Jewish National Fund
No. 48: Russell Robinson, Bruce Leboff, Elliot Brandt, and Bernard Kaminetsky
Holding the line for Israel – in the desert, in Congress, and across the Diaspora.
On this day in history: Theodor Herzl convenes First Zionist Congress in Basel
North American aliyah hits record month as over 1,100 olim arrive, with 4,000 expected in 2026
Ancient olive trees damaged in wildfires given new life, rehabilitated into bonsai trees
KKL-JNF to plant forest in Argentina in memory of those murdered at Nova music festival
Tree planting has already begun near the city, and the site, which will also include a memorial for the victims, is expected to be inaugurated in October 2026.
Jerusalem hills finally recovering from devastating 2025 wildfires
With Lag Ba'omer approaching, and Israelis recalling last year's Independence Day wildfires, the Fire and Rescue Authority issued a statement banning unsanctioned bonfires.
JNF Chairman elected: Ostrinsky to lead KKL as NYC Mayor scraps IHRA definition
Ostrinsky is set to serve in the position for two and a half years on behalf of the Liberal World Zionist Congress bloc.
World Zionist Congress coalition agreement negotiations to continue post-Yesh Atid withdrawal
Several sources familiar with the matter said that Yesh Atid had only harmed itself by not participating, in addition to damaging the reputation of the National Institutions.
Yesh Atid blows up WZC agreement, to submit KKL nationalization bill
"This evening I want to announce that Yesh Atid has decided it will not be part of any of the agreements in the Zionist institutions," Lapid said.
Israeli opposition MK Cohen selected as new Jewish National Fund chairman
The selection was announced during the World Zionist Congress on Wednesday.
Petition complicates Patriarchate lands dispute in Jerusalem
Sources involved in the story argue that an appeal by some of the apartment and property owners to the High Court of Justice a month ago only makes a solution more distant.
A second Herzl moment: Why Zionist institutions must reform now - opinion
It’s time to pause and ask: Do Zionist institutions serve the Jewish people today, or primarily themselves?
‘We’re coming home!’ Misgav Am residents return after security crisis with volunteer support
Despite the challenges and adversity faced, the people of Misgav Am and volunteers from all across Israel have shown their dedication to rebuilding, restoring, and renewing their community.
Jewish Federations, Birthright to expand Israel volunteer efforts
JFNA and Birthright Israel are launching a major effort to send 10,000 Jewish volunteers to Israel in 2025.
