Funding Opportunities
Each year, MASA Israel Journey enables young Jewish adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to spend five to 12 months in Israel on a long-term internship, volunteer or academic program by providing more than 160 programs that fit the different needs and interests of each individual. Since 2003, MASA has been a catalyst in developing new and exciting, quality programs which express the multi-faceted experience of Israel and has offered grants and scholarships to help defray the cost of a truly unique Israel experience.
All MASA participants are eligible for a universal grant and a needs-based scholarship. Apply today!
The Alisa Flatow Memorial Scholarship Fund is dedicated to the memory of Alisa Flatow, a 20-year-old student studying in Israel who was murdered in a terrorist attack near the settlement of Kfar Darom on April 9, 1995. The Fund was established to encourage others to follow in Alisa's footsteps in the full-time pursuit of traditional Jewish studies at schools in the State of Israel.
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The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund is unique in that it provides grants only to individuals, young adults who volunteer or intern in progressive social action projects of their own choosing.
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The Gilman Scholarship Program provides awards for U.S. undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a two-year or four-year college or university to participate in study abroad programs worldwide.
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The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund provides grants to students actively working for peace and justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to those able to do academic work at the university level and who are part of the progressive movement on the campus and in the community.
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The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to “increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries.”
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Reich scholarships are awarded each year to a limited number of American students and college graduates who choose to study at one of several designated Israeli universities or attend post-college long-term programs. The scholarship seeks to recognize candidates who have demonstrated academic excellence, pro-Israel activity in their personal lives and show a commitment to future involvement with the Jewish and Zionist community. Preference is given to candidates who decide to spend the full year in Israel.
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The Ambassadorial Scholarships looks to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries and geographical areas. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies.
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The rael & Overseas department of United Jewish Communities seeks to answer the critical needs of the Jewish people in Israel and around the world, working with partners to provide basic human services and create connections that help sustain and offer hope to the weakest of our people. Contact this office (as well as your local Jewish Federation) for information on grant opportunities.
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The Wisam Khamees Scholarship Fund for Arabs and Jews is dedicated to supporting Israelis – both Arabs and Jews alike – in their pursuit of higher education. The fund is the only Israeli organization to award scholarships for higher education to both Arabs and Jews, symbolizing its commitment to promoting academic advancement as well as equality and co-existence in Israel.
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Contact synagogues in your area. Rabbis often have additional funds set aside for young adults and/or Israel travel. For a list of synagogues in your area, click here.
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