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Feb 8, 2023

Hebrew Free Loan Association Increases Loans Amounts for Israel Educational Programs

The Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami (HFLA) has increased personal loan amounts for Israel educational programs such as March of the Living and Alexander Muss High School in Israel. The Federation program, which offers year-round interest-free loans to Jewish individuals and families, has raised personal loans from up to $5,000 to up to $8,000 to help cover the cost for families wishing to provide their children with meaningful one-time Israel summer experiences. HFLA extends loans to cover personal, business, emergency, adoption and fertility expenses, with a grace period of three months before payback begins. HFLA Chair Jaclyn Bergman says, “We want people to really feel good and supported by our Jewish community. And it’s a testament to our community that the vast majority of loans are paid back quickly to enable the next person to benefit.” Since the inception of HFLA, more than $4 million has been distributed through over 1,500 interest-free loans. Click here to learn more and apply for an HFLA personal loan.

Make a Difference on Super Sunday

Make a Difference on Super Sunday

Join Jewish Miami at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on March 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and help raise funds to support our Jewish family worldwide.

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Apply Now: Overnight Summer Camp Grants

Apply Now: Overnight Summer Camp Grants

Federation provides need-blind grants of up to $1,000 to families with first-time campers attending nonprofit, mission-driven Jewish overnight summer camps.

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Federation Supports Mental Health Needs of Young IDF Veterans

Federation Supports Mental Health Needs of Young IDF Veterans

The Metiv Israel Psychotrauma Center’s Peace of Mind program will offer specially adapted interventions for combat soldiers of October 7.

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Helping Ukraine Through Four Years of War

Helping Ukraine Through Four Years of War

As Ukraine enters the fifth year since Russia’s invasion, displacing more than 5.3 million across Europe, Federation has been there every day with vital humanitarian support.

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