Why should I attend the Global Conference for Israel?

Global Conference for Israel is your front row seat - and often, a backstage pass - to Jewish National Fund-USA. It is a chance to gather firsthand experience of the work that we do to rebuild Israel's southern expanses, reimagine its northern reaches, and develop the core of its being.

A diverse array of leaders and stakeholders, philanthropists and professionals, will engage you through plenaries, breakouts, and networking sessions that discuss the most critical themes of Israel's past, present, and future.

Where and when will Global Conference for Israel take place?

Global Conference for Israel begins on the afternoon of Thursday, November 12 and concludes on the morning of Sunday, November 15. It will be held entirely at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Conference Center in Chula Vista, CA.


Participants will be encouraged to spend the morning and early afternoon of Thursday, November 12 taking advantage of the area's numerous local attractions.

What is the cost of participating?

Full Conference tickets are available for $800.
Professionals of the Jewish communal space are available to purchase tickets for $550.

Those between the ages of 22-40 - our JNFuture cohort - can purchase tickets for $250.
Additional benefits are available for specific donor society members.

What is the cancellation policy?

In the event that you must cancel your registration, your ticket purchase will be applied as a donation to the current campaign year.

Will the event have security?

Yes! We are working with a number of partners, including the City of Chula Visita PD, to ensure that Global Conference for Israel has a visible, reliable, and effective security presence.

Will remarks be streamed online? Can I attend virtually?

Global Conference for Israel 2026 will be an in-person gathering only.

Is there a room block available at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Conference Center?

Yes! You can book a room from Thursday, November 12 through Sunday, November 15. For Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center information and reservations, click here.

What if I need to cancel my hotel room?

All reservations are the responsibility of the booker; please contact the hotel directly to address cancellation concerns.

Is food included with my registration?

Friday night Shabbat dinner is included with your purchase of a Full Conference ticket.
A full kosher meal plan will also be available for purchase online prior to the start of Global Conference for Israel.

I cannot attend for the full duration of Global Conference for Israel; can I attend for one day only?

Yes! Day-pass tickets will be available for purchase in the coming weeks.

Attire

Attire for Global Conference for Israel is business casual.

I am a Jewish communal professional. Is there a discount for my registration?

Yes, Jewish communal professionals are offered a discounted rate to attend Global Conference for Israel. Please see the registration page for further details.

I am an exhibitor who would like to participate in the Zionist Expo. Who can I speak to?

Please email Jason Churchfield at jchurchfield@jnf.org

Are there sponsorship opportunities at Global Conference for Israel?

Yes! To learn more details about sponsorship opportunities at Global Conference for Israel, please email Jason Churchfield at jchurchfield@jnf.org

In the event you cannot attend the conference,
we will apply your registration fee as a donation to our campaign.