PZC Hagshama: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
PZC Hagshama is a MASA-affiliated program connecting Jewish young adults aged 18-30 to a structured Israel experience. Participants grow professionally and personally while deepening their Jewish identity, building Israeli connections, and qualifying for MASA grants up to $4,500.
Program Highlights
- ✓MASA-affiliated program — grant eligible
- ✓Structured Israel experience for ages 18-30
- ✓Zionist Israel experience organized through the Canadian Zionist Federation's Hagshama program — connecting Canadian Jewish young adults to Israel through a structured, values-driven immersion
- ✓Canadian Jewish community connections — participants from across Canada share a common Jewish identity framework rooted in Canadian Zionism
- ✓One of the most affordable 7-month MASA programs — accessible entry point to an extended Israel experience
- ✓MASA grant eligible — up to $4,500 available for qualifying participants
What's Included
- ✓Canada-Israel connection programming — Zionist education, community service, and Israel exploration
- ✓Shared apartment or dormitory housing in Israel
- ✓MASA grant coordination and application support
- ✓Hebrew language instruction and Israeli cultural immersion
- ✓Israel-wide tiyulim and Zionist heritage programming
- ✓Canadian Jewish community programming and Israel connection activities
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About PZC Hagshama
“PZC Hagshama gave our daughter real-world experience in Israel. The MASA grant helped, and Israel Prepaid Bronze Plan covered the rest. So glad we planned ahead.”
“PZC Hagshama was the perfect Zionist Israel experience for our son — built around Canadian Jewish values, with a peer group who shared that background. Seven months in Israel, MASA grant support, and the Bronze Plan from Israel Prepaid made it financially accessible. We couldn't have asked for a better combination.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers PZC Hagshama
The Bronze Plan is recommended for PZC Hagshama. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.
| Enrollment Age | Monthly Payment | Guaranteed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | $89/mo | $35,976 |
| Age 3 | $105/mo | $32,392 |
| Age 5 | $119/mo | $30,044 |
| Age 8 | $151/mo | $26,584 |
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