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Feb 7, 2024

Volunteers Help Save Israeli Farms After 10/7

Following the horrific terrorist attacks on October 7, Gilad Yamin, a third-generation farmer, lost half of the workforce on his farm in Hatzav, an Israeli moshav (community) situated not far from the Gaza border. With the constant barrage of air sirens, many of the international workers returned home, creating a massive labor shortage that nearly ruined Yamin’s business. Federation overseas partner the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) helped him avoid that fate, sending daily agricultural volunteers to Yamin’s farm. “People of all ages came to my farm — children under 10 to people over 80, and all ready to help,” shared Yamin. “They give of themselves a million percent.” Since the war began just over four months ago, more than 110,000 volunteers have helped over 800 farms across Israel, saving crops and getting the produce into the market. “Farming is a hard enough profession in times of peace, and in times of war, it’s nearly impossible. I am quite confident that I wouldn’t have a livelihood without their help.” Click here to learn more about the work of Federation’s overseas partner.

Federation Leaders Explore Jewish Life in Paris

Federation Leaders Explore Jewish Life in Paris

Last week, leaders from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation were among the hundreds of volunteers who took part in the annual Jewish Federations of North America campaign mission, this time to Paris, France.

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Emotional Support During the Israel-Iran War

Emotional Support During the Israel-Iran War

For years, Federation’s partner, the Israel Trauma Coalition (ITC), has provided emotional support for Israelis in the aftermath of terror attacks, so the nonprofit was able to quickly assist thousands when the war with Iran recently broke out.

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FVC: Paying it Forward This Summer

FVC: Paying it Forward This Summer

It’s been a busy summer for our Federation Volunteer Center (FVC), which has been collaborating with numerous community partners and engaging hundreds of Jewish Miamians in hands-on service projects.

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Celebrating Disability Pride Month

Celebrating Disability Pride Month

July is Disability Pride Month and Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) offers resources to help celebrate and support Jewish Miamians with disabilities.

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