30 Years of Hope Mission to Israel with Save a Child's Heart
Join us in Israel and learn first hand the work of Israel’s preeminent international humanitarian organization. Witness how the organization has grown and persevered during the war. Explore the magic of Save a Child’s Heart with the children, doctors, and staff. Learn, connect, and experience the resilience and strength of Israel.
"As Israel continues to face challenges, it's important to be witnesses the very best that Israel provides by SACH." - Steve Keleman
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Mission Highlights
Experience Israel in a unique and meaningful way while supporting Save a Child’s Heart. Participate in a transformative mission that brings you face-to-face with the heartwarming work of this incredible organization.
Cost Includes: VIP arrival, all programming and hotels, daily Israeli breakfast, 4 dinners and 5 lunches, and ground transportation with a guide.
Deposit: $500 per person deposit, with the remainder due 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund for cancellations made on or before August 12, 2026; 50% refund for cancellations made between August 13, 2026 and September 11, 2026; Beginning September 12, 2026, refunds will be provided only as stated in the exceptions policy
Travel Insurance:
We recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance, including trip cancellation and luggage coverage. Our preferred options will be provided upon registration.
Not Included:
Airfare, 3 dinners, 2 lunches, and tips.
$5000 Double Occupancy
$5900 Single Occupancy
Mission Itinerary
October 11 - 16, 2026
Subject to change.
Arrival & Welcome
Day 1: Sunday, October 11
Welcome to Israel
We will meet you at Ben Gurion International Airport and escort you to Tel Aviv
Hotel Check in
Welcome Dinner
Royal Beach Tel Aviv
Meeting the Mission
Day 2: Monday, October 12
Save a Child’s Heart - Holon, volunteering with kids and mothers
Jaffa Tour & Flea Market
Cultural food tour with cookbook author Adeena Sussman
Royal Beach Tel Aviv
Resilience & Remembrance
Day 3: Tuesday, October 13
Visit the site of the NOVA music festival, meet with suvivor Rita Yedid
Travel to Tkuma Car Graveyard
Lunch at restaurant partly owned by the son of Kit and Aviva Siegal, residents of Kibbutz Alumim, who returned from Gaza
Tour of Kibbutz Kfar Azza
Danny’s Ranch in Sitria with Omer Shem Tov - released hostage, survivor and advocate
Royal Beach Tel Aviv
Healing Without Borders
Wednesday, October 14
SACH- Wolfson Medical Center Visit with Israeli medical team doctors and International trainees
Free time and optional activity with new olim
Dinner with the SACH Team
Royal Beach Tel Aviv
From Coast to Hills
Day 5: Thursday, October 15
Depart for the North Caesarea tour
Meet Ashley Buckshley - her child was treated by the SACH team
Druze lunch in Daliat El Carmel
Tour of Zichron Ya'akov
Travel to Jerusalem
Orient Jerusalem
Community & Connection
Day 6: Friday, October 16
Children's Home Visit Holon
Free time - Machane Yehuda
Optional Art Gallery Tour
Kabbalat Shabbat - Shabbat of a Lifetime with Rena Quint Holocaust survivor and author
Orient Jerusalem
Roots & Bridges
Day 7: Saturday October 17
City of David Archeological Tour. An exclusive experience. Explores the ancient origins of Jerusalem
Lunch in Gush Etzion Winery
Impact Countries Ambassadors + Wives open tables at the Knights Hall in the Tower of David Museum
Dinner and Havdala Ceremony
Orient Jerusalem
Reflection & Celebration
Day 8: Thursday, October 18
"Join us and together let us make the network to help children with heart disease globally big enough to be equal to the task. There are no dollars and cents in it, but it is worth a fortune."
Dr. Ami Cohen, Founder of Save a Child's Heart
Contact
Marla Landis - West Coast Director
P: 818.421.5364
E: mlandis@saveachildsheartus.org
Mission Chairs:
Board Co-Presidents Laura Ozer and Stephanie Nashman
Andrea Rich SACH Board Member
Israel has recently implemented a new entry program for all non-Israeli citizens called the ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization).
You can learn more and access the visa application here: ETA-IL (do not use any other website).
We have created a meaningful itinerary and trust we will give you a beautiful program and one in a life-time experience. Land agents partners are Kan Group. Options to extend or get additional touring support outside of the mission dates with Kan Group.
Experiencing the vibrancy and hope of the Israeli people firsthand. Be a part of the incredible impact of Save a Child's Heart as the mission continues to bring hope to families around the world. Seeing this work in person is a powerful reminder of the positive change we can support together.