How much does Masa Volunteers – Maccabi cost in 2026?

The program costs approximately $2,200–$3,400. MASA grants of $1,000–$4,500 are available to eligible participants.

What Israel Prepaid plan covers Maccabi Volunteers?

The Bronze Plan covers this program, providing $16,654–$35,976 in guaranteed coverage depending on enrollment age.

Do I need to be an athlete or have coaching experience for the Maccabi program?

Prior sports experience is helpful but not required. Maccabi places volunteers based on their interests and background, with roles in coaching, youth programming, event management, and community engagement. A love of sport and working with youth is the main prerequisite.

Is Masa Volunteers – Maccabi MASA approved?

Yes — Masa Volunteers – Maccabi is a MASA-affiliated program run by Maccabi World Union. Eligible participants can apply for grants of $1,000–$4,500.

Can a 529 plan fund Maccabi Volunteers?

No — MASA volunteer programs are not Title IV accredited. Israel Prepaid's Bronze Plan is the right savings tool for programs like this.

MASA·Covered by Bronze Plan

Masa Volunteers - Maccabi: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It

1 monthsIsraelAges 18–26

Masa Volunteers – Maccabi is a MASA-affiliated volunteer program run by Maccabi World Union, placing Jewish young adults in sports coaching, youth mentoring, and community programming roles within Israel's Maccabi sports movement — one of the largest Jewish sports and cultural organizations in the world. Participants coach Israeli youth, lead sports sessions for children and teenagers, and integrate into the Maccabi community network, building leadership experience while deepening their connection to Jewish peoplehood through sport.

Program Highlights

✓MASA-affiliated — eligible for grants of $1,000–$4,500
✓Short-term commitment — meaningful volunteer service with Maccabi World Union
✓Live alongside Israeli peers in shared housing
✓Sports coaching and youth mentoring with Israeli children and teens through the Maccabi network
✓Access to Maccabi's global network representing 500,000 Jewish athletes worldwide
✓Build coaching and leadership skills in a high-energy Israeli sports environment

What's Included

✓Volunteer placement and coordination with Maccabi youth programs
✓Shared housing in Israel
✓MASA grant application support
✓Cultural programming and Shabbat experiences
✓Israel orientation and safety briefing
✓Sports equipment and coaching support materials

Bronze Plan Recommended

Program cost today

$2,200–$3,400

Monthly payment (starting age 3)

$105/month

Guaranteed coverage (age 3)

$32,392

Official Website

masaisrael.org

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What Parents Say About Masa Volunteers - Maccabi

“I've been playing Maccabi sports since I was eight. Volunteering with Maccabi Israel was a full-circle moment — coaching Israeli kids in the same movement that shaped me. Israel Prepaid's Bronze Plan made it happen without any financial stress for my family.”

Tyler S.

Boca Raton, FL

Bronze Plan

“Maccabi Volunteers was the perfect program for me — I love working with kids and I love Israel, and this combined both. I coached a youth basketball team in Rishon LeZion and built real friendships with Israeli coaches my age. My parents' Bronze Plan covered the whole program.”

Miriam D.

Livingston, NJ

Bronze Plan

Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.

How Israel Prepaid Covers Masa Volunteers - Maccabi

The Bronze Plan is recommended for Masa Volunteers - Maccabi. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.