Monthly News from Russell F. Robinson

The Robinson Report | From the desk of Jewish National Fund-USA's CEO

Dear Friends,

On my latest trip to Israel, I was reminded once again of something Jewish National Fund-USA has believed for 125 years: incredible things happen when people share a vision.

Israel is not simply a place we visit. It is the realization of hopes and dreams carried by generations before us. Walking the land, meeting communities, and witnessing growth across the country, I saw again what the pioneers, visionaries, and believers saw. People like Theodor Herzl, my great-grandfather, and countless others who dared to dream of a thriving Jewish homeland when many believed it was impossible.

They saw possibility where others saw obstacles. They believed in a future they might never personally experience. Today, we have the privilege of living in the very adventure they imagined.

Whether it is a donor making a gift for generations yet to come, a mayor looking beyond the borders of a single community, or leaders gathering to imagine what is possible for an entire region, I continue to be inspired by people who understand a simple truth: Israel's future is built by all of us, together.

We are blessed to stand where our predecessors once stood in faith, carrying forward their dreams while creating new opportunities for generations who will follow us.

In this Robinson Report, I want you to meet some of the remarkable individuals who are coming together for the land and people of Israel, continuing a journey began long before us and filled with possibility for those who come after us.

Together, we are not only witnessing history. We are helping write its next chapter.

Imagining a Future for the Ages

At 92 years old, Shirley Levitt had a vision.

In 2007, almost no one lived in the desert village of Carmit in Israel’s South. Yet, Shirley dedicated a generous fund in her estate to building a synagogue there. Her reasoning: “One day, when children grow up in this area, and they will write the next chapter of Israel’s story. They need something to believe in.”

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Connection in the South

Recently, we welcomed mayors and regional council heads from across the Negev for a special dinner in Be'er Sheva to connect and discuss what we want the future of the region to be. Looking around the room, I expected each leader to spend the evening advocating for their own community.

But that isn't what happened.

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A Gathering in the Galilee

I had the privilege of hosting entrepreneurs, educators, researchers, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and local officials at the Galilee Culinary Institute by JNF (GCI by JNF), featuring the Rosenfield School of Culinary Arts, to discuss the progress of both our institution and the general growth across Israel’s North.

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As we approach Rosh Hashanah, we must continue committing ourselves to the values that shape the land and people of Israel’s future.

The stories I’ve shared with you all point to the same truth: when people come together around a shared purpose, extraordinary things happen. Communities grow. Dreams become reality. And Israel becomes stronger for generations to come.

Continue to build, inspire, and invest in the land and people of Israel. Help us grow to One Million Voices for Israel, and write the next chapter of Israel's story.

As always, feel free to connect with me at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Russell F. Robinson

Chief Executive Officer, Jewish National Fund-USA

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