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Tzofim Friendship Caravan plans US ‘Am Yisrael Chai’ tour

This summer’s tour will celebrate the resilience in the aftermath of the Oct. 7 terror attacks and war.

Performers with the Tzofim Friendship Caravan will celebrate hope and resilience. Credit: Courtesy of Tzofim Friendship Caravan.
Performers with the Tzofim Friendship Caravan will celebrate hope and resilience. Credit: Courtesy of Tzofim Friendship Caravan.

In a powerful response to the war in Israel, the Tzofim Friendship Caravan announces its upcoming United States tour under the inspiring banner “Am Yisrael Chai.”

This summer, the caravan—comprising two groups named Amit and Reut—symbolizing friendship and camaraderie, will traverse the United States to promote unity, friendship, and the indomitable spirit of Israel through cultural performances and interactive engagements.

Scheduled to tour from June 2 through Aug. 15, the caravan will make stops at camps, schools, community centers and various other venues, engaging with local communities and sharing a message that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. Their repertoire—rich with dance, music and storytelling—seeks not only to entertain but to inspire a deepened connection to Israeli culture and the universal values of peace and friendship.

“In the wake of the harrowing Oct. 7 events, our ‘Am Yisrael Chai’ tour stands as a defiant affirmation of unity and an indomitable spirit,” Eran Tzivon, director of the Tzofim Friendship Caravan, said.

“This isn’t merely a tour; it’s a rallying cry for Jews and non-Jews alike—we stand stronger together,” he added. “Amit and Reut will carry this message across the United States, weaving a tapestry of hope, resilience and unbreakable bonds that no challenge can tear apart.”

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Tzofim North America has roots that go back as far as the 1960s. The organization fosters a deep Zionist connection to Israel through its teen-led, Hebrew-speaking youth movement, as well as its immersive experiences and long-term opportunities to explore life in Israel.

Each week, Tzofim North America serves more than 5,200 youth in its 29 Tzabar chapters, representing diverse communities led by volunteers. Through its Garin Tzabar program, Tzofim North America supports hundreds of young adults each year who choose to make aliyah and serve as lone soldiers in the Israel Defense Forces.

Tzofim North America also operates immersive summer programs, including "Chetz V’Keshet" and "Tzababa" teen trips to Israel, the Delegation to Poland, as well as U.S.-based programs, including Camp Machane B’Yachad, a teen delegation to Jewish summer camps and the renowned Friendship Caravan tour.
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