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Jun 17, 2026

Need Help? The Jewish Community Is Here for You

If you or a loved one is feeling overwhelmed, sad or just need someone to talk to, Federation offers essential resources to help you cope. Federation’s primary social services partner, Jewish Community Services of South Florida, operates a 24-hour Access Line, 305.576.6550, with mental health support and trained professionals who can help you now and year-round. In addition, BeWell Miami, a Federation program, has a number of outstanding mental health resources for teens and young adults, ages 12-26, who are struggling; call 1.833.​90BWELL (833.​902.​9355), text BEWELL to 898211 or click here for an extensive list for your child or grandchild.

Playing Basketball in Israel

Playing Basketball in Israel

In a powerful display of resilience and hope, former hostages and survivors of October 7 took to the courts during the 2026 Maccabiah, along with Israeli basketball legends and new olim (immigrants).

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Starting the School Year Ready With JVC

Starting the School Year Ready With JVC

Federation’s JVC visited the Everglades Rec Center with a group of volunteers to spend time with children of migrant workers and help fill their backpacks.

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Take Action on Jewish Communal Security

Take Action on Jewish Communal Security

The bipartisan Jewish American Security Act (S. 4576 & HR 9211) would strengthen protections for Jewish communities through increased security funding, stronger student protections, and new tools to combat antisemitism.

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Interest-Free Loans for Higher Education

Interest-Free Loans for Higher Education

Jewish students can now apply for need-based, interest-free loans covering college, graduate school and vocational programs through JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency.

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