2024 Y2I Application Checklist

The Morton and Lillian Waldfogel Charitable Foundation provides financial assistance for families in need to cover costs of Y2I fees. Contact Sharon Wyner (978-565-4450 or swyner@lappinfoundation.org for more information.
The Lappin Foundation reserves the right to cancel the trip or change the itinerary at any time for any reason. If you have any questions, please call Deborah Coltin, Executive Director, at 978-740-4428 or email dcoltin@lappinfoundation.org.

Only completed Application Packets will be considered for acceptance to 2024 Y2I.

Due by June 14, 2024:

___ Registration – Complete online registration.

Due by June 14, 2024:

___ Two Letters of Recommendation – Letters of Recommendation are accepted from individuals who have known the applicant for at least six months, including teachers, coaches, counselors, or employers. Recommendation forms from applicant’s friends or family members will not be accepted.

___   Student in Good Standing Statement Form – To be completed by a school administrator or guidance counselor.

___ Signed forms: Code of Conduct and Statement of Responsibility for Teen, Code of Conduct and Statement of Responsibility for Parent/Guardian(s), Liability Release Form, Cancellation and Reimbursement Policies, Consent for Administration of Approved Over the Counter Medications, and Contract. Forms must be signed by both parents/guardians (if applicable) and their teen.

___ Check for $200 program fee* made payable to Lappin Foundation mail to: Sharon Wyner, Lappin Foundation, 100 Cummings Center, Suite 220-G, Beverly, MA 01915

___ One copy of teen’s Health Insurance Card, front and back

___ One clear copy of entire picture page of passport (Note: that a passport is not valid for travel to Israel if it expires on or before July 1, 2025) If teen does not a have a passport, please apply ASAP.

Due by September 22, 2024:

___ Medical health form signed by doctor, dated within a year of the trip (December 2024). The form is the one that the doctor gives you that lists immunizations and is used for camp or sports. If your teen is due to have their doctor’s appointment after the due date, let Sharon know the date of the appointment at 978-565-4450 or email swyner@lappinfoundation.org.

___ Check for $700, made payable to Lappin Foundation: $70 medical/travel insurance*; $130 tips*; $500 refundable deposit. Mail to: Sharon Wyner, Lappin Foundation, 100 Cummings Center, Suite 220-G, Beverly, MA 01915

You can get a printable copy of the checklist HERE

If you have any questions, you can call Sharon at 978-565-4450 or email swyner@lappinfoundation.org.

*Financial aid for fees is available from the Morton and Lillian Waldfogel Charitable Foundation.

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