MASA Israel Journey : The Gateway to Long-Term Israel Programs is an umbrella organization of over 160 long-term programs in Israel. MASA’s mission is to provide every young Jewish adult around the world with the opportunity to participate in a long-term Israel experience and thereby build a life long relationship with Israel and a firm commitment to Jewish life. All MASA Israel Journey programs provide participants with the opportunity to immerse themselves in Israeli culture and society, grow as a person, gain new skills, learn about Israeli heritage and people, and have experiences that will last a lifetime.
MASA provides universal grants which enables thousands of young adults from the around the world to participate in long term programs in Israel each year. Grants range from 2,000 to 4,500 to every MASA program participant. MASA programs are anywhere from five months to a year in duration and include post high school (GAP year), college and post-college program options. Programs include study abroad academic programs, community service and professional internships.
This year, 2008, MASA Israel Journey is enabling more than 8,000 Jewish young adults to spend a semester or year in Israel. Our program choices truly offer something for everyone.
MASA is joint project of the Government of Israel and the Jewish Agency for Israel. MASA is managed by the "MASA Company Ltd.", an Israel based nonprofit organization located in Jerusalem. The MASA Company oversees all affiliated programs, designs marketing campaigns, provides financial assistance to participants and organizes enrichment programs for participants while in Israel.
Contact information:
Avi Rubel, North America Director
Phone: 212-339-6077
Email: avir@masaisrael.org
Or
Jaclyn Mishal
Phone: 212-339-6077
Email: Jaclynm@jafi.org