World Bnei Akiva - Kadima: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
World Bnei Akiva - Kadima is a nine-month MASA-affiliated gap year program offered by World Bnei Akiva — the global Religious Zionist movement founded in 1929. Kadima (meaning "forward") is an academically intensive track combining advanced Torah study, Israel leadership development, and structured engagement with Israeli Religious Zionist society. Designed for Modern Orthodox young adults who want to deepen both their learning and their Zionist commitment, Kadima challenges participants to move forward in their Jewish identity and relationship with Israel across nine full months in the country.
Program Highlights
- ✓Advanced Torah learning with Religious Zionist scholars and movement educators
- ✓Leadership development curriculum preparing participants for community impact at home
- ✓Hebrew ulpan and deep engagement with Israeli Religious Zionist institutions
- ✓Israel-wide educational travel and landmark Religious Zionist site visits
- ✓MASA grant eligible — up to $4,500
- ✓Structured community service placements in Israeli Dati Leumi organizations
What's Included
- ✓Program tuition and nine-month curriculum
- ✓Shared housing in Israeli Religious Zionist communities
- ✓Advanced Torah study and movement education
- ✓Hebrew ulpan instruction
- ✓Community service and leadership practicum
- ✓MASA grant coordination and application support
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About World Bnei Akiva - Kadima
“Kadima was exactly the right level for our daughter — challenging, serious, and deeply connected to Israel. She came home a confident Jewish leader with real Hebrew fluency and a network in Israel's Religious Zionist community. Israel Prepaid's Silver Plan funded the whole year.”
“We specifically chose Kadima because of its leadership focus. Our son didn't just want to learn — he wanted to become someone who could lead. World Bnei Akiva delivered that, and Israel Prepaid made the investment simple with no financial surprises.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers World Bnei Akiva - Kadima
The Silver Plan is recommended for World Bnei Akiva - Kadima. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.
| Enrollment Age | Monthly Payment | Guaranteed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | $158/mo | $63,825 |
| Age 3 | $186/mo | $57,466 |
| Age 5 | $212/mo | $53,300 |
| Age 8 | $269/mo | $47,162 |
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