Our Programs

Garin Tzabar is a unique program, founded in 1991 and run by Tzofim Tzabar Olami, with the support of the Ministry of Immigrant Absorption, The Prime Minister of Israel's office, The Social Security Department, The Jewish Agency For Israel and Masa Israel Journey. Garin Tzabar members are Jewish Americans and children of Israelis living in the Diaspora who choose to move to Israel and serve in the IDF. Upon their arrival in Israel, the group is adopted by the Israel Scouts and placed in a hosting kibbutz, whichquickly becomes their home away from home throughout the duration of their army service. Garin Tzabar creates a group framework of guidance and support for young Jews and Israelis living abroad who choose to return to Israel or make Aliyah for the first time in order to serve a full and meaningful service in the IDF. This is done by a mental and emotional preparation process that starts in the countries of origin and continues with their arrival to Israel and their absorption into the Kibbutzim, Israeli society and through the processes of military pretrial recruitment. The core of the program is carried out during their military service where they continue to live as a group and receive from the group constant guidance and support. 
www.garintzabar.org
 Garin Tzabar main office in NY –
•  garininfo@israelscouts.org / Garin@israelscouts.org
•  (p): +1.212.339.8130 X304/5  )  Garin Tzabar main office in Europe:​garineu@israelscouts.org
 or@israelscouts.org
Phone: +44-(0)2083715285

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

In the year of service program, participants will strengthen their Jewish identity and connection to Israel through a customized year of community service in organizations such as hospitals, schools, kindergartens and NGO’s. A year of helping those who need it most, while living in Israel like a local. Through this groundbreaking program, the participants will strengthen their connection to Israel through hands-on service experiences.

International Phone Numbers: USA (+1) 646-844-7784 UK (+44) 20-3695-2955 Australia (+61) 1800-220-906 Mexico (+52) 55-4161-8811 Israel 052-429-3681

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

Live, Learn and Volunteer in Tel Aviv with Israelis! What is a BINA Gap Year in Israel?

BINA's Gap Year in Israel offers high school graduates a uniquely immersive experience to live in Tel Aviv for 10 months alongside their Israeli peers. Program participants will engage in meaningful social action in the community in which they live, and explore the Jewish bookshelf from a pluralistic and progressive perspective.

Who is BINA? BINA: The Jewish Movement for Social Change strengthens Israel as a democratic and pluralistic society by emphasizing Judaism as a culture and the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam ("repairing the world"). BINA designs and implements programming for Jews from Israel and around the world. Their service-learning programs aim to inspire lifelong appreciation and engagement in education and social justice.

How will I spend my time on BINA Gap Year program? Full of social action, learning, and group life!

You will study, volunteer and live side-by-side with Israelis your age, celebrating Shabbat services and holidays together. You will be placed in a meaningful volunteer assignment based in south Tel Aviv, where you will also be living. Highly experienced counselors and mentors at BINA, with their personal commitment to social justice, will provide close supervision and guidance in each of your volunteer assignments. You will study classical Jewish texts, Jewish philosophy, social justice and Israeli studies, taught by experienced scholars and educators. You will take a role in shaping your year and the year of your fellow group members, being a part of different committees, and planning trips and events all around the country.

How do Israelis fit into the program? BINA's Gap Year participants are integrated into an Israeli mechina, meaning 'preparation' in Hebrew, which is a common year long pre-army program for Israelis after high school. You are encouraged to bring experiences and knowledge from your own community, to share aspects of growing up in the diaspora with your peers who grew up around the globe. While some time is reserved for the international gap cohort only, most days and activities are spent with the Israeli mechina participants to plan activities together, practice Hebrew to improve your understanding, and build lifelong bonds.  

For more information, please contact:

Taylor Kleeman

Admissions and Marketing Coordinator

taylor@bina.org.il

Israel (+972) 52 603 3665

USA (+1) ‪(646) 883-5105

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

The program has 4 modules:

Sherut Leumi

Sherut Leumi is a program of social service, which gives young people the opportunity to work voluntarily in the sectors of society that need it the most. The participants will be able to choose their volunteering program within the areas of health, education and welfare.

Israel Engagement

A space where different topics related to the Israeli-Arab conflict, politics and current affairs are covered. With weekly encounters in the form of talks or trips where the events take place, we will provide training with professionals so the participants can analyze, understand and reach their own conclusions regarding the Israeli society and the Middle East in general.

Courses and Seminars

We offer a series of seminars and courses ranging in topics of leadership and entrepreneurship that are designed to inspire participants about their future after the program.

Fun and Adventure

Participants will get to explore the most beautiful natural landscapes that Israel has to offer and enjoy a wide range day trips, hikes, nature reserves, historical sites and a unique window into other communities and cultures.

Contact: stephaniem@hholamit.org.il

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!