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Helping to Heal October 7 Survivors

Helping to Heal October 7 Survivors

Federation is assisting thousands of traumatized survivors of the October 7 terrorist attack. Within the first weeks of the Israel-Hamas war, Federation-funded ELI Wartime Response began providing vital trauma relief, as well as long-term therapeutic intervention, impacting 2,000 survivors and evacuees.
Tal Becker, Israeli Legal Expert, Headlines Upcoming Program

Tal Becker, Israeli Legal Expert, Headlines Upcoming Program

In partnership with The Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), Federation is proud to present Israel at a Crossroads: Three Dilemmas for the Jewish State on Sunday, March 9, 5-6:30 p.m., at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center.
Federation Receives $200,000 to Continue Support of Holocaust Survivors

Federation Receives $200,000 to Continue Support of Holocaust Survivors

Federation has been awarded $200,000 to continue its critical support of programming and social services for Holocaust Survivors and trauma care for diverse older adults in Miami. The funds are part of a $3.3 million federal grant from the Administration for Community Living, secured through Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA).
Register Now for Birthright Israel

Register Now for Birthright Israel

Can you imagine anything better than traveling through Israel with a group of your peers from Miami? Applications are now being accepted for this summer’s Miami community Birthright Israel trip, June 15-26.
Join Your Community for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Join Your Community for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Hundreds of volunteers of all ages will come together at Federation on Sunday, February 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Super Sunday – our largest annual phonathon, making calls to raise vital dollars for the 2025 Federation Campaign.
Federation Is Caring for the Hostages

Federation Is Caring for the Hostages

As our beloved hostages return home, Federation is supporting their recovery and reintegration into Israeli society. We anxiously await the release of three more hostages tomorrow, along with all of our Israeli brothers and sisters who remain in captivity.
The Main Event Wows Record-Breaking Crowd of 1,700

The Main Event Wows Record-Breaking Crowd of 1,700

Jewish Miami was loud and proud at The Main Event last Sunday, where the Greater Miami Jewish Federation debuted our new Jewish Miami Proud video to a record-breaking crowd of 1,700 people.
Apply Now for a Zero-Interest Loan for Continuing Education

Apply Now for a Zero-Interest Loan for Continuing Education

Do you or someone you know need help paying for college? JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency, provides need-based zero percent-interest loans for Jewish undergrad, graduate and vocational students.
Federation Allocates Additional Israel Emergency Funds

Federation Allocates Additional Israel Emergency Funds

Federation recently allocated nearly $370,000 to nine diverse Israeli nonprofits from the $30 million Israel Emergency Fund (IEF) raised in Miami. The Vertigo Dance Company will utilize the emergency grant for therapeutic workshops for IDF reservists and their families at its Resilience Farm, an “eco-art” village connecting art, dance and environmental awareness to spiritual growth and social change.
A Statement on the Hostage Release From the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA)

A Statement on the Hostage Release From the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA)

JFNA is overjoyed to welcome home Arbel Yehud, Gadi Mozes and Agam Berger, as well as five Thai nationals, after a horrific 482 days held in Hamas captivity.
Learn About Zionism at the Z3 Conference

Learn About Zionism at the Z3 Conference

Federation is a proud sponsor of Z3, a one-day conference dedicated to understanding the evolving nature of Zionism, taking place Sunday, March 2 at the Michael-Ann Russell JCC. The event fosters dialogue between American Jews and Israelis, facilitates discussions on complex topics and explores contemporary Jewish identity.
Celebrate Tu B’Shevat With Jewish Miami

Celebrate Tu B’Shevat With Jewish Miami

Join your Jewish community on Sunday, February 9 for With Roots in Heaven: Healing on Earth Pre-Tu B’Shevat Seder, presented by Federation’s Mishkan Miami. Taking place at Federation and chaired by Joy Spill, the program will feature a festive and mystical ceremony with song, fruits of the land of Israel, prayer and reflection based on a joyous Tu B’Shevat Haggadah.
February Is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month

February Is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month

Federation's Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) is bringing issues of equal access to the forefront throughout February — Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM).
Mark Your Calendar for Super Sunday!

Mark Your Calendar for Super Sunday!

Registration is now open for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day on Sunday, February 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Gather your friends and family to give back at our largest phonathon and make phone calls on behalf of the 2025 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Campaign.
Jewish Miami Roars at the International Lion of Judah Conference

Jewish Miami Roars at the International Lion of Judah Conference

Nearly 60 Miami Lions of Judah joined 1,700 of the most dedicated women philanthropists at the International Lion of Judah conference over three powerful and emotional days last week in Atlanta.
Federation Makes a Difference in the Lives of Israeli Women

Federation Makes a Difference in the Lives of Israeli Women

Israeli nonprofit and Federation Women’s Amutot Initiative (WAI) recipient ItWorks is a shining example of how Federation support can help improve the lives of Israeli women. The organization, which equips marginalized populations with employable skills, has shifted some of its focus on efforts to train women impacted by the war.
JFNA Statement on the Release of the Hostages

JFNA Statement on the Release of the Hostages

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is overjoyed to welcome home Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher and Romi Gonen after 471 days in captivity and remains committed to helping them and other released hostages and their families reintegrate into Israeli society.
Jewish Incubator Grants Recipients Announced

Jewish Incubator Grants Recipients Announced

Fourteen nonprofits have been selected to receive a total of $80,000 in 2025 Jewish Incubator Grants from Federation's Annual Campaign. Established 11 years ago, Jewish Incubator Grants provide funding to organizations, synagogues, agencies and schools to develop innovative and/or impactful programs, services, projects and technologies that support and enrich Miami’s Jewish community.
Local University Hillels Welcome Israel Fellows

Local University Hillels Welcome Israel Fellows

Two young Jewish Agency Israel Fellows are connecting with college students at the Hillels at FIU and UM as emissaries to help students feel empowered against antisemitism and expand their love of Israel.
Miami Yerucham Partnership Grants Now Being Accepted


Miami Yerucham Partnership Grants Now Being Accepted


Do you have an idea for a meaningful Miami-Yerucham Partnership project that will bring members of the two communities together? Proposals are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 grant year. Since the Partnership’s creation in 2007, residents of all ages from Miami and Yerucham have engaged in a wide range of educational, cultural and social projects and events that help participants learn about life in the other community and explore common goals.
Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Federation has established an assistance fund to help the state’s oldest and largest Jewish house of worship recover from a devastating arson attack.

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Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Federation is strengthening Jewish identity and addressing community needs through our Jewish Incubator Grants Committee, which recently allocated $100,000 to 18 Miami organizations spearheading innovative programs.

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Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a highly popular Donor-Advised Fund program that can be established with a gift of assets (cash or appreciated assets such as stock) valued at as little as $5,000.

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Making a Difference for Israeli Children

Making a Difference for Israeli Children

By guiding children and their families during pivotal stages of growth, Youth Futures strengthens resilience, fosters belonging and expands opportunities for meaningful involvement in their schools and community.

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