What is the catch here? Good question. But as it sounds unbelievable, there is NO catch at all. Nichego, Nada, Nothing, Zilch, Zero. Well, it’s free to you but not to sponsors. In fact, each participant cost sponsors more than $3000. So you may ask, what sponsors want in return? Again: Nichego, Nada, Nothing, Zilch, Zero. The only action the sponsors of this free trip would like you to do upon your return is to let others know of its existence, so they too can experience the Taglit-Birthright Israel gift.
In conjunction with Taglit-Birthright Israel, Ezra is proud to offer you free and unforgettable 10-day tour of Israel. This amazing gift is available to all Jewish young adults, ages 18 through 26 who have never been to Israel before on a previous peer/educational tour.
Taglit-Birthright Israel & Ezra North America offers you this extraordinary gift because we strongly believe that a visit to your homeland trip to Israel is your birthright. These tours are open to all Jews, regardless of background, affiliation or practice. This is an amazing opportunity to visit and fall in love with your homeland and become close friends with other participants.

The trip is a gift and fully paid for by Taglit - Birthright Israel.