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// David Merage //

The Merage Foundation Israel is a private philanthropic foundation established by David and Laura Merage. Inspired by David Ben Gurion, since 1998, the Merage Foundation builds on the pioneering spirit, ingenuity, and unity of Israelis to ignite and scale a wide range of transformational programs in the areas of Negev Development, Aliya and Social Resilience

Our Core programs

Branding and developing the Negev region as a wine tourism area and turning it into a leading international destination for agricultural and wine tourism

The Negev R&D-Based Innovation Hub

A renewed Sense of Community and Solidarity Among Army Reservists

The DeserTech Community promotes the development, adaptation and commercialization of technologies that enable sustainable living in arid climates

Empowering Senior Adults Through Technology

Making Sure that Lone Soldiers Will Never Be Alone Again

Providing Individuals and Communities with the Tools for a Better Future​

Updates

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710 West Initiative – Employment Project for the Western Negev and North Evacuees

The foundation supports and promotes employment opportunities for evacuees from the Western Negev and North through the 710 West initiative. We believe that employment is an essential and effective tool for coping and building personal resilience.The 710 West initiative was established in collaboration with NGO 51, the Merage Foundation Israel, and additional partners. It is designed for all evacuees from the Western Negev and the North who have been evacuated from their homes. The initiative facilitates employment connections, helping evacuees find jobs tailored to their needs and abilities, while providing comprehensive employment support.

Visit us on the 710 West website.

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The Second “ Ben Gurion Report Conference”
The Future of the Negev
 
As part of its vision for Negev development, the Merage Foundation hosted the second Ben Gurion Conference in collaboration with the Ramat HaNegev Regional Council and additional partners on December 8, 2024. The conference, held by the participation of the President of Israel, government officials, and leading organizations from the Negev, who shared their activities and visions for advancing the region, with the goal of placing the Negev at the center of attention! We remain hopeful and committed to fulfilling the vital mission of rejuvenating and flourishing the Negev.
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Leading collaboration with Creation-Space to transform Mitzpe Ramon into a groundbreaking space city!
From its inception, the Merage Foundation recognized the Negev as a key of Israel’s growth and has spearheaded numerous initiatives for its development over the years. The Merage Foundation is proud to collaborate with Creation-Space, with a unique focus on transforming Mitzpe Ramon into a pioneering space city. Creation-Space, a global innovation hub, advances Space-Earth technologies aimed at supporting sustainable human presence in space while enhancing life on Earth. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the Merage Foundation’s vision of making the Negev a global innovation hub connecting communities, technology, and the environment.

Merage Foundation Israel

VisionNegev development
HistoryThe community of Iranian immigrants
TeamPakal - Company, Community, Cohesion
FoundersConnected to life
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