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Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance Helps Build an Inclusive Jewish Community

Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance Helps Build an Inclusive Jewish Community

With the idea to build a more inclusive Jewish community, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation recently launched Miami.JewishAbilities.org, a user-friendly gateway that links individuals with disabilities and their families to services, support and resources. This website — the first of its kind in Miami — developed out of a grassroots effort to meet a community need.
A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council: A Critical Moment

A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council: A Critical Moment

July 16, 2020 – This is a critical moment for our country. We find ourselves in the midst of a deadly pandemic, global economic strife and an alarming level of toxic polarization that threatens the very fabric of our society. In addition, we are at the same time also facing unprecedented levels of anti-Semitism and an increase in anti-Semitic sentiments from both sides of the political spectrum.
Mishkan Miami Offers Free Jewish Community Bereavement Support Workshop

Mishkan Miami Offers Free Jewish Community Bereavement Support Workshop

Perhaps you or someone you know has lost a friend or loved one? How do you cope with losses during this strange time?
Frontier Israel Offers Gap Semester to College Freshmen and Sophmores

Frontier Israel Offers Gap Semester to College Freshmen and Sophmores

In the wake of the pandemic, Federation partner agency the Alexander Muss Institute for Israel Education has created a gap year semester program aimed at incoming college freshman and rising sophomores attending US higher learning institutions.
Community Effort Provides Kosher Breakfast and Lunch for Miami Schoolchildren

Community Effort Provides Kosher Breakfast and Lunch for Miami Schoolchildren

As families continue to feel the impact of the pandemic, the Jewish community is helping fight food insecurity.
Virtual Mezuzah Hanging at Moishe House Brickell

Virtual Mezuzah Hanging at Moishe House Brickell

Last week, the three residents of Moishe House Brickell enjoyed an evening of community with a virtual mezuzah hanging at their new home. Friends and family, including Federation leaders and Moishe House Founder and CEO David Cygielman, gathered by Zoom as Rabbi Adam Gindea of Base Miami officially blessed the home.
Heroes Among Us: See Federation’s COVID-19 Volunteers in Action

Heroes Among Us: See Federation’s COVID-19 Volunteers in Action

The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has emerged as a lifeline for thousands of Miami residents whose lives have been disrupted by the current COVID-19 pandemic.
A Summer of Service for Jewish Young Adults

A Summer of Service for Jewish Young Adults

For Jewish young adults and college students, ages 18-29, the coronavirus pandemic is a moment to make a difference for those affected by COVID-19. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation Jewish Volunteer Center is launching Serve the Moment, a four-week summer fellowship of service from July 8-August 7.
Masa Israel Journey Offers Gap Year Options

Masa Israel Journey Offers Gap Year Options

Many American universities are planning to offer remote learning in the fall due to the coronavirus pandemic and some students are feeling reticent about the transition to online learning. For those looking for an alternative, this year provides an opportunity to explore gap year options with Masa Israel Journey.
Federation Helps Support Israel’s Increased Food Insufficiency During Pandemic

Federation Helps Support Israel’s Increased Food Insufficiency During Pandemic

In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, Federation is not only providing much needed assistance in Miami, but is also supporting Israeli organizations experiencing increased hardship due to the pandemic.
HFLA Provides Safety Net to Vulnerable Populations

HFLA Provides Safety Net to Vulnerable Populations

Long before COVID-19 caused widespread unemployment, food insufficiency and financial strain, Federation offered a social service safety net to our most vulnerable populations.
Yerucham Robotics Team Members Help in the Fight Against COVID-19

Yerucham Robotics Team Members Help in the Fight Against COVID-19

Thanks to a Greater Miami Jewish Federation emergency grant to the Yerucham Science Center for its high school robotics team, professionals working with special populations in Israel now have transparent face shields to help keep them safe during the pandemic.
CHAI FI Offers Virtual Summer Experience

CHAI FI Offers Virtual Summer Experience

While the coronavirus pandemic has certainly changed summer plans, Jewish youth in Miami can still have fun through CHAI Fi.
Jewish Abilities Alliance Helps Build an Inclusive Jewish Community

Jewish Abilities Alliance Helps Build an Inclusive Jewish Community

With the idea to build a more inclusive Jewish community, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation recently launched Miami.JewishAbilities.org, a user-friendly gateway that links individuals with disabilities and their families to services, support and resources.
Be a Part of the Florida Jewish COVID-19 Plasma Initiative

Be a Part of the Florida Jewish COVID-19 Plasma Initiative

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise throughout Florida, doctors are hoping the convalescent blood plasma of recovered patients can help fight the virus.
Help Our Community Prepare for Hurricane Season

Help Our Community Prepare for Hurricane Season

June 1 marked the first day of Hurricane Season and the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Jewish Volunteer Center is helping our community prepare for storms during a pandemic.
Federation Reaches Out to Local Institutions to Provide Creative Support Services for Holocaust Survivors

Federation Reaches Out to Local Institutions to Provide Creative Support Services for Holocaust Survivors

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation continues to prioritize the well-being of our community’s precious Holocaust Survivors. For the second year in a row, Federation has received The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) Center for Advancing Holocaust Survivor Care grant for Critical Support Services for Holocaust Survivors.
Greater Miami Jewish Federation Elects New Board

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Elects New Board

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has elected long-time community leader Isaac K. “Ike” Fisher as Chair of the Board at its 82nd Annual Meeting, held on May 26 via Zoom.
COVID-19 Doesn’t Stop Olim From Immigrating to Israel

COVID-19 Doesn’t Stop Olim From Immigrating to Israel

It was a special day for 119 Ethiopian olim (immigrants) who recently arrived at Ben-Gurion International Airport to begin their new life in Israel.
A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Murder of George Floyd

A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Murder of George Floyd

May 31, 2020 – The Greater Miami Jewish Federation denounces the tragic murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 25, at the hands of police officers while he was handcuffed and helpless on the ground, pleading for his life. This death is yet another in a disturbingly long list of similar incidents and inexcusable injustices that have been perpetrated against African Americans across the United States. We call on people of all races, ethnic backgrounds and faiths to speak up now against the systemic racism that is a long-standing disgrace, for which we all share responsibility.
Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Federation has established an assistance fund to help the state’s oldest and largest Jewish house of worship recover from a devastating arson attack.

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Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Federation is strengthening Jewish identity and addressing community needs through our Jewish Incubator Grants Committee, which recently allocated $100,000 to 18 Miami organizations spearheading innovative programs.

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Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a highly popular Donor-Advised Fund program that can be established with a gift of assets (cash or appreciated assets such as stock) valued at as little as $5,000.

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Making a Difference for Israeli Children

Making a Difference for Israeli Children

By guiding children and their families during pivotal stages of growth, Youth Futures strengthens resilience, fosters belonging and expands opportunities for meaningful involvement in their schools and community.

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