Am Israel Papayas
Jewish Artists Volunteer Trip

Art, Inspiration, and Israel — All in One Unforgettable Trip

Trip Dates: May 4th–14th | Departing from JFK
Deadline to Register - February 26th
Ages 22-50

Meet Your Trip Leader: Alejandro Glatt

First Mexican artist to send a Papaya to the moon!

Check Out Alejandro's Website Here: http://www.alejandroglatt.com/

Alejandro Glatt is a Mexican-Jewish multidisciplinary artist, known for merging Jewish identity, contemporary culture, and collective creativity. He became the first Mexican Jewish artist to send a papaya to the Moon in 2024, and in 2026 he will send the first Mezuzah to the Moon as part of a new space-art mission.

He has exhibited in 37+ countries, including presenting work at the Louvre Museum in Paris, and is dedicated to building global artistic experiences that celebrate Jewish creativity.

About the Trip

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This trip is for you if you...

Want to give back to Israel through meaningful volunteer placements
Have a passion for art and Israel
Want to learn more about the Israeli art scene and Mediterranean influence
Want to meet fellow art lovers & connect over meaningful experiences

Here's what you can expect on this trip:

During the days, you will volunteer for 4-6 hours. Whether its agricultural volunteering, packing food and supplies for displaced families, or rebuilding local community centers, your impact will be felt in communities across the country. In the afternoons & evenings, you will spend your time exploring the vibrant food scene in Tel Aviv, tasting the best local food Israel has to offer.

Program Cost: $1,120 - $1,760

varies by room type

Triple Occupancy Room $1,120 | Double Occupancy Room $1,360 | Single Room $1,760

Price Breakdown:

$50 Birthright Israel Application Fee + $550 Flight Subsidy (Due with Application Submission)

$520-1,160 Additional Activities/Room Upgrades (Due Once Officially Accepted)

If you are coming from somewhere else in the U.S., you are responsible for paying for your own domestic flights (and ensuring that it arrives in time to make the group flight). This trip is available for Jewish adults ages 26-50.

Tour Educator Gratuity

Per Birthright Israel Volunteer guidelines, all volunteer programs kindly request participants to prepare a $50 tip, which will be collected for our amazing Tour Educators!

Pricing Information

What is included?

✈️ Roundtrip group flights
🌆 Central Tel Aviv location + 1 unforgettable overnight stay in the North
🏨 Comfortable 3-star hotels with daily breakfast
🍽️ A special group dinner featuring authentic Ethiopian cuisine
🍷 A winery visit with a delicious lunch
🛍️ A flavorful Shuk HaCarmel tasting tour
👩‍🍳 Hands-on Citrus + Salt cooking class
🕊️ A meaningful guided visit to the Nova site
🚌 Private transportation to and from all volunteer sites
💛 Comprehensive health insurance
📚 Engaging educational & social programs to inspire and connect
🤝 Opportunities to meet and bond with local Israelis throughout your journey
🙌 Dedicated support staff with you every step of the way

*The ages may appear different on the application but you can proceed as long as you are between the ages of 22-50.

View a sample itinerary.

Volunteer Trip FAQs

Notes about registration:

*If you are having Issues registering, making an account or anything else, please send a screenshot of your issue to info@goyael.com so we can help. We also recommend clearing caches, cookies and trying incognito mode if you're having trouble.

*Please note that selecting the $50 payment on the application means you have selected to book your own flights to/from Israel. If you plan to join the group flight, please pay the full $600.