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Women’s Amutot Initiative Study Trip Explores Impact of Community Dollars

Women’s Amutot Initiative Study Trip Explores Impact of Community Dollars

Immediately following the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, a group of women from Miami embarked on a special mission of their own: the Women’s Amutot Initiative Committee Israel Study Trip.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

Earlier this week, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), in partnership with the Combating Antisemitism Movement, joined AJC and Hadassah as the Miami-Dade County Commission proclaimed May to be Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM).
Ministering to the Elderly Conference to Focus on Caregivers

Ministering to the Elderly Conference to Focus on Caregivers

Save the date for the 27th Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference, themed this year, “Mindfully Navigating the Caregiving Journey: Caring for Others as We Care for Ourselves.”
Mark Your Calendar for the 85th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Mark Your Calendar for the 85th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 85th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 24 at the Jungle Island Ballroom at 11:30 a.m. Chaired by Silvia and Miguel Assor, the luncheon and program will install the 2023-2024 Board of Directors, Trustees, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations.
14-Year Partnership with Yerucham Remains Strong

14-Year Partnership with Yerucham Remains Strong

Prior to the week-long Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, which concluded yesterday, members of the Miami-Yerucham Partnership Committee visited Federation partner city Yerucham to explore current and future collaborations between the two communities.
Apply Now for the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program

Apply Now for the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program

Jewish undergraduate and graduate students in need of financial assistance can receive help through the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program.
Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission Wrap Up

Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission Wrap Up

The words of Theodor Herzl, “If you will it, it is no dream,” came to life during the much-awaited Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, which ended yesterday.
Support Your Child’s Mental Health

Support Your Child’s Mental Health

Federation initiative BeWell Miami is offering two unique parent workshops during Mental Health Awareness month, recognized annually during the month of May, to spread awareness and create conversations around this critical topic.
Israel 75 in Miami

Israel 75 in Miami

Celebrate Israel 75 in Miami! A number of Federation partners are commemorating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel with celebrations across Miami-Dade County.
Pre-Mission to Poland Arrives in Israel

Pre-Mission to Poland Arrives in Israel

Prior to the start of the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, nearly 200 Miamians traveled to Poland to explore life before, during and after World War II and to bear witness to the atrocities of the Holocaust.
Support Israel Now and Always Through Legacy Giving With The Foundation

Support Israel Now and Always Through Legacy Giving With The Foundation

Come together as a community on Sunday, April 16 at 6 p.m. for a Yom HaShoah observance program at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.
Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission Hosts Opening Celebration

Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission Hosts Opening Celebration

Last night, more than 800 Miamians kicked off the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission with a spectacular opening event at the iconic Safra Square in Jerusalem, including greetings by Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
Plan to Attend our Community Commemoration of Yom HaShoah This Sunday

Plan to Attend our Community Commemoration of Yom HaShoah This Sunday

Come together as a community on Sunday, April 16 at 6 p.m. for a Yom HaShoah observance program at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.
It’s Almost Time for Our Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

It’s Almost Time for Our Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

In just a few days, over 800 Miamians will assemble for our Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission in Jerusalem, including 185 who will first travel to Poland to take part in the March of the Living.
Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut in Miami With Your Jewish Community

Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut in Miami With Your Jewish Community

Federation is partnering with local Jewish organizations to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel with festivities across Miami-Dade County. To mark this milestone Yom Ha’Atzmaut, or Israel Independence Day, which falls on April 26, community events will take place April 25-30 — and everyone is invited!
Stand Up To Jewish Hate: Join the Campaign to Stop Antisemitism

Stand Up To Jewish Hate: Join the Campaign to Stop Antisemitism

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council is proud to partner with the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism (FCAS) on #StandUpToJewishHate.
Local Rabbis Explore Plight of Refugees on Mexican Border

Local Rabbis Explore Plight of Refugees on Mexican Border

Just before the start of Passover, 15 South Florida rabbis traveled with the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS) to the Mexican border, between San Diego and Tijuana, as part of a mission organized by the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami.
Jewish Organizations Release Joint Statement on Protests in Israel

Jewish Organizations Release Joint Statement on Protests in Israel

There is still time to apply for the One Happy Camper incentive grants for Jewish overnight summer camp. Jewish overnight camp is one of the most meaningful and formative experiences for a child to help them create a strong and positive Jewish identity.
Volunteer at Special Needs Seder

Volunteer at Special Needs Seder

The Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA), a Federation program, is recruiting volunteers for a Passover Special Mitzvah Seder, an event designed specifically for Jewish adults with developmental or physical challenges organized by Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus.
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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