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Mar 24, 2017

Elderly Jews and Holocaust Survivors Find a Home and a Community

Did you know that more than 700,000 Israelis ages 65 and older can’t afford to purchase or rent a home, and 27,000 low-income senior citizens are on waiting lists for subsidized shelter? What’s more, half of them are Holocaust survivors. Federation's overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, addresses this crisis through its Social Housing Initiative.

In addition to nearly 60 Amigour Sheltered Homes across the country, another 3,000 units across nine Israeli cities are in the works. New developments on under-utilized land and the addition of floors to existing complexes will facilitate a quicker completion and more cost-effective homes.

Beyond building the physical structures many aging Israelis so desperately need, Amigour also builds community. Every week, residents are offered cultural, educational and recreational programs and volunteer opportunities. These activities provide a structured framework for social interaction, creating a stimulating and engaging environment. Above all else, these programs enhance the well-being and quality of life of Israel’s elders.

Super Sunday a Super Success

Super Sunday a Super Success

Thanks to the generosity of 500 dedicated volunteers and more than 950 donors, this year’s Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day was a super success! Together, more than $1 million was raised for the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, supporting critical needs in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Israeli Midwives Go Above and Beyond

Israeli Midwives Go Above and Beyond

Through the By Your Side program, funded in part by the Jewish Federations of North America and its national Israel Emergency Campaign, pregnant women whose partners have been called to war — or worse, fell in battle — are receiving care and guidance free of charge from midwives throughout the country.

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No Interest College Loans

No Interest College Loans

JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency, provides 0 percent interest dollar loans for Jewish undergrad, graduate and vocational students who demonstrate need.

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Campers2Gether Helps Israeli Teens

Campers2Gether Helps Israeli Teens

Campers2Gether, a new initiative led by Federation partner The Jewish Agency for Israel, will provide 1,500 Israeli teens from communities impacted by the war with a much-needed summer respite and a chance to experience the support of Jewish communities around the world.

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