Jewish National Fund -USA – Go North Initiative

Jewish National Fund-USA is a non-profit organization, which was established in 1901. Every year, the organization raises tens of millions of dollars for the State of Israel, with many of the donations going toward fulfillment of the organization’s vision of developing the Galilee through its Go North initiative. Among its many projects, JNF-USA is working to promote tourism in the Negev and the Galilee, as an engine for economic growth. In addition, the organization is active in the areas of education, health, housing, employment, and assisting people with special needs.

GO NORTH

In 2006, JNF-USA launched Go North – a strategic initiative aimed at bolstering and developing the Galilee. The creation of the Information Center in Akko is an intrinsic part of the broader vision of JNF-USA, which anticipates the absorption of 300,000 new residents in the north of Israel over the next decade, and its becoming a significant player in the country’s economy.

JEWISH NATIONAL FUND WESTERN GALILEE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER

In March 2016, JNF-USA officially opened a tourist information center in the Old City of Akko. The main goal of the Center – which is run by the Western Galilee Now association in cooperation with local tour operators – is to serve as a gateway to the entire Western Galilee for the 2 million tourists arriving in Akko every year.
The information center attracts many travelers taking in the ancient colorful remains of its port city, and guides them to the many tourist attractions in the whole region, this way strengthening the entire area. Getting visitors to see the interior region and to shop, dine, and stay overnight – required the vision of Jewish National Fund. Today, thanks to the information center, more and more travelers are discovering the lush landscapes of this storied region every year, and tourism is fueling new development and empowering the Galilee’s younger residents to put down roots.

The JNF-USA information center also uses its beautiful building to host concerts and performances, events, co-existence gatherings and art exhibitions in the Space Gallery of the center.