The mission dates are Tuesday, Nov. 28th-Dec. 3rd, ending in the evening, for flights after 11 pm.

• Unity – Get a first-hand experience of the unity and the Israelis stepping up across-the-board to volunteer on the ground in Israel.
• Support – Get an opportunity for meaningful volunteerism, taking action to make a difference for Momentum sisters and brothers in their time of distress.
• Build Ambassadors – Gain and craft practical ideas, calls to action, to share with your communities and to the Momentum global movement.
• Presence – Deepen your capacity to be present with the pain of another and offer comfort.
• Relationships – foster relationships to help carry us through this difficult time

This is an opportunity to stand in solidarity with Israel. Momentum’s alumnae, Jewish fathers, who are willing to strengthen Israel and its people at this dire time are invited.

No, this is open to interested individuals and applications will be processed as they are received.

If you have not been on a Momentum trip before, you are invited to apply too. This trip does not have the same eligibility criteria as Momentum trips so parents with kids older than the Momentum demographic or more strongly affiliated with their Jewish observance can apply.

Israel is at war, and this is foremost in planning every element of this mission. Security will be our constant priority, and guards will be with the group throughout the mission. We will have security clearance for all planned programs.

$2,950, excluding airfare.

• 5 nights at a premium hotel, double occupancy
• All programs and site visits
• Kosher meals
• Airport transfers and air-conditioned motor coach throughout the program.
• All tips and gratuities.
• Single supplement will be an additional charge.

• Visit areas and sites impacted by the current war and connect with Israeli residents.
• Make a difference by meaningful volunteering each day, strengthening IDF soldiers, families of evacuees and more.
• Meet Momentum Israel brothers and hear their personal stories.
• Take in spiritual inspiration from Momentum Educators and inspiring guest speakers
• Gain and craft practical ideas on how you can help, to share with your families and communities back home.

The hotels for the trip will be in Jerusalem, and any travel during the day will start and return to Jerusalem.

• If Momentum cancels the trip, the fees are fully reimbursed.
• Flight arrangements are between the individual and the airline operator.

Limited scholarships to subsidize program.
Fathers of Lone Soldiers integrated on bus.
Program will not include any arranged reunions with their children serving in the IDF.

Yes, there will be women’s mission and men’s mission running on the same dates.

There is no mandatory requirement to attend a follow up program, like a Year of Growth, but we expect every participant to take the ideas, information, and inspiration back to their own community in order to make a difference.

These will be emotionally intensive, long days that include active volunteer programs.

This mission will be for English speakers. Participants from countries where English is not the primary language can join as long as they speak English fluently and are aware that all content throughout the mission will be offered in English.

Absolutely. Needs are changing swiftly. Momentum is coordinating with groups in need of equipment and will be sending a list to all participants with the specific items to bring. Please wait for instructions from Momentum before purchasing anything so that we can be sure that all items can be received and distributed within Israel. Please note, that Momentum will allow participants to bring a 2nd duffle bag with gifts and donations.

• Yes, all participants need to purchase a travel insurance policy of their choice. It’s important to be aware of what the policy includes and what is excluded. Momentum is not responsible for any travel-related cancellations.
• Momentum will provide health insurance for the dates of the trip.

Each participant needs to have an active DATA plan for the trip for safety and for daily communication on WhatsApp. WiFi alone is not enough as it can be spotty and slow.

Participants can activate an international plan through their own cellular provider or purchase a sim card or eSIM card (if the phone can be unlocked) from our preferred provider Talk N Save. Use discount code unity5 to receive a 5% discount on your order.

Please use the Momentum trip packing guide as a reference.

This trip will not have the Masada/Dead Sea components so bathing suit, towels, water shoes are not needed.

This trip does include active programs, so comfortable clothes and shoes, including some that you don’t mind getting dirty (from outside activities), are important.

Participants may bring:

• 1 full-size suitcase
• 1 backpack (you will receive a Momentum backpack in Israel)
• 1 personal item without wheels (i.e. purse, fanny back, or small duffel)
• A 2nd duffle bag for gifts and donations (optional)

The program begins on Tues, Nov. 28th at 11 am. Flights should arrive by 10:30 am.

Departing flights should be Sunday, Dec. 3rd, after 11 pm.

• Transportation from the airport to the program will be provided for flights that arrive on Tues., Nov 28th by 10:30 am.
• Group transportation will be provided from the hotel in Jerusalem to the airport for flights departing Sun., Dec. 3rd after 11pm.

As the trip is only 6 days, we recommend arriving early or staying after the trip to spend time with friends and family so you do not miss any programs and activites on the trip.

For information on using electronics and wifi while in Israel, please visit this link.