The Village Way... Forward

Mission to Israel

November 9 - 13, 2025

Mission Chairs: Robert and Amy Arogeti, Nat and Jill Linhardt

*This trip is exclusively for members of our Giving Society

(those who contribute $1,800+ to the ImpactIsrael Annual Campaign)

Experience Israel like never before.

In a trip unlike any other, understand how the Village Way is a part of the way forward for Israeli society to heal after October 7. Hear firsthand from Israeli youth, educators, IDF reservists and soldiers, and more about how they are facing the challenges of today. Spend two nights in Tel Aviv and two nights in Haifa as we visit Yemin Orde Youth Village and Village Way schools around Israel. We will also have special day trips to northern and southern Israel to hear how communities are beginning to heal and rebuild.

What's included:

Deluxe accommodations for 2 nights at the Dan Carmel in Haifa and 2 nights at the Hilton Hotel in Tel Aviv

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day

Ground transportation throughout Israel

Tips and incidentals

Transfers to and from the airport on the day of arrival (November 9) and departure (November 13)

*Please note that airfare is not included

Mission Itinerary

*Events subject to change.

The Magic of Yemin Orde Youth Village:
Where Futures Begin and Lives are Transformed

Monday, November 10

Full Israeli Breakfast
Visit to Bahá'í Gardens
Visit and tour of Yemin Orde Youth Village
- Lunch with students
- Visit the Eco Farm
- Discussion with Village Way trained educators
Visit Ein Hod artists' colony and meet with local artists
Dinner

Break up into small groups to enjoy an intimate dinner at the homes of Israeli philanthropists and supporters of Yemin Orde.

Overnight: Dan Carmel Haifa

Planting Promise, Preparing Leaders:
The Village Way's Role in Israel's Renewal

Tuesday, November 11

Breakfast
Visit to Amal Zarzir High School, a Bedouin high school and Village Way partner community.

Hear from the principal, Sukiena, and see how the Village Way is changing lives.

Visit with community members in Kiryat Shmona to understand the revival of the North.

Panel discussion with education professionals highlighting how the Village Way inspired resilience during the war.

Visit to Yemin Orde Mechina

Located in Hatzor HaGlilit, the Yemin Orde Mechina is a pre-military leadership program for young men. We will meet with current participants and graduates who have served in the IDF during the war.

Travel to Tel Aviv
Dinner at Darya in Tel Aviv with guest speakers, Chemi Peres and Nati Dinnar
Overnight: Hilton Tel Aviv

From Potential to Power:
A Day of Recognition and Impact

Thursday, November 13

Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Rafael Eitan Mekif High School in Ramat Gan

Meet with the principal and educators who are utilizing the Village Way to support students

Drive to Jerusalem
Tour and lunch on own in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem
Private Reception with President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Yemin Orde Men's Mechina (pre-military training program).
Closing dinner at Jems in Modi'in and group reflections
Airport transfer to Ben Gurion Airport
- Transfer to Hilton Tel Aviv available for those who are extending their stay.

A Day in Southern Israel:
From Despair to Hope

Wednesday, November 12

Breakfast at the hotel and check out
Visit the NOVA Music Festival site
Lunch at the Shova Brothers Junction

Learn how Yemin Orde alumni mobilized during the war to help soldiers.

Tour of Ofakim

Led by students of Ofakim High School, hear firsthand how the community fought back on October 7 and how they are rebuilding today.

Village Way panel with educators in the Gaza envelope

Panel discussion with Village Way trained educators from southern communities on overcoming trauma.

Travel back to Tel Aviv
Dinner with Yemin Orde alumni at Regina

Overnight: Hilton Tel Aviv

The Beginning of our Journey:
Welcome to Israel

Sunday, November 9

Check-in to Hotel: Dan Carmel Haifa
Welcome reception
Welcome Dinner at hotel and meet with Dr. Chaim Peri
Overnight: Dan Carmel Haifa

Get Ready for the Mission!

You will receive a packet with a detailed itinerary, important contact information, welcome letter, and more when you arrive in Israel.

*The following bio sheets will not be included.

Speaker and Staff Bios

Learn about our guest speakers, Israeli staff, and ImpactIsrael staff who will join you on the trip.

Participant Bios

Get to know your fellow travelers before you meet in person!

Questions?

Contact Samantha Sisisky, Senior Director of Strategy, at samantha@impact-israel.org.