Strategic Opportunities
Strategic Opportunities The Merage Foundation remains committed to leveraging and mobilizing key strategic opportunities for regional economic development. These include: Supporting the National Committee for the establishment of an airport in Nevatim Supporting the development of the Bedouin Community Providing innovative urban planning tools for local municipalities Establishing a Mayor’s Forum for increased regional cooperation
AgriTourism
Economic Development in the Negev Negev Desert Wine Negev vineyards and wineries exhibit that when ancient traditions and pioneering agricultural innovations are aptly coupled, fine wine can be produced even under the harshest desert conditions. To position the Negev as an international destination for wine and agritourism, the foundation mobilizes the ecosystem and helps to […]
DeserTech
DeserTech The Merage Foundation is working with key partners across the region to establish a cohesive and dynamic DesertTech innovation cluster, positioning the Negev as the world’s hub for Desert Innovation. Our program aims to support the development and commercialization of climate change and desert technologies (such as AgTech, WaterTech, renewable Energy, Infrastructure, and other […]
Establishment of the Dimona Medical Center
Establishment of the Dimona Medical Center The Merage Medical Center in Dimona is the second-largest and most important medical center in the Negev, other than the Soroka Hospital. The large compound includes a trauma room, specialist clinics, and a dialysis clinic. The complex is open 24 hours a day, providing local residents with highly professional […]
Establishment of the Study Library at Zin School Midreshet Ben-Gurion
Establishment of the Study Library at Zin School, Midreshet Ben-Gurion The library is a continuation of the rebuilding of the new Zin Elementary School. The library is in honor of Katherine Merage, who has been contributing to many initiatives supporting Israel’s future and the Negev in particular. Previous Next
Promoting Health Equality in the Negev
Promoting Health Equality in the Negev The purpose of the conference is to outline applicable and multi-annual action plans to address health disparities in the Negev region and to keep this issue on the public agenda. The conference is held by academics in the fields of health and economic policy, representatives of health organizations (the […]
Promoting Culture in the Negev
Promoting Culture in the Negev The Merage Foundation views the connection between culture, original local creation and economic development as a key in promoting life in the Negev. That is the reason the foundation has supported dozens of cultural ventures across the Negev, including the encouragement of creative programs, festivals, and performances that have expanded […]
Promoting Settlement in the Negev
Promoting Settlement in the Negev The Merage Foundation has made it one of its primary goals to encourage young people in Israel to settle the Negev. It has been doing so by connecting between them and presenting them with settlement opportunities through conferences in Tel Aviv and introductory tours in communities across the Negev. Previous […]
Promoting the Establishment of the Nevatim Airport
Promoting the Establishment of the Nevatim Airport In order to ensure sustainable economic development in the region, the Merage Foundation has joined the Negev Council, which has been promoting the establishment of an airport in Nevatim. Previous Next
Urban Planning and Regional Development
Urban Planning and Regional Development The Merage Foundation supported Negev Municipalities in city center redevelopment planning through public participation processes (Charrettes), and a geographical information system for data-driven decision-making. In addition, an unprecedented delegation of mayors and city planners visited Germany on a four-day workshop to learn about the latest models in urban planning and […]