KKL-JNF

Growing global connections: How KKL-JNF trades knowledge with the world

From forest management to climate resilience, the organization is exporting Israeli expertise while learning innovative strategies from international partners

First Lady of Kenya Rachel Ruto at the Eshtaol Nursery of Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael, together with Karin Bolton, KKL-JNF section head for international organizations, and nursery manager Rotem Atias.
The new exhibition at the Knesset, February 3, 2026.

New archaeology exhibit marks 60 years of Knesset building with rare finds from Jerusalem, Galilee

Jerusalem 1951, Young Girl Planting a Sapling During Tu BiShvat.

KKL-JNF marks Tu Bishvat, highlighting tree-planting tradition with newly released archival photos

KKL-JNF building in Jerusalem

KKL-JNF increases funding for communities affected by October 7, educational budget


US lawmakers from 50 states plant trees in city raided by Hamas on Oct. 7

‘Each tree becomes a symbol of love for the land and of the profound connection that unites us,’ KKL-JNF World Chairwoman Ifat Ovadia-Luski said.

Members of a delegation fo 250 state legislators from 50 US states plant saplings at Park Ofakim after a ceremony by KKL-JNF.

Bipartisan US support reminds Israel that true friends stand by us, official tells 'Post'

Seeing bipartisan support from those attending the "50 States One Israel" conference shows Israel's true friends stand by us, Foreign Ministry Deputy Director for North America Lior Haiat said.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses 50 delegates from the US at the "50 States One Israel" conference in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025.

New Garin Tzabar Lone Soldier home opens in Galilee

First facility to house lone soldiers alongside Israeli peers inaugurated at Hannaton Educational Center.

 Hannaton Garin participants at the inauguration ceremony of the new Lone Soldiers’ House.

'Cowardly act': Swastika carved into KKL-JNF office doors in Rome

The incident is "a painful reminder that Jew-hatred continues to raise its head in Europe and beyond,” KKL-JNF's World Chairwoman wrote in a statement.

A swastika was carved on the door of the KKL-JNF offices in Rome.

KKL-JNF protests planned expansion to Route 443, argues it will harm Ben Shemen Forest

KKL-JNF: The plan would require extensive tree removal, disrupting the ecological continuity in one of Israel's most popular nature areas, and reduce areas of the forest available for the public.

Route 443 in Israel

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.

General view of the Russian Orthodox church in the Ein Karem neighbourhood of Jerusalem, October 30, 2020

Pedaling for passion, land, and community at Winner Epic Israel’s 10th anniversary

“We wanted to create a true mountain bike race in Israel that connects a love of the land, challenging sport, and a strong community,"said race founder and producer Gal Tsachor.

THE LANDMARK 10th edition of Epic Israel honors Giora Tsachor’s vision, bringing cyclists from all walks of life in a celebration of sport and unity.

Alon Olearchik, Assaf Amdursky remove signatures from artists’ petition against Gaza war

KKL had canceled Olearchik’s appearance over the petition’s claims that the IDF was targeting children.

Alon Olearchik (L) and Assaf Amdursky (R).

KKL-JNF inaugurates new visitors center in Sataf Forest, Jerusalem Hills, after $4.5 m. investment

Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund has inaugurated a new visitor center that will offer visitors information about the site, including maps for trails.

The new Sataf visitor center.

The New Zealand-Zionist connection: How one family helped shape Israel’s birth

Yitzhak Treister's great-uncle helped nudge New Zealand toward the ‘yes’ that changed history.

 YITZHAK TREISTER