Created by The Jewish Agency in 2024, Campers2Gether brings hundreds of Israeli teens affected by October 7 and the ensuing war to Jewish summer camps primarily in North America. In 2026, during the program’s third summer, Israeli and Jewish youth came together for a transformative summer camp experience, exchanging perspectives and forming lasting connections while discovering the power of Jewish peoplehood.
One Summer. Meaningful Global Connections. A Lifetime of Impact.
Campers2Gether 2026
Recap Video
Sivan's Story
Camper Interview
Ido's Story
Camper Interview
Isaac Mamaysky
Camp Zeke Founder Interview
Noga's Story
Camper Interview
Danny Mishkin
Camp Sababa Founder Interview
The Time to Breathe
At camp in the Poconos, Noga enjoyed building friendships, peaceful moments at the lake and a chance to get away from the everyday fears and impact of living on a Kibbutz in the North of Israel.
Building Relationships + Confidence
As a Campers2Gether participant, Itamar has enjoyed a transformative summer developing new friendships with North American Jewish teens and growing his self-confidence.
Finding Peace + Mutual Jewish Brotherhood at Camp
Kahal attended a summer camp in the U.S. through Campers2Gether, making new friends and enjoying the peace and quiet in nature, away from the stress and sirens back home in Israel.
A Life-Changing Experience
Through Campers2Gether, Nouri has created lasting connections with American teens, shared about his life in Israel, and become a different person thanks to the program.
In The Press
Campers2Gether Brings Israeli Teens to Jewish Summer Camps in LA
Jewish Journal
Sep 1, 2026
Campers2Gether sends more than 700 Israeli teens from communities that have been impacted by the war to 34 Jewish overnight camps in North America..
When Jewish Peoplehood Comes to Life at Summer Camp
The Times of Israel
Aug 30, 2026
For an Israeli teenager living with the strain of war, spending time at a North American Jewish summer camp offers the chance to be a kid again. It is also a powerful reminder that Jews around the world are there for one another.
In an age of algorithms, Jewish peoplehood must be personal
YNet Global
Aug 28, 2026
Opinion: American Jews and Israelis share history, identity and a common future, yet often know little about one another firsthand; direct relationships, especially among young people, can counter stereotypes, bridge divides and strengthen Jewish peoplehood
Special thanks to our partners and donors who make this impact possible.
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Supporting Foundation | Wilf Family Foundations | Adnim Foundation
William Davidson Foundation | Zalik Foundation Fund
Mosaic United, an initiative of Israel’s Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism
