Dear Russian Jewish Community Foundation,

I’m reaching out to express my profound gratitude for your support in making the Club Z inaugural Israel trip possible. This trip gave our teens the opportunity to put everything they’ve learned and all the skills they’ve developed with Club Z into practice. And it truly showcased the power of a Club Z education.

With every visit, discussion and debate, Club Z teens proved they have the knowledge and confidence to counter anti-Zionism thoughtfully, respectfully, and most importantly, factually.

When they stood strong in the face of the lies and propaganda from anti-Zionist groups such as Breaking the Silence and Shalom Achshav (“Peace Now”)
Through their pointed questions to experts and leaders like Ron Dermer, Einat Wilf and Col. Richard Kemp
When they gave powerful presentations on how they have stood up and combated antisemitism in their schools to fellow American Jewish peers from NCSY
I’ve never been more proud of our teens and the work that we do. I share these moments with you so you can understand the incredible impact of your support. Again, please accept my sincere appreciation and watch a special thank you video directly from our teens!

Also, don’t miss this opinion piece by Col. Richard Kemp in The Jerusalem Post – “Special Forces of Zionist Youth” – that perfectly captures the mission, heart and highlights of this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Please share it far and wide!

With gratitude,

Masha