Erman Trust
Israel program grants
Auckland, New Zealand
A grant-funded trust established in 1994 that provides financial assistance to members of the New Zealand Jewish community to participate in leadership and educational programs in Israel, with the expectation that participants return to contribute to their local Jewish communities.
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Application rounds with closing dates of 20 March, 20 June, and 20 September. Longer programs (10-11 months) require two years of community service contribution.
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Common questions
How do I make aliyah?
Making aliyah means immigrating to Israel under the Law of Return. Nefesh B'Nefesh, working with the Jewish Agency and Israel's government, helps North Americans and Brits through the process step by step, from the online application and documents to arrival and benefits.
Sources: Nefesh B'Nefesh: The Aliyah Process: Step by Step Overview · Nefesh B'Nefesh: Aliyah Application · checked 2026-11-07
Who can make aliyah under the Law of Return?
Israel's Law of Return gives Jews, children and grandchildren of Jews, and their spouses the right to immigrate and receive citizenship. The Jewish Agency and Nefesh B'Nefesh explain eligibility and the documents needed; questions about individual cases go to them.
Sources: The Jewish Agency for Israel: Aliyah to Israel · Nefesh B'Nefesh: The Law of Return · checked 2026-11-07
What is Bituach Leumi?
Bituach Leumi (National Insurance Institute) pays Israeli benefits such as child allowances, old-age pensions and unemployment. Its English site explains each benefit.
Source: National Insurance Institute of Israel: HomePage, National Insurance Institute · checked 2026-11-07
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