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What is the connection between Zionism and planting trees in Israel?

Trees have repeatedly been destroyed by war, fires, and other causes, but we have always planted again as an expression of Jewish resilience and rebuilding.

‘MAN IS like the tree of the field.’
Ayalon Canada Park after the fire.

Ancient olive trees damaged in wildfires given new life, rehabilitated into bonsai trees

First flamingos of the season at the KKL-JNF Hula Lake.

Israel enters ‘fascinating season’ as migratory birds arrive at KKL-JNF’s Hula Lake

Noa Kirel speaks during a press conference in Ra’anana on February 17, 2026, ahead of her upcoming concert at Park HaYarkon.

‘Bring back joy’: Noa Kirel leads KKL-JNF’s ‘Forest of Stars’ summer festival, amid several artists


Memories of the blue box: A look at the history of the KKL-JNF tzedakah box

The ubiquitous KKL-JNF blue box has been part of our reality for generations, with a history stretching back through the ages.

 A KKL-JNF tzedakah box is seen on a first-grader’s desk, Moshav Tsofit, 1954.

The Jerusalem Post and KKL-JNF invite readers to plant a tree in memory of the October 7 victims

KKL-JNF to dedicate the Swords of Iron Forest in the Western Negev.

The site of the Nova Music Festival massacre, 2024

KKL-JNF leads massive effort to save Israel's southern agricultural heartland from collapse

Time is running out: KKL-JNF leads a historic mission to revive Israel’s devastated farming communities.

 Agricultural land at Gaza envelope

KKL's concert gives a night of hope for injured IDF heroes

With two recent terror attacks in Tel Aviv and Israelis anxiously awaiting the return of the remaining Gaza hostages, events such as this one are pivotal in boosting morale.

 PERFORMING FOR IDF veterans at Reading 3, at the Tel Aviv port.

A night of hope for injured IDF heroes - concert review

Filled with music, dancing and an abundance of food and drinks, KKL-JNF managed to set the stage for a night of hope and joy in the midst of so much pain and loss.

 PERFORMING FOR IDF vets at Reading 3.

First almond blossom signals early spring in Golan Heights

The iconic tree, which flowers before its leaves emerge, has long symbolized Israel's spring awakening with its fragrant white and pink blossoms.

 First Almond Tree of Winter Blooms in Mevo Hama Forest, Golan Heights

KKL-JNF launches planting campaign to save rare butterfly species in Israel

KKL-JNF and volunteers in the Jerusalem Mountains are restoring the habitat of the rare Tomares nesimachus butterfly.

 The Tomares nesimachus Butterfly, whose life-cycle depends on one specific plant.

Seeing green again: KKL-JNF faces a 30-40 year challenge of restoring forests damaged by Hezbollah

Since the outbreak of Swords of Iron War on October 7, 2023, vast areas of forests and open lands have been severely damaged, primarily due to fires caused by daily barrages of rockets and missiles.

 Smoke rises from a fire which broke out from missiles fired from Lebanon at a forest outside the northern Israeli city of Tzfat, September 24, 2024.

War Wounds All: Hope for Injured Animals in Northern Israel

New from The Jerusalem Post and KKL-JNF: FREE e-book that details the work of the Agamon Wildlife Rehabilitation Centerץ

Rescuing Hope: A Lifeline for Injured Animals in Northern Israel

KKL-JNF: Preserving and Protecting Israel’s Forests

KKL-JNF invests significant efforts to rehabilitate Israel’s forests, fostering the physical and emotional recovery of Israeli society while offering hope and healing during these difficult times.

 Fires in northern Israel