named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Fellowship
4-week leadership and professional development program in Israel including structured educational components and group activities
Internship
5–8 week professional internship placements in Israel across diverse fields; includes housing, educational programming, and transportation support
Remote Work
4-week program enabling participants to work remotely for international or Israeli organizations while living in Israel and engaging in cultural programming
Storytellers
Creative program for content creators, lasting 8 days to 4 weeks, focused on producing digital content while exploring Israel and Jewish identity
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 3 activities
- Organize educational trips to Gush Etzion and dialogue initiatives in the West BankIncludes educational trips to Gush Etzion in the West Bank featuring historical hikes, scenic viewings, wine tastings, and visits to Shorashim (Roots), a grassroots initiative promoting dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians, as part of broader cultural and educational programming.
- Run immersive four-week fellowship programs in Israel focused on skill-building and cultural engagementOffers four-week immersive fellowships in Israel that focus on skill-building, personal growth, and cultural engagement, including expert-led classes on Jewish history, geopolitics, and storytelling. Participants build relationships and deepen their connection to Israel through structured educational and social programming.
- Support remote professionals in Israel through co-working, community events, and volunteer opportunitiesOffers a remote work program in Israel that provides access to co-working spaces, community events, and volunteer opportunities for professionals living abroad, combining remote work with cultural immersion in Tel Aviv and structured group living.
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Jewish Leadership Development 1 activity
- Administer the Storytellers fellowship program for digital storytelling and leadership developmentRuns an annual leadership initiative selecting 80 fellows (previously 40) to participate in an immersive program combining Jewish identity, digital storytelling, and engagement with Israeli society through educational experiences, workshops, and digital media skill development.
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Emerging Filmmaker Support Programs 1 activity
- Facilitate documentary filmmaking development through the Greenhouse programSupports first and second-time documentary filmmakers from the Middle East and North Africa through the Greenhouse program, which includes workshops in Morocco, access to lectures and seminars led by experts and mentors, and professional development opportunities.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Operate internship programs in Israel combining professional experience with cultural immersionProvides 6- to 8-week professional internships in Israel with placements at innovative companies and organizations, including startups, combined with cultural immersion activities such as day trips, a weekend retreat (Shabbaton), educational programming, and group counselors. The program includes furnished shared housing and an urban bus pass for local transportation.
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Youth and Student Entrepreneurship Competitions 1 activity
- Organize hackathons and innovation events in IsraelOrganized the first-ever Onward Israel hackathon to promote innovation and professional engagement among participants in Israel.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide need-based scholarships and fund program accessibilityFunds up to 80% of program costs through donor and institutional support and provides need-based scholarships that reduce program fees by approximately 65%, increasing accessibility to its programs.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Develop and maintain a mobile app to support participant engagement and communicationProvides a mobile app that enables participants to access program information, communicate with staff and peers, organize social events, and engage in cultural and enrichment activities during their stay in Israel, with reported high usage during pilot programs.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$4K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$1.41M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$1.34M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash$220K
Investments$0
Liabilities$249K
Net assets$0
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -99.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
board members · 8
- ALISA DOCTOROFF — BOARD MEMBER
- BEN WILSON — BOARD MEMBER
- CYNTHIA SHAPIRA — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID PRATT — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID SHAPIRA — BOARD CHAIRMAN
- JEFF FARBER — BOARD MEMBER
- LYNNE COHEN — BOARD MEMBER
- RALPH GERSON — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Birthright Israel Funder — Provides up to 80% funding for Birthright Israel Onward programs.
- Birthright Israel Network — Part of the Birthright Israel network, offering extended internship and fellowship opportunities in Israel.
- Birthright Israel Network — Program operates under the Birthright Israel umbrella, extending its mission to post-college immersive experiences in Israel.
- Birthright Israel Network — Programs are offered under the Birthright Israel Onward brand, indicating affiliation with the Birthright Israel network.
- Birthright Israel Partner — Collaborates with Birthright Israel to offer post-trip internship opportunities.
- Birthright Israel Foundation Funder — Provides philanthropic support for Birthright Israel Onward programs.
- Communities and campus organizations Partner — Co-sponsor Onward programs and assist in participant recruitment and selection.
- Greenhouse Partner — Partner organization hosting Onward Israel interns in a documentary film development program for filmmakers from the Middle East and North Africa.
- Local Jewish institutions Funder — Co-fund Birthright Israel Onward programs to increase accessibility for participants.
- Masa Partner — Partners with Masa to offer internship programs and coordinate eligibility for long-term programs.
- ONWARD ISRAEL USA, INC Partner — Receives funding and coordinates mission implementation with Onward Israel USA, Inc.
- Shorashim (Roots) Partner — Grassroots program facilitating dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians that is included in Onward Israel’s educational itinerary.
- Tryna Grub Partner — Hosts Onward Israel interns at its Tel Aviv startup.
- Webbing Labs Partner — Collaborates with Onward Israel to develop and adjust the Onward Israel App.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Digital Engagement and Alumni Continuity 53 orgsmethodology: technology-enabled_engagementBy leveraging technology and digital storytelling, the organization strengthens participant influence and sustains long-term engagement with Jewish identity, because mobile-enabled communication, social coordination, and ongoing alumni networks extend the impact of immersive experiences beyond the program duration.shared approach: Experiential Engagement →
- Immersive Cultural and Professional Integration 53 orgsmethodology: immersive-integrationBy combining professional internships with immersive cultural experiences in Israel, the organization deepens participants' connection to Jewish identity and Israel, because shared living, authentic interactions, and work-integrated learning create sustained engagement and belonging more effectively than tourism or short-term visits.shared approach: Experiential Engagement →
- Participant-Driven Experiential Learning 53 orgsmethodology: participant-driven_immersionBy designing programs around participants' personal and professional interests and fostering ownership of learning, the organization increases engagement and identity formation, because experiential education that is personally relevant leads to deeper and more lasting connections to Jewish identity and Israel.shared approach: Experiential Engagement →
- Structured Intergroup Dialogue for Peacebuilding 50 orgsmethodology: intergroup_dialogueBy facilitating structured dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians, the organization promotes mutual understanding and peace, because nonviolent communication across identity lines fosters empathy and reduces polarization.shared approach: Relational Bridge-Building →