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Calling All Volunteers for the 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest!

Calling All Volunteers for the 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest!

Be a part of the upcoming 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest in Miami! More than 1,000 volunteers are needed for the Games, being held from Sunday, August 6 to Friday, August 11, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is helping coordinate the effort.
Honor Our Jewish Leaders at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

Honor Our Jewish Leaders at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

The 79th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is less than two weeks away! Join us for a luncheon on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island as we honor five exceptional Jewish leaders for their commitment to Jewish life and community.
Help The People of Venezuela Now!

Help The People of Venezuela Now!

Hundreds have responded to the need in Venezuela! Join the movement and show your solidarity with our Jewish community by donating to the Venezuelan Support Fund.
UM Hillel Launches Base Miami

UM Hillel Launches Base Miami

In an effort to cultivate the next generation of Jewish leaders, University of Miami Hillel will offer ongoing learning opportunities to young Jewish adults through its new Base Miami program.
The Young Leadership Division Explores Miami on a Mini-Mission

The Young Leadership Division Explores Miami on a Mini-Mission

The Young Leadership Division, Federation's under-45 connection, recently gathered a group of young Jewish leaders for an inspiring tour of Federation partner agencies in Miami.
JCRC Provides Seminar to Local Educators

JCRC Provides Seminar to Local Educators

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) hosted 20 teachers from Miami-Dade County public schools in a workshop to help introduce Israel and Jewish-related content into curricula for junior high and high school students.
Miami Women Attend Conference to Focus on Philanthropic Strategies Though a Gender Lens

Miami Women Attend Conference to Focus on Philanthropic Strategies Though a Gender Lens

A delegation of Miami Jewish women leaders represented Federation at the 10th Annual Jewish Women’s Funding Network’s (JWFN) Force for Change Conference held recently in New York.
Women’s Philanthropy Celebrates Leadership at Annual Meeting

Women’s Philanthropy Celebrates Leadership at Annual Meeting

Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation held its Annual Meeting and Installation Brunch on Wednesday, May 17, a meaningful and inspiring event at The Sacred Space.
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.
Federation Gardens Housing Opening Waitlist

Federation Gardens Housing Opening Waitlist

Federations Gardens is opening its waitlist! The Federation-sponsored, federally subsidized, senior-housing facility serves low-income adults who are 62 or older and/or mobility impaired.
Mark Your Calendars for Federation’s Annual Meeting

Mark Your Calendars for Federation’s Annual Meeting

Mazel tov to five leaders whose commitment to Jewish life and community will be recognized at the 79th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island.
Don’t Miss the 22nd Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference

Don’t Miss the 22nd Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference

End-of-life care and conversations are crucial, but few people know how to adequately address such a complicated topic. To discuss this subject, Federation’s Mishkan Miami, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) and Miami Jewish Health present the 22nd Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference on Thursday, May 25.
Attend an Information Session to Learn More About the Israel at 70 Mission

Attend an Information Session to Learn More About the Israel at 70 Mission

By now, you’ve heard the news: Next year, Federation is celebrating Israel’s 70th birthday with a really big Mission, April 16-22, 2018! In fact, 330 people have already registered.
Our Family in Venezuela Needs Our Help!

Our Family in Venezuela Needs Our Help!

Last week, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Friends of Yajad-Venezuela launched the Venezuela Support Fund. The two-year, joint campaign is raising humanitarian funds to assist the people of Venezuela and the Jewish community during this time of extreme hardship.
Federation Leads Civil Rights Mission Through the South

Federation Leads Civil Rights Mission Through the South

Twenty-four South Florida women explored the American Civil Rights movement from a Jewish perspective on a recent mission organized by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC).
It’s Time to Think About Summer Camp!

It’s Time to Think About Summer Camp!

Summer is right around the corner – do you know where your children will be? Enrollment for summer camp at our three Jewish community centers is now open, and filling up fast!
Venezuela Needs Your Help!

Venezuela Needs Your Help!

Last night, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Friends of Yajad-Venezuela raised $200,000 at the launch of the Venezuela Support Fund held at Skylake Synagogue.
Mark Your Calendar for Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

Mark Your Calendar for Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

Mark your calendar for Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island. The community will gather to welcome and install the 2017-2018 Federation Officers and Board of Directors.
New Life in the Negev!

New Life in the Negev!

Federation is helping make Israel's Negev region of Israel a more fulfilling place to live for current and future residents.
Remember Israel’s National Holidays Next Week

Remember Israel’s National Holidays Next Week

Next week, Israel will mark Yom Ha’Zikaron (Memorial Day) on Monday, May 1, and Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day) on Tuesday, May 2.
Spots Filling Quickly for Good Deeds Day

Spots Filling Quickly for Good Deeds Day

Federation is proud to participate in this global event — an annual celebration of kindness, service and impact offering meaningful, hands-on projects across Miami-Dade County, supporting families, seniors and community partners.

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Housing Displaced Israelis

Housing Displaced Israelis

Launched last summer after the Twelve-Day War against the Islamic Republic, the program recently expanded its emergency housing services for displaced families in Be’er Sheva.

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Honoring Yerucham’s Fallen Soldiers

Honoring Yerucham’s Fallen Soldiers

Participants from across Jewish Miami recently took to the field of the Miami Beach JCC for a Flag Football Tournament in memory of Yerucham’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

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Apply Now for a Sylvia Tuman Scholarship

Apply Now for a Sylvia Tuman Scholarship

Administered by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program is open to applicants enrolled in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

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