Tuition

When factoring in plane reimbursement and a monthly stipend, at a cost of only $1,500, this program is lower than most of any 5 month programs in Israel.

Flight Reimbursement

The program will reimburse the participant up to $2,000 of the cost of travel to Israel after 90 days of successful participation of the program.

Monthly Stipend

Participants will receive $200 stipend a month.

Meaningful Service Opportunities

Participants will choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities according to their skills, background and interests. 

Transportation

Participants will receive a transportation stipend for program related travel expenses in the north.

Trips & Special Excursions

Participants will enjoy educational excursions throughout Israel - exploring Israel's truly unique cities through 10 days of trips.

Host Families

Participants are offered to be paired with an Israeli host family with whom they can enjoy Holidays, Shabbat dinners and family outings.

Educational Enrichments

Participants will learn about a variety of topics related to Israel including culture, history, politics, religion and current events and social entrepreneurship.

 

 

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