Israel Connect
Maccabi USA’s Israel Connect program is a 6-day immersive journey focused on building connection to one’s own Jewish Identity, the American Jewish community, Israel, and global Diaspora Jewry. It has become the cornerstone of the US delegation’s 3-week Maccabiah experience. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters for helping make this possible, including: the JNF-USA Boruchin Center, the Seed the Dream Foundation, the Paul Singer Family Foundation, the Jewish Education Project/RootOne, and Maccabi World Union/Kfar Maccabiah.
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Today, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the families, friends, and communities forever changed on that day.
We honor the first responders, service members, medical professionals, and ordinary citizens who whose courage, compassion, and Read moreselflessness continue to inspire us.
Twenty-five years later, we remember the lives and legacies that remain part of our collective memory. We stand together, care for one another, and ensure their stories are never forgotten.
Today and always, we remember.
On behalf of the volunteers and professionals at Maccabi USA, we wish you a sweet and joyous New Year!
As we welcome 5787 tomorrow, we reflect on the moments, friendships, and connections that made this past year so meaningful for the Maccabi USA community.
This past summer, we Read moremade our return to Israel for the 2026 Maccabiah, showcasing our Jewish pride and unity on the global stage. Across three unforgettable weeks, our athletes, coaches, volunteers, and professionals came together ti compete, connect, and experience Israel in a truly meaningful way. From the field of play to the unforgettable experiences of our Israel Connect program, the Maccabiah was a celebration of our community and the lasting connections that make Maccabi USA so special. As we enter the New Year, we carry those memories and connections with us into 5787.
Wishing you and your loved ones a meaningful Rosh Hashanah and sweet, happy, and healthy New Year.
Despite falling short of reaching pool play, congratulations to former Open Men’s 3x3 Basketball captain @niv_cb & his Tel Aviv Royce squad for reaching the qualifying round of the FIBA 3x3 Sansar Challenger 2026 in Mongolia this weekend!
Konfino suited up for Maccabi USA at the Pan Read moreAmerican Maccabi Games in Argentina in 2023 and in this summer’s Maccabiah in Israel
Two months ago today… we were all together at the Opening Ceremony 🇮🇱💙
What a way to kick off an unforgettable Maccabiah
After a car crash that nearly ended his water polo career and his life, @lukespiro1 competed in this summer's Maccabiah, showcasing his resilience and drive to return to the sport he loves
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Sport is the starting point, connection is the goal 🇮🇱
A new feature in @ejewishphilanthropy highlights how the Israel Connect Program at this summer’s Maccabiah created meaningful connections to Israel and Jewish identity beyond sports competition
Read the full story to Read morelearn more about the impact of Israel Connect by clicking the link in our bio