Women's Philanthropy Mission to Memphis
April 26 - 29, 2020
Take a journey through the soundtrack of a revolution – join us as we delve into Jewish involvement in the Civil Rights Movement and the creation of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Highlights
- Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at The National Civil Rights Museum
- Enjoy live music on Beale Street
- Get All Shook Up at Graceland
- Visit the legendary Sun Studio – the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll
- Meet with reformed KKK Grand Dragon, Scott Shepherd
- Learn about Jewish life in the South from local Jewish women
In support of the 2020 UJA Annual Campaign
Chairs: Shari Berman and Eileen Weiss
*Minimum Gift: This mission is intended for women who give $1,800 or more to the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ UJA Annual Campaign.
Registration deadline: February 28
We cannot guarantee seats space at the hotel if you register after this date.
For more information contact Heidi Kuperman, Missions Director, at hkuperman@jfedgmw.org or (973) 929-3046
Cost (land only):
$1,699 per person based on double occupancy; $525 single supplement
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU BUY TRAVEL INSURANCE AS THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THE STRICT CANCELLATION POLICY
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Registration: $500 non-refundable deposit
February 28, 2020: 100% non-refundable final payment due. There will be no refund if you cancel after this date
A 100% cancellation fee applies also:
- In case of no/show at departure
- If cancellation occurs after travel has started (unused services will not be refunded)
Cost Includes
Accommodations:
3 nights at the Peabody Hotel
149 Union Avenue
Memphis, TN
Amenities:
- 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Transportation on a deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
- Sightseeing including entrance fees to all sites
- Water and snacks on bus
- Porterage
- Guide
Additional Details
All participants will be asked to contribute to Jewish social services at home, in Israel, and worldwide by making a voluntary suggested minimum contribution of an unrestricted $1,800 gift to the 2020 UJA Campaign.
Generally, according to the Internal Revenue Code, your gift is deductible only to the extent that it, plus your payment for this Mission, exceed the benefit received. In addition, any payments for extra air and/or land costs are not tax deductible.
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