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2010 Super Sunday Surpasses Last Year

More than 600 volunteers spent Sunday, March 7 making calls to thousands of Jewish households across Miami-Dade County as part of 2010 Super Sunday.

Federation Collecting Donations for Chile Earthquake Relief

Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate support and relief to victims of the February 27 Chile earthquake. 100% of these funds will be disbursed to support non-sectarian relief efforts to help those in need.

Ministering to the Elderly Conference to Focus on ‘Aging with Meaning’

Clergy, medical experts and social-work professionals will review “Aging with Meaning: A Spiritual Journey” at the 15th annual Conference on Ministering to the Elderly on Tuesday, March 16 at Miami Jewish Health Systems, Douglas Gardens campus.

PAC Program to Review ‘International Noncompliance’

The Professional Advisory Committee of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host another Lunch & Learn program — “The Dangers & Risks of International Noncompliance” — Wednesday, March 17 at Northern Trust.

Federation's Attorneys' Division to Host 26th Annual Judicial Reception

The 26th Annual Judicial Reception will pay tribute to three outstanding legal professionals: Honorable Paul C. Huck, Honorable Scott J. Silverman and Donald I. Bierman, Esq. — Tuesday, March 23 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

OLAM Workshop to Discuss ‘Being Effective in the New Era’ with Dr. Mark Rosenberg

For the eighth year in a row, the Organization for Leadership Advancement in Miami (OLAM) has organized a workshop series designed for volunteers and professional staff of Miami area Jewish organizations. Final session: Wednesday, April 28th.

National Young Leadership Summer Mission to Israel

Join hundreds of people just like you on a fun, meaningful and life-changing summer experience in Israel — the National Young Leadership Summer Mission for couples and singles ages 25-45 June 27–July 6.

Jewish Overnight Camp Grants Available for First-Time Campers

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is accepting applications for Jewish camp incentive grants for children ages 7 to 17. This is the second year Federation is making this program available to Miami-Dade County families. Deadline: April 16.

Federation Offering Jewish Education and Communal Service Scholarships

Deadline — April 16: The Foundation’s Silverman and Gorn Scholarship Funds for junior-senior undergrad or graduate students who are residents of Miami-Dade and are/will be enrolled in a degree program in Jewish education/Jewish service.

Main Event Attendees Pledge $5 Million to Help Most Vulnerable

Nearly 1,300 people came together for The Main Event on February 4. Keynote speaker was author and Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel. Isaac Olemberg was honored with the Friend of Israel Humanitarian Award.

Responding to the Aftermath of the Earthquake In Haiti

Since the devastating earthquake that rocked Haiti on January 12, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been an active participant in relief efforts. To date, more than 1,600 people have contributed a total of over $330,000 to the Haiti Relief Fund.

Many Shabbat Programs Around Miami-Dade for Families with Young Children

Families with young children have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of Shabbat worship programs throughout Miami-Dade County, as well as many educational programs geared to young children.

Federation Plans Several Missions to Israel in 2010

A Federation Mission is not just a trip to a destination. It is a journey that can change lives. This is an experience unlike any other — a voyage to the past and a glimpse into the future; a discovery of understanding, values, traditions and purpose.

Alternative Spring Breaks in Israel Available for College Students

Attention college students: here’s a chance to make your spring break much more meaningful with an Alternative Spring Break. Join other students and young adults to see what early pioneers experienced by participating in service projects in Israel.

Kulanu Leadership and Educational Program for Teens Launches

An innovative Jewish leadership and educational program for teens — Kulanu — launches as an international Tri-Center project: the Michael-Ann Russell JCC, North Miami Beach, Hacoaj Community Center, Buenos Aires, and Matnas Yerucham.

UM Offers Spring 2010 Semester in Israel

The University of Miami’s study-abroad campus in Israel — UGalilee — is offering a unique opportunity for students to study for the Spring 2010 semester in the north of Israel, the birthplace of Rabbinic Judaism and early Christianity.

Interest-free Loans Provide Opportunities for Miami-Dade Students

With many families struggling to pay for even the most basic necessities, finding dollars to send a child to college can be even more challenging. The Jewish Educational Loan Fund has made it possible for many students to participate in higher education.

Alexander Muss Institute for Israel Education
A year-round, eight-week intensive study program using an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to thoroughly acquaint students with Israel.

Ha'aretz Newspaper
Ha'aretz is an independent daily newspaper with a broadly liberal outlook both on domestic issues and on international affairs.

Israel 21C (A focus beyond the conflict)
A non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to informing Americans about Israel beyond the conflict.

Jerusalem Post Internet Edition
Israel News from the Jerusalem Post Internet edition

Jewish Federations of North America (Formerly UJC)
The Jewish Federations of North America represents and serves 155 Jewish federations and 400 independent Jewish communities across North America.

Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Global news service of the Jewish people

Masa Israel
MASA Israel journey is a project of the Government of Israel and Jewish communities around the world, represented by the Jewish Agency for Israel.

Taglit-Birthright Israel
Taglit-Birthright Israel provides the gift of first-time, peer-group, educational trips to Israel for Jewish young adults ages 18 to 26.

The Forward
Founded in 1897 as The Jewish Daily Forward, a daily newspaper published in Yiddish, The Forward is now a weekly news magazine published in English and Yiddish.

Virtual Jerusalem
The largest Jewish online community site for news and information on Israel and the Jewish world.

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