2025 Israel Teen Travel Grant Application

2026 Israel Teen Travel Grant Application

Jewish Federation is committed to inspiring the next generation to embrace Jewish life by connecting Jews in the heart of NJ with the land and people of Israel. Visiting Israel during the formative teen years can ignite feelings of belonging like no other experience. To make Israel travel for teens more affordable, Jewish Federation awards $1000 grants to eligible teens.
Eligibility Requirements
Please read carefully:
1. Scholarship recipients will reside in Middlesex or Monmouth County, entering 9th – 12th grade, and will be eligible to receive this scholarship one time only.
2. Eligible programs are tuition-based, organized Zionist youth trips to Israel, at least 3 weeks long, that may include visits to other countries such as Eastern Europe. (Length of trip requirement does not apply to students registered for International March of the Living)
3. Families raising Jewish children are eligible to apply.
4. Scholarship recipients agree to ALL requirements mentioned in the "teen personal commitment for Federation grant" section below.
5. A refundable deposit of $250 must be submitted upon completion of the application.
6. If a scholarship is awarded, payment is made directly to the program provider.
7. Recipients traveling during the summer may also apply for The Anne and Herbert Goldstein Fund for Summer Youth Travel, an additional $1,000 competitive grant (See BELOW).
8. Priority will be given to applicants who have never been to Israel on an educational trip and/or lived in Israel past the age of 12.
*What is the deposit for:
- We ask you for a deposit because we want to make sure the participant is committed to "tikkun olam" (repair the world) by fulfilling the mentioned requirements.
- The deposit will be refunded after the participant fulfills all the requirements mentioned in the "teen personal commitment for Federation grant" section below.
- The deposit will also be refunded in case of trip cancellation initiated by the participant, organizer, or for any other reason.
- Pay it forward: you can choose to donate your refundable $250 deposit to help others experience Israel.
- Options on how to pay the deposit are included in the confirmation email.
***ALL APPLICATIONS FOR WINTER PROGRAMS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY DECEMBER 31, 2025***

***ALL APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY May 31, 2026 ***

Decisions will be made after the above deadlines and checks to program providers will be sent shortly after.

Questions? Contact Emily Appledorf: emilya@jewishheartnj.org, 732.588.1838
General Information
Applicant Last Name*
Applicant First Name*
Applicant Email*
example@example.com
Current Grade*
Parent/Guardian Main Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Main Contact Email*
example@example.com
Name of Program You Will Be Attending*
Program Start Date*

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Date
Program End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Please upload proof of enrollment*

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Applicant Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Applicant Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Applicant Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Applicant Gender (not required to answer)
Name of school you attend*
Congregation Affiliation (If Applicable)
Have you previously received a scholarship from the Jewish Federation?*
Have you been to Israel on an educational trip? If yes, please provide name of program and travel dates.*
Have you ever lived in Israel? If yes, how old where you when you moved to the US?*
Please List Your Extra-Curricular & Community Service Activities (if applicable)
Program Address to send payment. (US address only).*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Program Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Program Contact Person*
Program Email Address*
example@example.com
Cost of Prgram*
Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian #1
Name

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
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Occupation*
Parent/Guardian #2
Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Occupation
Essay #1

Briefly describe your trip (program goals) and personal reasons for participating.
Upload essay #1*

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Essay #2 (optional-summer programs only)

The Anne and Herbert Goldstein Fund for Summer Youth Travel is an optional, additional$1,000 competitive grant. Through this fund, the Goldstein’s legacy of love for Israel will continue to enhance young lives, providing teens with the chance to further connect with their heritage, develop a deeper pride in their Judaism and strengthen their bond with Israel. Please include an additional essay stating why you should receive this grant.
E-Signature of Participant*

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Teen Personal Commitment for Federation Grant
In accepting the support of my community to help pay for my trip to Israel, I agree to:
1. Attend a pre-trip session facilitated by Jewish Federation. (If relevant, details will be provided).
2. Perform local community service. (Relevant details will be provided).
3. Participate in ONE phonathon along with at least one parent/guardian and help the Federation raise money for grants, teen programs, and much more, by making phone calls to donors (training will be provided).
4. Share my experience with the community by uploading a real-time video from Israel or submitting a video or written reflection within 14 days upon return from my trip. Please thank Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ in your video or written submission. (Upload location will be provided).
5. Strengthen my knowledge and understanding of my Jewish heritage.
6. Behave in a manner that reflects positively on my home community.
Date*

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E-Signature of Participant*

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Date*

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Please pay the $250 deposit before submitting application

PAY DEPOSIT

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Optional donation to Jewish Federation

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2026 Israel Teen Travel Grant Application

Eligibility Requirements

General Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian #1

Parent/Guardian #2

Essay #1

Essay #2 (optional-summer programs only)

Teen Personal Commitment for Federation Grant