For Israel & Oversees
Teen Israel Experiences
A meaningful experience in Israel during the teen years can make a lasting impact for years to come.
Israel Bound
Our flagship three-week summer teen trip open to St. Louis-area students and Camp Sabra participants continues to be one of the most popular trips for St. Louis teens and young adults who want to travel to Israel. It aims to help teens explore their Jewish identity, deepen their connection to Israel, and build lifelong friendships. From floating in the Dead Sea, to climbing Masada at sunrise, the itinerary is packed with iconic experiences, plus unique highlights like home hospitality in our partnership region, geo-political briefings, and a night under the stars in the Negev Desert.
More information about our 2026 cohort coming soon
- Teens can experience Israel with their friends from school/synagogue
- Pre-trip meetings allow for proper orientation and group bonding before we depart
- Post-trip reunions allow for proper processing of the experience and continued social connection with trip participants
- Local staff you can trust and meet in person prior to the trip
National Trips for Teens
Hike, climb, discover, and explore Israel’s history with teens from near and far. Return home with endless personal accomplishments, meaningful memories, and stories you’ll never forget. Tap into our vast network of opportunities from across the nation.
High School Academic Programs
Continue your academic studies as you experience your “classroom without walls,” the land of Israel. Over 3,000 years of history will come alive as you travel throughout the country with this hands-on approach to learning. Half and full semester options are available.
Gap Year Programs
Consider spending five months to a year in Israel while earning college credit. Nothing else can put a lifetime of Jewish education into context as well as a long-term Israel program in which you can unpack your bags, study, volunteer and experience the country in an authentic, genuine way.
Subsidies are available through MASA, a joint project of the Jewish Agency for Israel.
Teen Merit Based Scholarship to Israel
The Stuart I. Pessin merit-based grant awards four St. Louis teens $1500 toward their Israel experience.
Passport to Israel
We help make travel accessible for families and young adults through need-based and incentive-based scholarships and grants, as well as long-term investment opportunities to ease the cost of a quality Israel experience. We offer long-term savings programs and rolling travel grants. Our support ensures cost isn’t a barrier to these life-shaping experiences. Teens and young adults are eligible to apply for grants toward trips lasting two or more weeks.
