SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS Grade 5 through High School

Sarah, a once-reserved fifthgrader, was hesitant about attending OU Israel's Camp Dror Program.

Born to a Jewish mother and a non-Jewish father, Sarah had limited exposure to her Jewish heritage. In our program, she discovered a welcoming community that helped her embrace her Jewish identity.

Sarah's newfound confidence and connection to her roots continue to enrich her life and the lives of her family members.

The OU offers over 25 unique teen summer programs in the US, Israel, Europe and Africa that cater to teens with different interests and backgrounds representing the complete spectrum of the Jewish community.

From sports to corporate internships to work with Israeli first responders, OU summer programs provide a panorama of experiences unbounded by geography and activity.

Participants in25 programsworldwide

Kollel Mechina

NCSY Kollel Mechina opens doors to public school teens as they are immersed in the Kollel’s learning. Classes and programs are offered and geared to public school teens of any skill level The learning is complemented by competitive sports leagues and a wide range of trips around Israel.

Training First Responders

HatzalahRescueis a co-ed travel program for teens offering training in CPR, hemorrhage control, and how to be a first responder On Hatzalah Rescue teens get certified as EMR’s, volunteer on an ambulance, assist in the Hatzalah logistics center, all while learning the intricacies of Hatzalah and their daily operations

Public School Summer Trips

The Anne Samson Jerusalem Journey (TJJ) enables public school students to explore Israel while learning about their Jewish heritage. While in Israel, unaffiliated Jewish teens discover an array of communities and traditions, broadening and enriching their Jewish id ent it y

Training First Responders

HatzalahRescueis a co-ed travel program for teens offering training in CPR, hemorrhage control, and how to be a first responder. On Hatzalah Rescue teens get certified as EMR’s, volunteer on an ambulance, assist in the Hatzalah logistics center, all while learning the intricacies of Hatzalah and their daily operations.

Public School Summer Trips

The Anne Samson Jerusalem Journey (TJJ) enables public school students to explore Israel while learning about their Jewish heritage While in Israel, unaffiliated Jewish teens discover an array of communities and traditions, broadening and enriching their Jewish id ent it y.

Training First Responders

Public School Summer Trips

Training First Responders

Honing Basketball Skills

Jumpshot Israel is the premier Israel-based overnight basketball camp for high school boys with a focus on cultivating excellence in basketball skills and instilling an understanding of and personal connection to Torah & Israel through athletics, simultaneously facilitating personal growth and leadership skills

Saving Lives

Yachad is a global organization dedicated to addressing the needs of Jewish individuals with disabilities, ensuring their inclusion in every aspect of Jewish life. Through inclusive programming, Yachad helps educate and advocate for greater understanding, acceptance, outreach, and opportunity for the disabled community. Most importantly, Yachad helps foster unity amongst Am Yisrael by celebrating the uniqueness of every Jew.

North America

ATLANTIC

Baltimore, MD

Columbia, MD

Germantown, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Norfolk, VA

Richmond, VA

CANADA

Calgary, AB

Edmonton, AB

Vancouver, BC

Victoria, BC

Winnipeg, MB

Hamilton, ON

GREATERATLANTA

London, ON

CENTRALEAST

Ann Arbor, MI

Farmington

Huntington Woods, MI

Shabbatonim for Inclusion

Across the country, Yachad Shabbatonim cultivate understanding, mutual respect, and camaraderie within the Jewish community by bringing individuals with disabilities and community participants together for prayer, Shabbat meals, singing, and more.

Yachad Leads a Service Mission

Yachad ran the first-ever inclusive community service mission in partnership with Yeshiva University High School for Girls Participants volunteered at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, Pearlstone Farm, and Tudor Heights Assisted Living Facility.

Camping Opportunities for All

Yachad is the largest provider of Jewish camping opportunities for people with disabilities Yachad partners with 17 Jewish summer camps to offer a wide variety of placement programs catered to each person’s needs.

Yachad Yeshiva League Basketball Team

Thisyearwastheinauguralseasonofthe Golden Knights, IVDU’s inclusive basketball team, which plays against schools in the Yeshiva League.

Vocational Services Help Find Jobs

TheJewishUnionFoundation(JUF)isdedicatedtoenhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities by working closely with various state funding agencies JUF offers a wide array of services, ranging from Day Habilitation programs to Vocational Training Services to Respite Services for families. Through JUF, participants achieve greater independence and become better able to participate in the full spectrum of life

IVDU Schools Teach Life Skills

LocatedinBrooklynandLongIsland,Yachad’sIVDU schools offer a comprehensive and nurturing educational environment for Jewish students with special needs, ages 5 to 21 IVDU provides students with the core academic, social and life skills they need to reach their highest potential and develop into productive citizens in their communities.

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS Grade 5 through High School

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