The communities near Israel’s southern border with Gaza have been on the frontlines for decades, suffering constant rocket and mortar fire, kite terror, and most recently and devastatingly, the October 7 attack.
We are proud to have accompanied the western Negev communities since their foundation, and we know their strength and resilience from up close. These brave, dedicated residents already know what they need to rebuild. We are just there to give them a helping hand.
To become a partner with a western Negev community, explore the projects below.
Partnership Opportunities
Name: A Place of Resilience and Growth - The New Playground at Kibbutz Or HaNer
Description: Kibbutz Or HaNer, located in the western Negev just north of Sderot and near the Gaza Strip, was forever changed on October 7, 2023. On that day, members of the kibbutz played a crucial role in a major battle when its Rapid Response Unit joined forces with the nearby Kibbutz Erez to repel dozens of Hamas terrorists. Fighting side by side, they prevented a massacre and blocked further infiltration. This battle became one of the central stories of heroism from that day, and tragically, one member of Kibbutz Or HaNer was killed in action.
Project number: 23485 
Name: A Park in Southern Israel That Says: We’re Here to Stay - A New Children's Park for Nir Am
Description: Kibbutz Nir Am sits in the northwestern Negev, just west of Sderot, close enough to the Gaza Strip to have experienced the horrors of the October 7 terror attack and its aftermath, and they are now looking to rebuild every single day.
Project number: 23488 
Name: A Field That Means More Than Just the Game: Multi-Purpose Sports Field at Kibbutz Bror Hayil
Description: Near the Gaza border, Kibbutz Bror Hayil has shown extraordinary resilience since October 7. After evacuation, trauma, and disruption, the community returned, rebuilt, and chose to move forward. The next step in this recovery is future-focused: the establishment of a first-of-its-kind multi-purpose sports field.
Project number: 23483 
Name: Restoring Joy: Rebuilding the Playground in Mabu’im
Description: Since the horrific events of October 7th and the war that followed, communities across Israel’s south, including the residents of Mabu’im in the Merhavim Regional Council, have been facing daily challenges of resilience, security, and recovery. In times like these, public spaces for children take on even greater meaning: they become both physically safe havens and emotional sanctuaries where children can breathe, laugh, and gradually return to a healthy, stable routine.
Project number: 22353 
Name: Playgrounds Build Communities: Let’s Build One Together in Shavei Darom New Playground next to the Synagogue
Description: There’s nothing quite like the sound of children playing. It’s the heartbeat of a thriving community, the sign of resilience, and, frankly, the best reminder of why we invest in the future. In Shavei Darom, a growing community in southern Israel—that future is under construction. Literally.
Project number: 22362 
Name: Renewing the Heart of a Community: Bitha’s Revitalized Center Builds a Stronger Tomorrow
Description: In the wake of the devastating events of October 7th, KKL-JNF has taken decisive action to support Israel’s southern communities. As part of our strategic initiative to strengthen the agricultural and communities in the Gaza Envelope region, KKL-JNF proudly supported the full renovation of the community center in Moshav Bitha, a vital project that has now been completed.
Status: Pending Donation Project number: 22457 
Name: Breathing New Life into the South: KKL-JNF Renovates the Music and Dance Center in Mabuim
Description: In the wake of the tragic events of October 7th and the trauma that followed, KKL-JNF launched a national emergency initiative, committing to reinforce and rehabilitate Israel’s southern periphery. This bold plan includes support for public infrastructure, emotional recovery, and the renewal of essential community spaces — helping families remain rooted in their homes with pride and resilience.
Status: Pending Donation Project number: 22455 
Name: Restoring Purity and Community: Renovating the Mikveh in Gilat
Description: In times of crisis, faith and community become our strongest anchors. In the heart of Israel’s Negev, just miles from the Gaza border, the people of Gilat are holding onto both - and KKL-JNF is standing with them. Join us and support essential infrastructure for spiritual and communal life in Israel’s south.
Status: Pending Donation Project number: 22449 
Name: Reviving the Land, Restoring Hope: Agricultural Renewal in Southern Israel
Description: KKL-JNF is developing new agricultural fields in the vicinity of the Gaza Strip, helping Israeli communities hit by the October 7th attacks back on their feet and returning optimism to the region.
Project number: 20998 
Name: A Life-Saving Hub for Israel's South: Help Build the United Hatzalah Municipal Emergency Command and Relief Center in Sderot
Description: Be a Catalyst for Change, Partner with KKL-JNF to Strengthen Emergency Medical Readiness for Tens of Thousands
Project number: 22459 
Name: Empowering Israel’s Resilience: Giving Hope Through Sderot’s Educational Transformation
Description: KKL-JNF is supporting a project to develop and improve the surroundings of a new high school in the embattled city of Sderot. Join us in transforming a haven for education into a symbol of hope and resilience and be a part of something truly meaningful. Together, we can make a difference..
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