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Jewish National Fund-USA

Jewish National Fund-USA builds a strong, vibrant future for the land and people of Israel through bold initiatives and Zionist education. As a leading philanthropic movement, the organization supports critical environmental and nation-building activities in Israel’s north and south as it develops new communities in the Negev and Galilee, connects the next generation to Israel, and creates infrastructure and programs that support ecology, people with disabilities, and heritage site preservation, all while running a fully accredited study abroad experience through its Alexander Muss High School in Israel.
With Jewish National Fund-USA’s revamped EZ Tree® program, planting a tree in Israel is just a click away.
“Our task force experienced firsthand how life on the border can change in an instant,” said Gaza Envelope Task Force chair Betsy Fischer.
Jewish National Fund-USA ambassadors (donors) attended a moving ceremony at the Israeli national memorial site in Jerusalem.
As Israel celebrates 75 years of independence, the beloved actor, who was 17 in 1948, reflects on his father’s “ardent Zionism,” his own legacy and what he wants the next generation to know about the Jewish state.
Some 32 participants are gearing up to take part in an academic exchange exploring Israel’s history, government, culture and economy.
“Something so simple and ordinary to me, such as waiting for the school bus, can be a life-or-death situation for the children of Sderot,” said Logan Freiberg.
The logistics involved in the process of assisting new arrivals are complex. Nevertheless, with the aid of Israeli citizens, these individuals are receiving the support they need.
“Do we really take the time to say, ‘What was the Balfour Declaration?’ instead of just knowing that it exists. We get to unpack things on a deeper level,” says Rabbi Erez Sherman of Sinai Temple.
Recent flash floods underscore the need for visitors to the Negev Desert to be vigilant of changing conditions, especially as tourists arrive for the Passover holiday season.