"As One CommUNITY"Trip to Israel February 24- March 3, 2026
Join the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond and the Jewish Federation & Foundation of Northeast Florida for an exciting and memorable trip to Israel.
Choose tracks (special days) like:Israel for 1st TimersInterfaithIsrael Food & CuisineGeopolitics & HistoryHigh Tech &InnovationOutdoor Adventures
What's Included:Transportation to and from airport for preferred flights (airfare not included)3 nights in Jerusalem2 Nights Tel Aviv2 Nights in HaderaAll breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners including wineAll programs, special events, and visitsFull time guide plus concierge services for all of your travel and onsite needsFull time Security Tips
Costs:Total: $4,495 (double occupancy, land only) - airfare not included Single Supplement $1580.
Original cost: $5,495
$1000 subsidy per person*We are grateful for the support from the Sherry Rose Mission Fund of the Richmond Jewish Foundation which will help defray the costs of the mission.
Suggested FlightsMonday, Feb 23El Al 28Newark to Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion Airport)Departs 1:15 PM
Wednesday, Mar 4El Al 25Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion Airport) to NewarkDeparts 12:05 AM
Or
Wednesday, Mar 4El Al 27Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion Airport) to NewarkDeparts 1 AM
Things to know:
Every participant will have an opportunity to make a gift to Federation's Annual Campaign.
As of August 2024, all travelers to Israel must have a valid visa or ETA-IL approval - to complete the process visit - https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/
If you would like to upgrade your hotel room or extend your stay please contact your local Federation.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended, but not required. We are unable to recommend or purchase travel insurance for participants.Final payment due January 16, 2026
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel your trip, the following cancellation policies will apply:
31+ days before departure: refund of the price of the trip minus the $500 non-refundable deposit.
15-30 days before departure: refund of the price of the trip minus $1000.
14 days or less before departure: No refund is available as expense for the trip have already been incurred.
In the unlikely event that Federation needs to cancel the trip, participants will receive a full refund of all payments made. We will also offer alternative dates if possible.
For more information or questions please contact:
Sara Rosenbaum - 804-545-8629 or [email protected]
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Note: If you select this option, an additional $1761 will be added to the total cost of the mission.
I do hereby give the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond my consent and agree as follows:
I agree that the Federations may use my photo in different media platforms, including, but not limited to, digital and printed media, marketing materials, etc. I agree that Federation may use any photo of mine, including, but not limited to, images of me (sent by me or uploaded to social media by me), including videos, interviews, and photos from events in which I participated in through this mission.
My consent, as detailed above, is not limited in time. However, I reserve the right that I may request, at any time, that a photo/video will not be used - provided that I give Federation reasonable time (depending on the type of publication) to remove them from its publications.
Payment
Deposit plus credit card fees: