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Miami College Students Take Advantage of Onward Israel

Miami College Students Take Advantage of Onward Israel

Through Onward Israel, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is providing 24 Miami-Dade-area college students with an immersive eight-week internship in Tel Aviv.
Introducing PJ Library Radio

Introducing PJ Library Radio

Introducing PJ Library Radio! Curated by a dynamic committee of educators, musicians and parents, the 24/7, kid-centric Jewish music station can be downloaded in the iTunes or the Google Play store.
Federation Recognizes Outstanding Community Leaders at Annual Meeting

Federation Recognizes Outstanding Community Leaders at Annual Meeting

At Federation's 80th Annual Meeting, Amy N. Dean was recognized for her outstanding service as 2016-2018 Federation Board Chair and Jeffrey Scheck was installed as the Chair of the Board.
Federation Supports Miami’s Seniors

Federation Supports Miami’s Seniors

More than 30 percent of Miami Jewish households with people age 75 or older need help with in-home healthcare, senior transportation, meal delivery services and more.
Summer is the Time for Service

Summer is the Time for Service

Calling all teens: Are you looking for a rewarding way to spend your summer? Do you need community service hours? We have a way to help you, while you help others in need.
Volunteer to Help Our Community Through Hurricane Season

Volunteer to Help Our Community Through Hurricane Season

Today is the first day of Hurricane Season. Do you want to lend a hand to others? Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2018 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.
Federation Prioritizes Jewish Education

Federation Prioritizes Jewish Education

Nearly $1.9 million in direct grants and scholarships were provided to 10 Miami Jewish day schools, impacting more than 3,500 students. A dual curriculum provides a top-notch general and Judaic education.
Encouraging Jewish Learning With Makom: Innovative Israel Education

Encouraging Jewish Learning With Makom: Innovative Israel Education

Through a Federation-funded initiative and with a few clicks and keystrokes, Jews around the world are encouraged to think, study and talk creatively and deeply about Jewish history and culture.
Zachor Society Reception Raises Funds For the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Zachor Society Reception Raises Funds For the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

More than 125 committed philanthropists gathered last week for the Seventh Annual Zachor Society Reception in the Miami Design District.
How Your Contribution Helps

How Your Contribution Helps

As you finalize your summer activities, please consider including a donation to Federation's Annual Campaign. While things may slow down locally during the summer months, Federation’s lifeline of services works year-round in Miami, in Israel and more than 70 other countries around the world.
Volunteer with Federation at South Dade Gives Back: Serve With Your Sole

Volunteer with Federation at South Dade Gives Back: Serve With Your Sole

Help make a difference in the lives of high school students living at the Miami Rescue Mission. Join Federation’s South Dade Branch and Jewish Volunteer Center for South Dade Gives Back: Serve With Your Sole on Sunday, June 3 at
10 a.m.
JCS Celebrates Opening of Newly Expanded JCS Kosher Food Bank

JCS Celebrates Opening of Newly Expanded JCS Kosher Food Bank

Federation partner agency Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) recently celebrated the opening of its newly expanded JCS Kosher Food Bank.
Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

The 80th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is next week! Join us on Thursday, May 31 at Jungle Island. Chaired by Ray Ellen and Allan Yarkin, the event will honor six exceptional individuals for their commitment to Jewish life and community.
Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

Don’t miss your chance to join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation at the 80th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island.
Mission Participants Gathered for a Historic and Surprise Event with Koolulam

Mission Participants Gathered for a Historic and Surprise Event with Koolulam

The Israel at 70 Miami Mission was full of wonder and ruach, but the last day provided a sense of community that will always be remembered. On Sunday, April 22, participants gathered in the Jerusalem Theatre for a historic — and surprise — event with Koolulam, the Israeli social action singing sensation.
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which recognizes the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture and provides educators the opportunity to teach diversity, cultural awareness and tolerance.
 Federation Volunteers Pack 28,000 Meals for People in Need

Federation Volunteers Pack 28,000 Meals for People in Need

More than 100 people came together last weekend to assemble meals for people in need in Miami-Dade County. Following Federation’s Israel at 70 Miami Mission, various hands-on community projects, speaking engagements and activities have been planned to bring the Mission experience home.
JCRC Brings Leadership Together for Skill-Building Workshop

JCRC Brings Leadership Together for Skill-Building Workshop

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) recently brought together leadership from across the organizational, religious and political spectrums for a skill-building workshop.
Celebrate Community Involvement at Federation’s 80th Annual Meeting

Celebrate Community Involvement at Federation’s 80th Annual Meeting

Mazel tov to six individuals whose commitment to Jewish life and community will be recognized with leadership awards at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting.
Join Us at the Ministering to the Elderly Conference

Join Us at the Ministering to the Elderly Conference

How do we give hope to those in decline and strengthen them at all stages of their lives? Explore these important topics and others during the Ministering to the Elderly Conference on Wednesday, June 6. Whether you are caring for a loved one or work in a profession that serves older populations, this seminar is for you.
Jewish Miami Prioritizes Funding for Women and Girls

Jewish Miami Prioritizes Funding for Women and Girls

Federation is supporting 12 Jewish Miami organizations that encourage and inspire Jewish women and girls through the Women’s Impact Initiative Committee.

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Building Israeli Women Leaders Post-10/7

Building Israeli Women Leaders Post-10/7

Women across Israel’s North and western Negev are building their leadership roles through Federation support.

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Miami-Yerucham Grants Now Available

Miami-Yerucham Grants Now Available

If you’ve heard about the Miami-Yerucham Partnership and have been eager to get involved, now is your chance to make an impact on residents of both communities.

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Connecting to Isolated Ukrainian Seniors

Connecting to Isolated Ukrainian Seniors

As the crisis in Ukraine continues, the Federation-supported Hesed Menachem call center reaches out regularly to isolated or homebound seniors.

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