NFTY | North American Federation of Temple Youth

Program Program Type Length Description Eligibility Contact

NFTYTeen 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nfty.org/regions(212) 650-4070nfty@urj.org

Israel Programs

Program Program Type Length Description Eligibility Contact

NFTY AdventureTeen 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nftyisrael.org(212) 452-6517nftyisrael@urj.org

NFTY NashirTeen 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nfty.org/nashir(212) 650-4070nfty@urj.org

NFTY Teen Study WeekendTeen study at HUC-JIR

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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nfty.org/studyweekend(212) 650-4070nfty@urj.org

NFTY ConventionTeen 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nfty.org/convention(212) 650-4070nfty@urj.org

NFTY L’dor V’dorTeen travel to Europe & Israel

6.5 weeks,Summer

Tour Eastern Europe and Israel, discovering your personal connection to our people and our history.

High SchoolGrades 9-12

NFTY-EIE High School in IsraelAcademic 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

NFTY-EIE Summer SessionAcademic 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

nftyeie.org(212) 650-4073nftyeie@urj.org

Taglit-Birthright Israel:URJ KESHERFree trip to Israel for young adults

10 days,Winter, Spring orSummer

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 18-30gokesher.org(202) 650-3648gokesher@urj.org

Netzer YearGap 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

netzeryear.org(212) 650-4115netzeryear@urj.org

Kibbutz LotanGreen ApprenticeshipCollege semester &volunteer program

7 weeks or5 months,Winter or Summer

A hands-on training program in Jewish environmental sustainability on Kibbutz Lotan. Ages 20-30

kibbutzlotan.com(212) 650-4115rjisrael@urj.org

Tikkun OlamPost-college service learningexperience

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 22-28tikkunolamisrael.org(212) 650-4115rjisrael@urj.org

2012-2013

Kibbutz LotanPeace, Justice & the EnvironmentCollege semester &volunteer program

4 months,Spring, Summer or Fall

This international development program teaches about social justice and environmental solutions for international problems.

Ages 20-30

URJ CAMP KALSMAN

Summer Camps

Camp Camp Type Location Eligibility Contact

URJ 6 Points Sports AcademySports specialty summer camp

Greensboro, North CarolinaElementarythroughHigh School

6points.urjcamps.org(561) 208-16506pointsacademy@urj.org

cranelake.urjcamps.org(413) 232-4257eisnercranelake@urj.org

eisner.urjcamps.org(413) 528-1652eisnercranelake@urj.org

Cleveland, Georgiacoleman.urjcamps.org(706) 865-4111campcoleman@urj.org

URJ Camp ColemanSummer camp

ElementarythroughHigh School

URJ Crane Lake CampSummer camp

West Stockbridge, MassachusettsElementarythroughHigh School

URJ Eisner CampSummer camp

Great Barrington, MassachusettsElementarythroughHigh School

URJ Camp GeorgeSummer camp

Ontario, CanadaElementarythroughHigh School

george.urjcamps.org(705) 732-6964campgeorge@urj.org

URJ Goldman Union Camp Institute (GUCI)Summer camp

Zionsville, IndianaElementarythroughHigh School

guci.urjcamps.org(317) 873-3361guci@urj.org

URJ Camp HarlamSummer camp

Kunkletown, PennsylvaniaElementarythroughHigh School

harlam.urjcamps.org(570) 629-1390campharlam@urj.org

URJ Henry S. Jacobs CampSummer camp

Utica, MississippiElementarythroughHigh School

jacobs.urjcamps.org(601) 885-6042jacobscamp@urj.org

URJ Camp KalsmanSummer camp

Arlington, WashingtonElementarythroughHigh School

kalsman.urjcamps.org(360) 435-9302campkalsman@urj.org

Kutz: NFTY’s Campus for Reform Jewish TeensTeen leadership summer camp Warwick, New York High School

Grades 10 to 12

kutz.urjcamps.org(845) 987-6300kutzcamp@urj.org

URJ CampNEWMAN

URJ Camp NewmanSummer camp

Santa Rosa, CaliforniaElementarythroughHigh School

newman.urjcamps.org(707) 571-7657campnewman@urj.org

URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)Summer camp

Oconomowoc, WisconsinElementarythroughHigh School

osrui.urjcamps.org(847) 509-0990osrui@urj.org

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UNION CAMP INSTITUTE

URJ 6 Points Science & Technology AcademyScience and technology specialty summer camp

Coming Soon!Opening summer 2014

Boston area, Massachusetts

2012-2013

6pointsscitech@urj.orgGrades 5 to 9

URJ Greene Family Camp (GFC)Summer camp

Bruceville, TexasElementarythroughHigh School

greene.urjcamps.org(254) 859-5411gfc@urj.org

Social Justice & Social Action Programs

Program Program Type Length & Location Description Eligibility Contact

Mitzvah Corps NicaraguaHands-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 SchoolGrades 10-12

mitzvahcorps.org(212) 650-4071mitzvahcorps@urj.org

Mitzvah Corps New OrleansHands-on social service programs for teens

There is still work to be done to clean up after Hurricane Katrina. Pitch in to help rebuild this resilient city.

High SchoolGrades 10-12

Mitzvah Corps URJ Kutz CampHands-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 SchoolGrades 10-12

Urban Mitzvah Corps New JerseyHands-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 SchoolGrades 11-12

Mitzvah Corps Costa RicaHands-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 SchoolGrades 10-12

2 weeks,Summer,New Orleans, LA

Religious Action Center L’TakenSocial 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 SchoolGrades 9-12

rac.org/ltaken(202) 387-2800seminar@rac.org

Religious Action Center Machon KaplanSummer social action internshipfor 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

rac.org/mk(202) 387-2800mnamath@rac.org

Programs for Children with Special Needs

Program Program Type Length & Location Description Eligibility Contact

Mitzvah Corps at KutzCamping 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

Camp ChazakCamping 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

kutz.urjcamps.org/mc(212) 650-4039kutzmc@urj.org

eisnercranelake.urjcamps.org/chazak(201) 722-0400eisnercranelake@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