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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

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.

Jewish Life in Poland

J² (in partnership with MJF) crafts journeys of inspiration, education, and Jewish connections to Israel and worldwide. We are guided by a simple but powerful concept: No two trips are the same; each experience should be personal, meaningful, and backed by superb service. Travel is not just about the places you visit, but the connections you make along the way.

Minneapolis Jewish Federation – Family Israel trip

December 2026

9 nights/10 days

Geared for families with elementary-age children and older

Minneapolis Jewish Federation and Beth El Global Experience to India

Trip Planned for January 2027

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.

Israel at 80

April 2028

More details coming soon!

If you have any questions, reach out to Kara Rosenwald at krosenwald@jewishminneapolis.org

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.