Green Israel

KKL-JNF at the Forefront of Battle against Gaza Arson Attacks

Thanks to the fire prevention measures set in motion last year, the fires are causing less destruction this time around.

Tel Aviv car-sharing venture reduces ratio of cars per household

Registered subscriber usage of the service has increased every month since its founding and nearly 10,000 customers are currently subscribed.

Mentors making a difference for Jewish and Arab youth

Jewish Agency ‘Youth Futures’ program bridges gaps in Jerusalem

KKL-JNF Launches Comprehensive Gaza Border Work Plan

110m NIS work plan includes land development for housing, agriculture and roads, repairing existing forests and infrastructure, new cycling trails, community respite activities and informal education

Pittsburgh Mayor Visits Tree of Life Synagogue Memorial in Israel

“Unlike 80 years ago when Jews were murdered, the people of Pittsburgh rallied to help those under attack. The police and politicians…stood up and said ‘never again,” said Pittsburgh Mayor.

Rotary Israel Plants the Paul Harris Peace Forest in the Desert

Israel’s first Rotary club was established in Jerusalem, in 1929. Today, 90 years later, there are 58 Rotary clubs in Israel, with about 1,500 members.

Guatemalan Delegation Unveils Israel-Guatemala Friendship Garden

“We want the future generations of children in Guatemala to have a park they share with the children of Israel,” said Mario Búcaro, Guatemalan Ambassador to Israel

ICEJ Delegation Visits Gaza Border Region

A delegation of German-speaking members of the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem (ICEJ) spent a day with KKL-JNF on the Gaza Border and planted trees in a ceremony in Tzora Forest.

Liberian President Plants Tree for Peace in Jerusalem

Liberian President George Manneh Weah plants an olive tree in the KKL-JNF Grove of Nations in Jerusalem, becoming the 112th head of state to do so.

Pittsburgh Mayor Visits Tree of Life Synagogue Memorial in Israel

“Unlike 80 years ago when Jews were murdered, the people of Pittsburgh rallied to help those under attack. The police and politicians…stood up and said ‘never again’,” Bill Peduto.

Special Needs Children Plant Trees in Jerusalem

This special event, which brought much joy to the 120 children and their teachers, was made possible by KKL-JNF supporters in Germany.

Lithuanian PM Plants Olive Tree in the Grove of Nations

Lithuanian PM Saulius Skevernelis becomes the 108th head of state to plant an olive tree in Jerusalem’s Grove of Nations as a symbol of friendship with Israel and the Jewish People.

President of Austria Plants a Tree in the Grove of Nations

On Tuesday, February 5, Austrian President Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen became the 109th head of state to plant an olive tree in the KKL-JNF Grove of Nations in Jerusalem.

Israel’s elite military divers must be ready for every scenario

Meet YALTAM.

Worlds Meet at Michmash Tree-Planting

Young American, Russian and Ukrainian participants in the Masa Israel Journey program plant trees together with IDF Border Guard recruits on their base in Michmash.

Rescued Musical Compositions of Holocaust Victims Released

JNF UK and KKL-JNF release Notes of Hope, a collection of musical works composed by Nazi death camp inmates. You can now watch the entire concert online.

JNF Toronto plants trees in Israel for Barry and Honey Sherman Z”L

Tuesday, January 8: Family and friends dedicated a grove of trees in the Carmel Forest in memory of Canadian philanthropists Barry and Honey Sherman z"l, one year after their sudden deaths.

Czech Republic volunteers fly in to work in Carmel Forest

Six volunteers from the Czech Republic come to Israel to volunteer for 10 days in the Carmel Forest, an annual tradition since the great fires there in 2010.

Youth of MDA and Tzamid plant a shared future together

Young members of MDA Youth and the Tzamid organization for people with special needs plant trees together in Emek Ayalon at a festive Tu Bishvat event sponsored by friends of JNF Holland.

Recycling plant to be established in Negev

Nir Bar David said: “This is a process that will streamline the treatment of waste throughout the region and will enable a wider view of the quality of recycling."

Australian Educators Connect with Israel

A delegation of teachers and educators from twenty schools in Australia and New Zealand is embarking on a 10-day study tour of Israel.

Ellie’s Oak Tree Corner Dedicated in Keren HaCarmel Forest

The Goldenberg family dedicate a recreation area in the Carmel in memory of their daughter and sister Ellie, whose life was tragically cut short at age 22.

Olive Trees Planted for the 11 Murdered in Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre

On Friday, 30 November 2018, a ceremony commemorating the 11 congregants murdered at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue last month took place in the Rosh Pina community forest.

A Green Jewel Flourishes in the Negev

The Gurevich Family Woodland forms part of the green belt of KKL-JNF forests planted around Beersheba, affording a green lung for the Negev’s capital.

Marching in salute of wounded IDF veterans and terror victims

In Israel today, there are over 70,000 people wounded in wars or by acts of terror. Appreciation Day is an opportunity to thank them and to acknowledge the physical and mental burden they still bear.

Students with ASD, NGOs, awarded Marks Foundation grants

On behalf of the Paula and Herman Marks Foundation, KKL-JNF awards grants to 10 college students on the Autism Spectrum and to 4 organizations that assist the special needs population.

KKL-JNF House will help youth excel in Kiryat Malachi

KKL-JNF House for Excellence will revolutionize informal education and empower the youth of Kiryat Malachi to dream big.

South African food security delegation visits Israel

A food security delegation from South Africa spent four days in Israel learning about the country’s innovative methods in water management and agriculture in semi-arid climates.

Czech foresters volunteer in Israel’s Masaryk Forest

The delegation's visit was part of the celebration to mark the 100th anniversary of the Czech Republic and to express their country’s friendship with Israel.

New Jersey governor plants a tree at Yad Kennedy

This was the governor’s sixth visit to Israel in four years together with his wife Tammy.