Chabad of Uptown Volunteer Mission with Birthright Israel

Israel Needs Us Again. Let’s Go Back.

A community volunteer mission for active adults 18 and up, including those 50+.

After the powerful impact of our previous YJP Houston mission, Chabad of Uptown is organizing another meaningful volunteer mission with Birthright Israel & Mayanot to stand with Israel, support communities affected by the war, and help where help is needed most.

Participants will spend their days volunteering with communities and initiatives in need, while also experiencing Israel’s strength, resilience, and spirit together.

Limited Capacity

Space is limited and volunteer placements are assigned in advance. Registration will close once the group is full.

Apply with Birthright Israel: Mayanot See Steps

Tip: You can apply first and finish payment the same day. Your spot is secured once both Step 1 and Step 2 are completed.

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Step 1 • Birthright Application

Step 2 • Chabad Trip Fee

Step 3 • Finalize Travel

Your spot is secured once both Step 1 and Step 2 are completed.

Application Process

Complete the steps below. We recommend doing Step 1 and Step 2 back to back so your place is held.

Step 1

Birthright

Apply with Birthright and pay $975, or $275 if using your own international flight.

Apply with Birthright Israel: Mayanot

Step 2

Chabad of Uptown

Pay the $500 Chabad trip fee and optional $500 donation for the IDF BBQ event.

Pay Chabad Trip Fee Optional IDF BBQ donation is included on the same page.

Optional $500 donation: BBQ event for IDF soldiers

Step 3

Preparation

Finalize your travel details, book your travel to and from Miami, and get ready for an incredible experience of giving and growth.

Trip Details

✈️ Airline

El Al Israel Airlines

🗓️ Outbound

LY018 • MIA → TLV
Sunday, August 9
Depart MIA 2:30 pm
Arrive TLV 9:30 am, Monday, August 10

🗓️ Return

LY017 • TLV → MIA
Monday, August 17
Depart TLV 12:15 am
Arrive MIA 6:30 am

Important: Participants are responsible for booking their own travel to Miami in time to catch the group El Al flight, and their own return travel from Miami after the trip.

This trip is open to all active adults 18 and older through Chabad of Uptown.

Pricing

Total Cost

Total Cost with El Al group flight from Miami: $1,475

Total reflects Step 1 plus Step 2 with the group flight option. Travel to and from Miami is not included.

What’s Included

El Al round trip group flight from Miami to Tel Aviv
Hotel accommodations with breakfast
Mandatory daily volunteering, four hours per day
Transportation for volunteer activities
Exclusive tours, experiences, and programming

$975 Birthright Contribution Covers

Round trip El Al group flight from Miami to Tel Aviv
Accommodations in Jerusalem with hotel breakfast
Mandatory daily volunteering, four hours per day
Transportation for volunteer activities

$500 Chabad Trip Fee Covers

Exclusive tours and cultural experiences
Deeply impactful visits and discussions
Unforgettable Shabbat meals and programming

Participants must arrange and pay for their own travel to Miami before departure and from Miami after return.

Optional $500 donation: BBQ event for IDF soldiers

Alternative Flight Option

Participants may purchase their own international flight and pay only the $275 Birthright program fee plus the $500 Chabad trip fee.

Reserve Your Spot

Registration closes when the group is full

What Your Days Will Look Like

Morning

Hands on volunteer work supporting communities affected by the war. Work may include packing supplies, agricultural support, rebuilding assistance, and helping local initiatives.

Afternoon

Visits with community leaders, tours and experiences, meaningful discussions, and powerful encounters with individuals and organizations making a difference across Israel.