Israel Leadership & Fundraising Fellows Program

The Israel Experience

The Fellowship begins with six months at Jewish National Fund-USA's state-of-the-art Muss Campus in Be'er Sheva.

During this immersive experience, Fellows will:

Explore Israel through travel, study, and experiential learning
Meet visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and changemakers
Gain a deeper understanding of Zionism and contemporary Israel
Volunteer in communities throughout the country
Celebrate Shabbat with local families and experience Israeli daily life
Participate in leadership seminars and professional development workshops
Receive hands-on training in fundraising, communications, and nonprofit management
This experience is designed to create not only stronger professionals, but more informed and passionate Jewish leaders.

Professional Development

After successfully completing the Israel portion of the program, selected Fellows may continue into a one-year, full-time fundraising position with Jewish National Fund-USA.

Working alongside seasoned professionals, Fellows will gain practical experience in:

Major gifts fundraising
Donor engagement and stewardship
Event strategy and execution
Campaign planning
Prospect research
Community engagement
Leadership development
Team collaboration and management

By the end of the program, Fellows will have developed the skills, confidence, and professional network to pursue long-term careers in fundraising and philanthropy, with opportunities for continued growth in nonprofit leadership and Jewish communal service.

Who Should Apply?

This Fellowship is ideal for individuals who:

Are passionate about Israel and the Jewish people
Want their career to have purpose and meaning
Are genuinely interested in building a long-term career in fundraising and Jewish communal service
Enjoy building relationships and working with people
Aspire to become future leaders in the Jewish communal world
Are eager to live, learn, and grow in Israel
Are seeking a profession that aligns with their values