At a moment when opinions are formed in seconds, deep engagement matters more than ever.
As an itrek Alum, you know that real understanding is built through trusted voices, relationships, and a commitment to go beyond the headlines.
This year marks itrek's 15th anniversary of bringing rising leaders to Israel.
To celebrate, we are granting 15 Alumni up to $4,000 each to bring conversations about Israel in all its complexity and beauty into the spaces you already lead.
We are looking for bold, strategic ideas that expand who is in the conversation and how Israel is understood. This is your opportunity to leverage your role, networks, and leadership to create meaningful engagement that would not happen otherwise.
We are interested in projects that:
• Engage high-impact audiences who are not consistently participating in Israel-focused programming
• Reach those in positions to lead and inform conversations
• Create the foundation for ongoing relationships or partnerships
• Expand how Israel is understood beyond headlines
Selected Alumni will receive:
• A grant of up to $4,000
• Strategic guidance from a top industry leader to refine your idea
• Help connecting to Israeli companies, speakers, or partners
• Recognition across the itrek Network to elevate your reach
Innovation Briefings
Host a cross-industry briefing on Israeli innovation for leaders in your company or field
Curated Conversations
Organizing a curated dinner featuring an Israeli founder, policymaker, artist, or thought leader
Sector Bridges
Bringing Israeli climate, health, AI, or cybersecurity companies into conversation with corporate or civic stakeholders
Cultural Exchanges
Partnering with a local arts institution to showcase Israeli film, music, food, or design
Pilot Collaborations
Facilitating a pilot partnership between your organization and an Israeli company
Build Your Own Initiative
Propose your own idea for an itrek Microgrant!
We are looking for bold, strategic ideas that expand who is in the conversation and how Israel is understood. This is your opportunity to leverage your role, networks, and leadership to create meaningful engagement that would not happen otherwise.
We are interested in projects that:
• Engage high-impact audiences who are not consistently participating in Israel-focused programming
• Reach those in positions to lead and inform conversations
• Create the foundation for ongoing relationships or partnerships
• Expand how Israel is understood beyond headlines
Selected Alumni will receive:
• A grant of up to $4,000
• Strategic guidance from a top industry leader to refine your idea
• Help connecting to Israeli companies, speakers, or partners
• Recognition across the itrek Network to elevate your reach
Featured Grantees
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Kobby Amoah
Participant | Georgetown Law 2023
Sparking conversation about Israel's history and future with young professionals in Ghana.
Niruban Balachandran
Participant | Harvard Policy 2017
Creating peace-building between Indonesians and Israelis through social media and partnerships.
Ben Baller
Participant | Mannheim Business 2023
Introducing Israeli innovation and entrepreneurship to university students in Germany.
Stephanie Burns
Participant | Georgetown MBA 2019
Introducing MBA students to Israel's history through culinary dishes and stories.
Alejandro Cacace
Participant | HKS Policy 2023
Using social media to introduce Argentine youth to Israel's and its story
Roni Hacham
Leader | Penn Business 2023
Introducing Wharton MBA students to the entrepreneurial excellence of Israel.
Tal Horovits
Leader | Baruch Business 2018
Introducing nuanced perspectives on Israel to a major tech company.
Hannah Katz
Leader | Columbia Policy 2022
Amplifying testimony of Lishay Lavi Moran, October 7th survivor and wife of Omri Miran, held captive by Hamas.
Polina Kempinsky
Leader | HKS Policy 2024
Organizing nuanced dialogue about Israel's future on Harvard's campus.
Adi Marciano
Leader| King's College Law 2023
Bringing Israeli speakers to inform young professionals in the U.K. about the Israel-Hamas War.
Felipe Neves
Participant | Stanford Law 2019
Inspiring Brazilian law students with stories of Israeli entrepreneurship and innovation.
Al Parreno
Participant | Harvard Policy 2021
Introducing Israeli irrigation technology to the Philippines.
Omer Regev
Leader | LBS Business 2021
Helping audiences worldwide better understand the horrors of October 7th through a video campaign.
Ely Sandler
Leader | Harvard Policy 2022, 2023
Strengthening cooperation on climate change between Israelis, Palestinians and other countries in the region.
Elias Stahl
Leader | Johns Hopkins Policy 2017
Mobilizing professionals in Portland, Oregon for the first and largest pro-Israel rally in the state since October 7.
Penny Zhou
Participant | Wharton 2019
Introducing Israel to young professionals through Israeli cuisine and film on shared family values.