MJF GLOBAL EXPERIENCES

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.

Lets go somewhere!

Experience Your Global Jewish Community First-Hand

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

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.

Family Adventure in Israel

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

Pretrip: Jan 7th – Jan 11st

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.

Our Previous Trips

Momentum - Nov 2024

Tikvatenu 2 - July 2024

Experience Israel 2023

What Our Community Says

The entire staff did an A+ first class job. There are lots of ways for people to get to Israel, but if someone is considering going, they should know MJF facilitates an amazing experience, both logistically and emotionally. Everything was on point in terms of organization, and all of the activities were so meaningful and integrated so well into the bigger picture of the trip.

You all did a wonderful job with the tour and helping with my anxiety of traveling alone. I felt very welcomed by the group and comfortable on the trip. Thank you for a great first time in Israel!

I noticed that practically everything we did had a reason behind it and appreciate the thoughtful planning that went into this trip. We are so grateful to all of you, Kara, Shai, Noa, Steven and Hazzan Joanna. Thank you!

Thank you for this immensely impactful experience. The trip was thoughtfully planned and well executed. I am grateful to have participated!

I really had an incredible experience. I feel SO grateful I was able to go on this mission..it was truly life-changing experience for me!!

I just want to say thank you again. The mission was truly incredible and I feel so grateful to have gotten to be a part of it. It has been so challenging to describe our experience with anyone who wasn't there or hasn't been to Israel recently and I'm so grateful for the work that the Federation professionals team put in to make it happen.

Amazing experience! Thank you for everything

All the hard work preparing was so appreciated and noticeable. Super organized. Made it so easy for all participants.

Major thank you to the federation staff who were on the trip! Thank you for all you did to make this trip exceptional-capitalizing on all opportunities!

For more information about Global Experiences, please contact Kara Rosenwald, Director of Global Experiences & Israel Community Education Strategist.

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.