Jewish Care Empower Loan

Jewish Care Empower Interest-Free Loans

In addition to grants and scholarships, eligible applicants can also apply for an interest-free loan through Jewish Care Victoria’s Empower Interest-Free Loans Program to help cover the cost of your Israel program.

This initiative provides financial support to young adults from Victoria who are participating in Israel programs, including gap year, academic, internship, and volunteer experiences. These loans are designed to ease the financial burden of program fees, flights, insurance, and other associated costs.

Key Features:

• Up to $8,000 interest-free

• Repayments begin once you return to Australia

• Simple, confidential application process

• Can be used alongside Masa grants and Israel Go funding

  
  

Eligibility:

• Applicants must live in Victoria

• Demonstrate financial need

  
  

How to Apply:

Once you’ve been accepted into your program, you can apply directly through Jewish Care Victoria. The application includes a short interview, some financial documentation, and a co-signer (guarantor). All information is handled confidentially and respectfully.

Learn More:

For more information and to apply, visit jewishcare.org.au/empowerloans