Have a great school year. The Birthright program is a wonderful gift for those who did not have the opportunity of a meaningful Israel experience n their teenage years. It is designed for Jewish young adults who have not had the privilege to visit Medinat Yisrael. The money is an incentive, to encourage those who may not go otherwise. However, the money is limited and not a bottomless pit.
Places are chosen by lottery, when the spots are full, they are full.
This program is on the way to being added, by several Jewish American communities, as an incentive program for High Schoolars as well. It will be a matching program. Communities can participate by committing to contribute to the incentive that will be passed on to enable more teenagers to participate in Israel programs. Check to see if your community will be participating. I hope this clears up your concerns.