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David Tychman Global Experiences Program

The David Tychman Global Experiences Program celebrates the legacy of David Tychman, a lifelong supporter of MJF and avid traveler. Learn more about the MJF trip participant experience by checking out our news and stories. 

Experience Your Global Jewish Community First-Hand

Lets go somewhere!

A Federation global experience is more than a trip—it’s an adventure that will change the way you look at the Jewish world. Join us on one of our experiences and see breathtaking sights, meet incredible people, taste amazing food, and discover what it really means to change a life and be part of a global Jewish community.

Upcoming Trips

Tikvatenu 4

November 3-9, 2025

From Heartbreak to Hope

Bear witness to the resilience of Israel as we travel to the south to volunteer in Kibbutz Holit, Minneapolis’ partner kibbutz in the Gaza Envelope area.
See firsthand the impact in our Partnership2Gether sister city, Rehovot,  and continue to help our overseas community’s needs.

Jewish Life and Leisure in Panama with the Ben-Gurion Society

January 27- February 1, 2026

Join us in Panama!

Ben-Gurion Society members are invited to travel to Panama on the exciting Jewish Life and Leisure in Panama trip. We’ll meet members of the Panamanian Jewish community, explore Panama’s fascinating history, and enjoy a world-class hotel experience, along with pools, relaxation and shopping.  Check out the detailed itinerary

The Jewish Life and Leisure in Panama trip is open to Ben-Gurion Society members who commit to a gift of $1,800 for both the 2025 and the 2026 Minneapolis Jewish Federation Community Campaigns. 

Contact Tslil Shtulsaft at tshtulsaft@jewishminneapolis.org  to learn more about the trip and the Ben-Gurion Society.

Women’s Momentum Trip

Trip Planned for 2027 

Join us in Israel! 

Applications for the next women’s Momentum trip will open in 2026, with travel planned in 2027.
Minneapolis Jewish Federation is proud to work with Momentum to bring this special opportunity to our community for women raising Jewish children under the age of 18. Check back in 2026 for registration information.

For more information about Global Experiences, please contact Kara Rosenwald, Director of Global Experiences & Israel Community Education Strategist.
krosenwald@jewishminneapolis.org | 952.417.2313

Share Your Idea!

Have an idea for a trip you’d like the Minneapolis Jewish Federation to offer?  Please contact Kara Rosenwald to discuss further.