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11/09/2026

Shana Tova 🍎🍯🌿

May the new year bring moments of growth, meaningful connections, and endless reasons to look forward.

May it be a year filled with peace, hope, good health, and new beginnings a year where communities grow stronger, dreams take root, and the future shines brighter.

Wishing you and your loved ones a sweet and wonderful New Year. 💚

Shana Tova from KKL-JNF 🌳

09/09/2026

25 Years Since 9/11 🕯️

This evening, we held our annual memorial ceremony at the 9/11 Living Memorial in Jerusalem’s Arazim Valley, marking 25 years since the tragic day that changed the world.

Together with JNF-USA and the U.S. Embassy in Israel, we gathered with bereaved families, representatives of Israel’s security and emergency services, and distinguished guests to remember the 2,997 victims and honor their memory.

The ceremony was attended by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky, JNF-USA President and CEO Russell Robinson, and additional representatives from Israel and the United States.

During the ceremony, we laid wreaths in memory of the victims, heard the stories of families who lost their loved ones, and were moved by musical performances by the Israel Police Orchestra, the “Great in Uniform” band, and Art of Nova.

The 9/11 Living Memorial in Jerusalem, established at the initiative of KKL-JNF and JNF-USA, is the only memorial outside the United States that bears the names of all the victims of the attacks. For us at KKL-JNF, it represents the deep bond between Israel and the United States and our shared commitment to standing together against terrorism, in support of freedom, democracy, and peace.

📸 Take a look at photos from this moving ceremony.

Photo: Alex Kolomoisky, KKL-JNF Communications Department

08/09/2026

Rebuilding Home in Nahal Oz 💚

Nearly three years after the devastating events of October 7, which deeply affected Kibbutz Nahal Oz, we inaugurated the “Sdot” neighborhood, featuring six new duplex residential buildings that will enable new families to join the community and build their homes here.

And this is only part of the renewal taking place. Alongside the “Sdot” neighborhood, the “Eucalyptus” neighborhood is also being built, with four additional residential buildings expected to be completed in the coming months.

KKL-JNF invested approximately NIS 8.8 million in the development of these two neighborhoods, as part of our commitment to supporting the rehabilitation of Nahal Oz and strengthening communities impacted by October 7. Over the past three years, we have also supported additional projects in the kibbutz, including a sports complex and a water reservoir.

At the neighborhood’s inauguration ceremony, KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky said:
"Standing here in Nahal Oz and seeing a new neighborhood rising in a place that was so deeply affected is a true picture of victory a powerful expression of choosing life."

KKL-JNF will continue standing alongside Nahal Oz and the communities affected, working to rebuild, strengthen, and help create a renewed future for Israel’s southern communities.

📸 Photo: Ido Shalom, KKL-JNF Photo Archive

06/09/2026

Building the Future of the Negev Together 💚

Last week, we laid the cornerstone for a special project in Lehavim that will bring together culture, community, and employment in one shared space.

The new complex will include a cultural center with around 500 seats, hosting performances, exhibitions, conferences, and community events for residents of the region. Alongside it, a professional training center will provide people with disabilities the opportunity to develop skills, integrate into the workforce, and build greater independence.

What makes this project unique is the connection between all these elements — culture, employment, and community coming together to create an inclusive space open to everyone.

The project is being developed through a partnership between the Lehavim Local Council, Bnei Shimon Regional Council, KKL-JNF, the Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs, the National Insurance Institute, Shalem Fund, and additional partners.

The cornerstone ceremony was attended by President of Israel Isaac Herzog and KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky, who highlighted the importance of creating a regional cultural center that serves diverse communities and drives meaningful change in the area.

At KKL-JNF, we will continue investing in the Negev and supporting initiatives that strengthen communities, create opportunities, and build a better future. 🌿

📸 Photos: Matan El Bushri, KKL-JNF Photo Archive

03/09/2026

Autumn Is Arriving at Hula Lake 🦩💚

There is always something magical happening at Hula Lake Park, KKL-JNF.

The first signs of autumn are already here, and with them come the first migratory birds. Flamingos, pelicans, and storks have begun arriving at the lake, stopping here on their long journey south toward Africa.

A beautiful glimpse of nature in motion, captured by the live cameras at Hula Lake Park, KKL-JNF. 🌿

📹 Footage: Hula Lake Park, KKL-JNF

01/09/2026

How Did Students Do Homework Before Computers? 📚🌿

And what did students do during recess before smartphones?

Ahead of the new school year, we opened a very special album from the KKL-JNF Photo Archive and discovered five rare photographs from 1925–1963, taking us back to the classrooms of the past.

In Kfar Hasidim, for example, lessons took place under a tree, with children sitting in a circle and listening to their teacher. In Jerusalem, students studied in a library; in Mishmar HaEmek, a classroom featured a blackboard, a map, and notebooks; and in Tzur Hadassah, a student solved a math problem in front of the entire class.

These photographs are much more than memories. They tell the story of education, community, and everyday life in Israel, reminding us how much has changed and how many things have stayed exactly the same.

So, just before the first school bell rings, join us on a journey almost 100 years back to discover how students learned in Israel’s early days.

Wishing all students a successful school year! 🎒🌳

📸 From the KKL-JNF Photo Archive

26/08/2026

Marsh Cat Kittens Playing at Hula Lake 🐾🌿

Admit it… it’s impossible to watch and not smile. 😊

These adorable marsh cat kittens were spotted playing and exploring at Hula Lake Park, KKL-JNF a little glimpse of the wild and wonderful life thriving in this unique habitat.

📸 Photo: Inbar Shlomit Rubin, Hula Lake Park, KKL-JNF

24/08/2026

KKL-JNF with Israel’s South 💚 Strengthening the Future

KKL-JNF sees the South as a region full of opportunity, growth, and development. Therefore, KKL-JNF’s Board of Directors has approved a NIS 284 million investment plan to support communities and residents across southern Israel.

The investment will support communities and local authorities throughout the Lachish region, Western Negev, Be’er Sheva metropolitan area, and the Arava, including infrastructure and public facilities, land development, education, culture, settlement initiatives, and memorial projects.

As part of this effort, KKL-JNF will establish three Houses of Excellence in Eilat, Dimona, and Kiryat G*t, with an investment of NIS 57 million, creating new opportunities for young people in the South to learn, develop, and succeed.

In addition, NIS 30 million will be dedicated to encouraging young families to build their future in communities including Sderot, Ofakim, Netivot, Arad, Dimona, and Mitzpe Ramon.

This investment is about much more than infrastructure. It is about strengthening people, communities, and the ability to build a thriving future in Israel’s South.

📸 Photo: KKL-JNF Photo Archive

20/08/2026

Standing Together with Jewish Communities in Israel and Around the World ✡️

The recent acts of violence and vandalism targeting synagogues in Manhattan and Jerusalem are a painful reminder that the fight against antisemitism remains as urgent as ever in Israel and across the world.

At KKL-JNF, we strongly condemn all forms of hatred, incitement, and violence against Jews and against any community. The attack on worshippers at a synagogue in New York and the vandalism of a synagogue in Jerusalem highlight the need for determined and ongoing action to strengthen the security, resilience, and unity of Jewish communities.

Against the backdrop of rising antisemitic incidents worldwide, KKL-JNF’s Board of Directors, led by Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky, has decided to double the organization’s annual budget dedicated to combating antisemitism and advancing Zionist initiatives on campuses from NIS 3 million to NIS 6 million.

In addition, KKL-JNF continues to strengthen its connection with Jewish communities around the world and promote initiatives that enhance community resilience, security, and emergency preparedness.

In the face of hatred and violence, our responsibility is to stand together, support our communities, and ensure that no Jewish community stands alone.

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