From Vision to Reality: The Launch of the Mobile MakerSpace

When the idea for the Mobile MakerSpace was born, it was a vision of a van equipped with cutting-edge technology, creative workshops, and tools for resilience, traveling across the north to spark inspiration and hope in children.

The war pushed us to reimagine how we could support children in the north. While building the museum remained our long-term goal, we knew we needed to provide something for the kids now—something immediate to help them cope, create, and dream, even amidst uncertainty.

On January 16, 2025, that became a reality. At Nitzanim School in Karmiel, we officially launched the Mobile MakerSpace with an event that inspired excitement and joy among the children—and everyone involved.

This transformative initiative was made possible by the generous donations and matching contributions from Dr. Drew and Dr. Mary Ellen Weissman (Weissman Family Charitable Fund), whose support has sustained us through our formative years. Thank you also to The Kadosh Family Foundation, and the Leve Foundation, and every donor who has given so generously to help turn a vision of creativity, innovation, and education into a powerful tool for empowering children, nurturing emotional resilience, and inspiring new possibilities.

The event was more than a celebration. It was a tangible demonstration of how creativity, innovation, and education can combine to empower children, nurture emotional resilience, and inspire new possibilities.

A Day of Creativity and Connection
The launch event was filled with hands-on activities designed to engage, inspire, and challenge the children to think differently.

• Shadow Theater Workshop: Children designed characters using a silhouette of themselves with laser-cutting technology, built elaborate sets, and brought their stories to life through stop-motion animation. These weren’t just any stories—they were deeply personal, giving the kids a chance to reframe their experiences from the past year and see themselves as the heroes of their own narratives.
• Exploring Innovation: For many of the children, it was their first time experiencing tools like laser cutters. The excitement was palpable as they discovered the power of technology and its ability to transform ideas into tangible creations.
• ​Building Resilience: Through the process of creating and sharing, the children developed more than just technical skills—they gained confidence, emotional tools, and a renewed sense of possibility.

One child shared, “I didn’t know I could make something like this. Now I want to learn more about how things work.”

Bringing the Vision to Life
The Mobile MakerSpace isn’t just about technology—it’s about meeting children where they are, regardless of background or circumstances, and giving them the tools to explore, create, and dream.

This unique initiative, made possible by the Children’s Museum of the Galilee, was developed in partnership with Dror Israel, the FoReal Team, Yaelke Design and the Community Stress Prevention Center, with professional guidance from Dr. Mooli Lahad and Dr. Nira Kaplansky—leaders in emotional resilience.

As Dr. Lahad explained, “Resilience is built through creative responses to challenges. The Mobile MakerSpace offers children the chance to discover new ways to express themselves and develop their inner strength.”

The Mobile Makers van is more than just equipment - it’s a platform for connection, creativity, and growth. Over the next year, we hope to travel across the north, reaching thousands of children from diverse communities—Jewish, Arab, Druze, and Christian—providing equal access to opportunities for learning and self-expression.

A Moment to Reflect and Celebrate
The launch event was a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together to turn an idea into action. From the donors who believed in this program when it was only a dream, to the educators, partners, and children who brought it to life—it was a moment of connection, creativity, and hope.

As Eli Moskowitz, CEO of the Children’s Museum of the Galilee, shared, “We are proud to lead an initiative that combines educational experiences with advanced technology. The Mobile MakerSpace gives children the opportunity to create, learn, and dream, leaving them inspired for the future.”

This is just the beginning. The Mobile MakerSpace will continue to travel, inspire, and create lasting impact for children throughout the Galilee and beyond.

Looking Ahead
We believe in the power of creativity to transform lives. We’ve seen it firsthand in the smiles, the stories, and the spark of curiosity that lit up the children’s eyes during the launch event.

Thank you to everyone who made this possible—your belief, your generosity, and your commitment to a brighter future for the children of the north.

Let’s keep building a future full of creativity, innovation, and hope—together.

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