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Israel & World Jewry<br />
Programs and direct investments that<br />
support our connection to our Jewish<br />
community in Israel and overseas.<br />
In <strong>20<strong>18</strong></strong>, the Federation made it possible for 19<br />
teens to go to Israel on Teen Israel Scholarships.<br />
“My footsteps were quite literally<br />
following the path of those who<br />
walked before me, and what was<br />
once just another desert became<br />
a vibrant, living connection to my<br />
Jewish roots.”<br />
—Miriam, Teen Israel Scholarship Recipient<br />
Did you know Teen Israel Scholarships are made<br />
possible by the Federation, the Samis Foundation, and<br />
our generous donors?<br />
HOW we build connections to Israel & World Jewry:<br />
Gathering, celebrating, and educating the community through Israel-focused<br />
community events, like #NWIsraelFest and the Israel at 70 Celebration.<br />
Hosting young emissaries who infuse Israeli life and culture in Jewish Puget Sound.<br />
Providing financial support to Jewish organizations that help Jews in need<br />
around the world, with a total of $6<strong>18</strong>,<strong>12</strong>8 allocated in <strong>20<strong>18</strong></strong>, including<br />
$65,503 earmarked towards local Israel engagement program<strong>min</strong>g.<br />
Sending 19 teens on life-changing, immersive Israel experiences through our<br />
Teen Israel Scholarships.<br />
Supporting our Jewish homeland through Israel advocacy.<br />
Traveling to Israel to have unforgettable experiences and make new friends<br />
through our peer trips!<br />
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