Volunteer with Project TEN
http://tenprogram.org
The Jewish Agency's new Project TEN ("ten" is the Hebrew word for "give") brings together Jewish young adults from Israel and around the world to spend three months working and learning together in vulnerable communities throughout the globe. While performing meaningful service projects that promote sustainable development, the volunteers participate in a unique, immersive service-learning framework that highlights Jewish values.
Project TEN creates a triple win: For the populations in need, who benefit from volunteers, resources, and know-how; for the participants, who form a lasting bond as members of the global Jewish family and, together, explore their Jewish heritage; and for Jewish communities worldwide, each of which benefits from international relationship-building, the cross-pollination of pluralistic ideas, and the creation of Jewish and Israeli goodwill ambassadors. Read more
Volunteer for Israel-Sarel:
www.sar-el.org
Volunteers significantly aid Israel's economy. Their service save the government millions of shekels each year in salaries that would have to be paid to reservists and others who would have to take up the burden of tasks that our volunteers are able to perform. Wouldn't you like to spend two or three weeks living and working alongside Israelis, at an army base or in a hospital? Join Volunteers for Israel and get an insider's view of the culture and lifestyle of Israel. Be a part of this exciting and important humanitarian experience! During the program, in addition to work assignments, cultural and educational programs are offered. One or two excursions will also be included, situation permitting.
Magen David Adom Ambulance Volunteer Program
Spend two incredibly exciting and satisfying months, gaining hands on first-aid and emergency-care experience in Israel. The Magen David Adom (Israeli Ambulance Corps) provides first-aid services throughout Israel and works with its volunteers to provide effective initial treatment. The MDA Volunteer Program, run in conjunction with the Jewish Agency, allows you to be part of this mission. It gives university students an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience, giving first-aid care, while experiencing "real life" in Israel.
The program begins with an eight day first-aid training course in English run by Magen David Adom. During this week participants learn subjects as basic anatomy and physiology, CPR, trauma, injuries, shock management, emergency management of acute illnesses and much more. Following the successful completion of the training course, participants are placed in MDA stations all over Israel, where they work as ambulance volunteers side by side with Israeli volunteers and staff. Additional activities include a guided tour, and a three day educational seminar. The program, including the training course and the volunteer period runs for a period of 6-8 weeks and is offered several times a year. On completion of the program, participants receive certification as "Certified First Responders" from Magen David Adom.
Fire-fighters for Israel
Get “fired up” for an incredible month of hands-on firefighting experience in Israel! The Jewish Agency for Israel and The Israeli Fire and Rescue Commission are initiating a new exciting opportunity, which allows overseas volunteers to join the team of Israeli firefighters and lend a hand as they secure the country’s neighborhoods and countrysides. This program offers young adults an opportunity to explore Israel, while making a meaningful contribution to the country. The program begins with a three-day opening seminar and training course in English run by The Israeli Fire and Rescue Commission. Following the seminar, participants are placed in local Firefighter Stations throughout Israel, where they work as volunteer firefighters alongside Israeli volunteers and staff. A guided tour of Israel is also included. The program, including the training course and the volunteer period, spans one month and is offered several times a year.
Livnot U'lehibanot:
www.livnot.com
The concept of a Jew's responsibility to his or her fellow Jew is not just a phrase at Livnot. In Israel, it is estimated that one in four Israelis live under the poverty line. These people struggle to meet their daily needs, and Livnot volunteers are there to help.Volunteers assist Israeli organizations in such projects as soup kitchens, packing and delivering food packages, and clothing distribution. Without volunteers, these organizations would not be able to serve the thousands of needy Israelis who rely on them for assistance.
Amirim - Summer Volunteering Program
www.amirimisrael.com
Amirim is a summer volunteer program in Israel for college students and young professionals ages 18-27. An opportunity to contribute to Israeli society through meaningful volunteer service inJerusalem or Bat Yam, a suburb of Tel Aviv. You will volunteer four days per week at a non-profit organization in a field of your interest such as: Archeology, Civil and Human Rights, The Elderly, Environment, Immigrant Communities, Jewish-Arab co-existence, Jewish Pluralism, LGBT Community, Ecology, Migrant Workers and Refugees, Nature Reserves and Parks, Women's Rights, Victims of Terrorism etc. During the other days, enjoy trips, camping, insightful speakers and learning opportunities. Make friends, expand your global network and build your resume. Amirim participants live in apartments with other young Jewish adults from around the world, you can choose from 4-week and 8-week options.