NFTY | North American Federation of Temple Youth Program
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NFTY Teen youth experiences
Varied. Year-round regional and North American events offered throughout North America.
NFTY’s nineteen regions are home to high school students of the Reform Movement. Through a variety of one to six day events, NFTY offers immersive experiences which encourage teens to create Reform Jewish identities and cultivate leadership skills.
High School Grades 9-12
nfty.org/regions (212) 650-4070 nfty@urj.org
NFTY Convention Teen youth convention
5 days, Biennial event, Various locations
NFTY teens from all nineteen regions convene every 2 years at an exciting location in North America to reunite with friends, enhance leadership skills, explore hot topics, dance, sing and make amazing memories.
High School Grades 9-12
nfty.org/convention (212) 650-4070 nfty@urj.org
NFTY Nashir Teen songleading institute
3 days, Various weekends, Various locations
Join a group of talented teen songleaders for a weekend of training, skill development and hands-on learning.
High School Grades 9-12
nfty.org/nashir (212) 650-4070 nfty@urj.org
3 days, Various weekends, Cincinnati, OH
NFTY and Hebrew Union College have partnered to provide teens with three themed study weekends throughout the year. Participants will explore their Jewish identity while engaging with top Reform teachers.
High School Grades 9-12
nfty.org/studyweekend (212) 650-4070 nfty@urj.org
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NFTY Adventure Teen travel to Israel
4 weeks, Summer
A unique and challenging journey through Israel. See ancient Jerusalem, celebrate in modern Tel Aviv, travel to the beautiful Galilee and see the stunning Negev Desert.
High School Grades 9-12
NFTY L’dor V’dor Teen travel to Europe & Israel
6.5 weeks, Summer
Tour Eastern Europe and Israel, discovering your personal connection to our people and our history.
High School Grades 9-12
NFTY-EIE High School in Israel Academic credit program
4 months, Fall or Spring
Go to high school in Israel! Students live, learn and grow together as they explore Jewish history, learn Hebrew and come to know Israel as their second home.
High School Grades 9-12
NFTY-EIE Summer Session Academic credit program
6.5 weeks, Summer
The ultimate Israel experience that combines touring of Israel and the experience of living on a kibbutz, all while earning high school credit.
High School Grades 9-12
Taglit-Birthright Israel: URJ KESHER Free trip to Israel for young adults
10 days, Winter, Spring or Summer
The gift of a lifetime! Join us on this free, fun and adventure-filled Israel experience for young adults that have never been to Israel on a peer trip.
Ages 18-30
gokesher.org (202) 650-3648 gokesher@urj.org netzeryear.org (212) 650-4115 netzeryear@urj.org
Program Type
NFTY Teen Study Weekend Teen study at HUC-JIR
Israel Programs Program
Netzer Year Gap year program
8 months, Fall-Spring
The Reform Movement’s only gap year program for high school graduates from across the world. Study in Jerusalem, work on a kibbutz, and volunteer in a city of your choice.
High School graduates who have not started college
Kibbutz Lotan Green Apprenticeship College semester & volunteer program
7 weeks or 5 months, Winter or Summer
A hands-on training program in Jewish environmental sustainability on Kibbutz Lotan.
Ages 20-30
4 months, Spring, Summer or Fall
This international development program teaches about social justice and environmental solutions for international problems.
Ages 20-30
5 or 10 months, Fall-Spring
College graduates, live in Tel Aviv-Jaffa serving the community while learning about Israeli-Arab coexistence. Volunteer with Israeli Jews, Arabs, immigrants and African refugees.
Ages 22-28
Kibbutz Lotan
Peace, Justice & the Environment
College semester & volunteer program
Tikkun Olam Post-college service learning experience
nftyisrael.org (212) 452-6517 nftyisrael@urj.org
nftyeie.org (212) 650-4073 nftyeie@urj.org
kibbutzlotan.com (212) 650-4115 rjisrael@urj.org
tikkunolamisrael.org (212) 650-4115 rjisrael@urj.org 2012-2013
Summer Camps
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URJ 6 Points Sports Academy Sports specialty summer camp
Greensboro, North Carolina
Elementary through High School
6points.urjcamps.org (561) 208-1650 6pointsacademy@urj.org
URJ Camp Coleman Summer camp
Cleveland, Georgia
Elementary through High School
coleman.urjcamps.org (706) 865-4111 campcoleman@urj.org
URJ Crane Lake Camp Summer camp
West Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Elementary through High School
cranelake.urjcamps.org (413) 232-4257 eisnercranelake@urj.org
URJ Eisner Camp Summer camp
Great Barrington, Massachusetts
Elementary through High School
eisner.urjcamps.org (413) 528-1652 eisnercranelake@urj.org
URJ Camp George Summer camp
Ontario, Canada
Elementary through High School
george.urjcamps.org (705) 732-6964 campgeorge@urj.org
URJ Goldman Union Camp Institute (GUCI) Summer camp
Zionsville, Indiana
Elementary through High School
guci.urjcamps.org (317) 873-3361 guci@urj.org
URJ Greene Family Camp (GFC) Summer camp
Bruceville, Texas
Elementary through High School
greene.urjcamps.org (254) 859-5411 gfc@urj.org
URJ Camp Harlam Summer camp
Kunkletown, Pennsylvania
Elementary through High School
harlam.urjcamps.org (570) 629-1390 campharlam@urj.org
URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp Summer camp
Utica, Mississippi
Elementary through High School
jacobs.urjcamps.org (601) 885-6042 jacobscamp@urj.org
URJ Camp Kalsman Summer camp
Arlington, Washington
Elementary through High School
kalsman.urjcamps.org (360) 435-9302 campkalsman@urj.org
Kutz: NFTY’s Campus for Reform Jewish Teens Teen leadership summer camp
Warwick, New York
High School Grades 10 to 12
kutz.urjcamps.org (845) 987-6300 kutzcamp@urj.org
URJ Camp Newman Summer camp
Santa Rosa, California
Elementary through High School
newman.urjcamps.org (707) 571-7657 campnewman@urj.org
URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) Summer camp
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Elementary through High School
osrui.urjcamps.org (847) 509-0990 osrui@urj.org
Grades 5 to 9
6pointsscitech@urj.org
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URJ 6 Points Science & Technology Academy Science and technology specialty summer camp
Boston area, Massachusetts
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Social Justice & Social Action Programs Program
Program Type
Length & Location
Description
Eligibility
Urban Mitzvah Corps New Jersey Hands-on social service programs for teens
3 or 6 weeks, Summer, New Burnswick, NJ
Make a difference in the lives of the physically challenged, the underprivileged, the elderly and those affected by Hurricane Sandy.
High School Grades 11-12
Mitzvah Corps New Orleans Hands-on social service programs for teens
2 weeks, Summer, New Orleans, LA
There is still work to be done to clean up after Hurricane Katrina. Pitch in to help rebuild this resilient city.
High School Grades 10-12
Mitzvah Corps Costa Rica Hands-on social service programs for teens
9 days, Summer, Costa Rica
Volunteer, travel, learn and build lasting friendships amidst the natural beauty of Costa Rica.
High School Grades 10-12
Mitzvah Corps Nicaragua Hands-on social service programs for teens
1.5 weeks, Summer, Nicaragua
Help to restore roads and education facilities and learn what role we can play in supporting the growth of communities in Nicaragua.
High School Grades 10-12
Mitzvah Corps URJ Kutz Camp Hands-on social service programs for teens
4 weeks, Summer, URJ Kutz Camp in Warwick, NY
Learn skills of inclusion as you mentor Jewish teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
High School Grades 10-12
Religious Action Center L’Taken Social action programs for teens
4 days, Year-round, Washington, DC
Join in an intensive four-day study kallah in Washington, DC focused on Jewish values and social justice.
High School Grades 9-12
Religious Action Center Machon Kaplan Summer social action internship for undergraduates
1.5 months, Summer, Washington, DC
Participate in a meaningful social justice internship while surrounded by a community of action-oriented, like-minded students.
College Students
Contact
mitzvahcorps.org (212) 650-4071 mitzvahcorps@urj.org
rac.org/ltaken (202) 387-2800 seminar@rac.org
rac.org/mk (202) 387-2800 mnamath@rac.org
Programs for Children with Special Needs Program
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Mitzvah Corps at Kutz Camping for teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
1 to 3 weeks, Summer, URJ Kutz Camp in Warwick, NY
This program provides access to Jewish camping for teens on the Autism Spectrum and is enhanced by mainstreamed teens’ peer mentorship.
Ages 13 to 19
kutz.urjcamps.org/mc (212) 650-4039 kutzmc@urj.org
Camp Chazak Camping for youth with communication and social delays
1 week, Summer, URJ Eisner & Crane Lake Camps in Massachusetts
Camp Chazak is designed to be both a Jewish recreational camp program and a therapeutic camp that improves quality of life.
Ages 9 to 13
eisnercranelake. urjcamps.org/chazak (201) 722-0400 eisnercranelake@urj.org
In addition to these inclusion programs and experiences exclusively designed for youth and young adults who require additional support or assistance, inclusion programs are available at all 14 URJ Camps.
2012-2013