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Women Making Change

Our network of women are at every stage of life, united by shared values and a desire to improve the Jewish world locally and abroad. From fundraising to hands-on volunteer projects to missions to events and educational programs, Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy engages women in the fulfilling work of tikkun olam (repairing the world). Explore some of our Women’s Philanthropy projects and learn how you can make a difference.

  • Women’s Impact Initiative
    Each year, Federation awards grants to local organizations that inspire and empower Jewish women and girls through programs that focus on social, economic, religious and political equality. Our past recipients include initiatives that promote breast cancer awareness, address sexual assaults on local college campuses, encourage civic engagement and foster positive self-images among elementary-aged girls. Read more

    Click here for more information about how to apply for a grant.

    Click here to see our 2017-2018 grant recipients.
  • Human Trafficking

    Become involved in key issues facing women and the world today. Women’s Philanthropy works with Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) to educate the public about human trafficking in our community and beyond. Through our annual Freedom Seder, civic and interfaith organizations come together to raise awareness and discuss ways to help those being exploited and abused.

  • Civil Rights and Social Action

    You can join women with a shared interest in history and Civil Rights. Women's Philanthropy has led activities such as a tour through Miami’s Historic Overtown neighborhood, voter registration events and even a Civil Rights Mission Through a Jewish Lens, which included a visit to Selma, Montgomery, Birmingham and Atlanta. Our initiatives continue with programs that build intergroup and interfaith bridges.

  • Shalom Bayit

    More than 10 years ago, Women’s Philanthropy developed Shalom Bayit (Peace in the Home) to support survivors of domestic abuse. Now run by Federation’s beneficiary agency, Jewish Community Services of South Florida, women receive financial help, food, clothing, counseling, job-placement assistance and legal aid. Last year, the program opened a new safe house to shelter survivors of domestic abuse and their children.

Jewish Miami: A 2024 Community Study

Jewish Miami: A 2024 Community Study

Learn all about our Jewish community on April 7 and 8 when the Greater Miami Jewish Federation presents the findings of Jewish Miami: A 2024 Community Study at four regional gatherings.

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Jewish Communities Meet in Tallahassee

Jewish Communities Meet in Tallahassee

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council, in partnership with the Consul General of Israel in Miami and the Broward, South Palm Beach and Palm Beach federations, hosted Jewish Community Advocacy Day/Israel Day at the Capitol in Tallahassee March 25-26.

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The Women’s Event Blends Community and Cuisine

The Women’s Event Blends Community and Cuisine

The Women’s Event, held last week by Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy, was an opportunity to gather for a taste of community and cuisine.

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Sending More Volunteers to Israel

Sending More Volunteers to Israel

Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and Taglit-Birthright Israel are joining together to send at least 10,000 Jewish volunteers to help in Israel in 2025.

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