Sometimes, a little incentive goes a long way, especially when you’re talking to residents who feel hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The chief executive officer of the Jewish National Fund is leading a creative campaign: get a COVID-19 shot and his organization will plant a tree in Israel in your honor, no matter your religion or background. The aim of the program is to plant deep roots in communities, symbolizing hope for new life.

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