JDC Fly-In to Romania and Ukraine

Signature Experiences

Walk Through Centuries of Romanian Jewish History
Discover Bucharest’s rich Jewish past with visits to restored synagogues, and the former Sephardic quarter. Explore how Jewish life endured through war, communism, and migration.
Meet the Faces Behind the Programs
Visit elderly clients in their homes, tour the Rosen Old Age Home, and meet with local welfare professionals to see firsthand how JDC supports Romania’s most vulnerable Jews with dignity and care.
Engage with the Next Generation
Dine with emerging Jewish leaders and participants from Camp Szarvas and Junction, and learn how JDC’s investment in young people is building vibrant Jewish life in Romania.
Cross the Border to Ukraine
Travel to Chernivtsi for an on-the-ground look at Jewish life amid war and displacement. Meet internally displaced persons (IDPs), volunteers, and local leaders adapting to unprecedented challenges with resilience and creativity.
Step into the Soul of Jewish Bukovina
Stroll through Chernivtsi’s charming streets and discover the legacy of a once-thriving Jewish community. Visit the elegant Jewish National House, explore one of the city’s last active synagogues, and experience the enduring spirit of Bukovina’s Jewish life.
Experience Jewish Renewal in Action
Witness how JDC’s longstanding presence in Ukraine empowers communities to respond to crisis, support the elderly, and maintain cultural and religious life across generations.

* JDC expeditions are offered exclusively to JDC supporters making a philanthropic annual gift of $5,000 and above.