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Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships

Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships

Federation is committed to making the Jewish overnight summer camp experience accessible to all children. Shabbatot by the campfire, havdalah under the stars, competitive color wars and rikkud (dance) sessions are a few of the fun and creative ways campers can explore the many facets of their Jewish identity.
Two Highly Esteemed Israeli Leaders to Speak at The Main Event

Two Highly Esteemed Israeli Leaders to Speak at The Main Event

Don’t miss your chance to hear from former Israeli President Reuven Rivlin at The Main Event of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Sunday, February 18 at the Loews Miami Beach. Plus, join your Jewish community as we honor Federation President and CEO Jacob Solomon with the Friend of Israel Humanitarian Award on the occasion of his retirement after more than 42 years of service.
Miami Women Gather for Lion of Judah Event

Miami Women Gather for Lion of Judah Event

“We are here today because we are hurting … because we need each other… because we are Jews … because we want to do something … because, together, we CAN do something.” These powerful words from Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Chair Amanda Adler were the reason more than 500 of Miami’s most generous Jewish women gathered this past Tuesday for the Lion of Judah Event.Chaired by Jill Schwartz, the event marked 109 days since Hamas’ brutal attack and focused on Federation’s vital ongoing response.
I Am Here: Federation Brings 23 Miamians to Israel on a Solidarity Mission

I Am Here: Federation Brings 23 Miamians to Israel on a Solidarity Mission

“Being in Israel right now is like attending a national shiva,” said Federation General Campaign Chair Lily Serviansky in reference to attending the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s most recent, and fourth, Solidarity Mission since October 7. “For a few days, we were able to join them in their pain and sorrow. You hear that everything changed
Israel Emergency Fund Recipient Brothers for Life Visits Miami

Israel Emergency Fund Recipient Brothers for Life Visits Miami

“This has been an incredible week of healing and connecting with our Miami Jewish community,” said Brothers for Life (BFL) Co-Founder Rabbi Chaim Levine, affirming that the 12 Israel Defense Forces (IDF) veterans who arrived here Monday benefited from their visit. “It takes a whole community to help an injured soldier.”
Two Communities, Two Generous Jewish Hearts

Two Communities, Two Generous Jewish Hearts

A lifelong resident of Western Massachusetts, Ruth Weiss later owned a second home in Key Biscayne, and demonstrated her love and commitment to Israel and the Jewish people through annual donations to the Jewish Federations in both communities.
Women’s Amutot Initiative Grants Focus on Helping Women After October 7

Women’s Amutot Initiative Grants Focus on Helping Women After October 7

“This year, we definitely looked at the grant allotments through a different lens,” said Ilene Kossman, Chair of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Women’s Amutot Initiative Committee, regarding the 2024 funding awarded to organizations in Israel that help women thrive and succeed.
The Main Event – An Extraordinary Night of Jewish Community

The Main Event – An Extraordinary Night of Jewish Community

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation in a momentous celebration of Jewish community and solidarity with Israel at The Main Event on Sunday, February 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Loews Miami Beach.
The Fund for the Victims of Terror Supports Families of Fallen October 7 Heroes

The Fund for the Victims of Terror Supports Families of Fallen October 7 Heroes

When Hamas terrorists surrounded his home in Kibbutz Nahal Oz on October 7, Shlomo Ron, z”l, gave his own life so that his family could live. In baiting the terrorists so they would not search for his wife, their two daughters and a grandson who hid in their safe room, 85-year-old Ron sacrificed himself and enabled his family to survive.
Women’s Impact Initiative Grants Helps Launch Innovative Programming

Women’s Impact Initiative Grants Helps Launch Innovative Programming

Federation continues to prioritize the needs of women and girls through the ninth cycle of the Women’s Impact Initiative grants.
Increase in Aliyah Since October 7 Is a “Beautiful Expression of Solidarity”

Increase in Aliyah Since October 7 Is a “Beautiful Expression of Solidarity”

Aliyah [immigration to Israel] in these times is another expression of the partnership of world Jewry in building, and now in rebuilding, the State of Israel,” said Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog, Chairman of Federation overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel.
Miami’s Jewish Community Helping Hard-Hit Israelis Through Interest-Free Loans

Miami’s Jewish Community Helping Hard-Hit Israelis Through Interest-Free Loans

Since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack in Israel on October 7, thousands of Israeli lives have been upended and the country’s economy has been in turmoil. More than 360,000 reservists were called to active duty during the ongoing conflict, away from their jobs and families.
Serving Israeli Evacuees With Special Needs

Serving Israeli Evacuees With Special Needs

“We have accessible bathrooms, showers, bedrooms. What we didn’t have is all the equipment for the people who came from their houses with nothing,” said Rachel Cohen, Project Manager at Beit Hagalgalim, a center for learning in Herzliya that is offering housing for people with disabilities who had to flee Israel’s south after October 7.
Training Ethiopian-Israelis to Provide Trauma Support

Training Ethiopian-Israelis to Provide Trauma Support

In answer to the unprecedented need for extensive and specialized trauma counseling in Israel due to the war, Federation is funding an initiative of partner agency Israel Trauma Coalition (ITC) to train Ethiopian-Israeli therapists in psychosocial care.
Join Your Jewish Community for Shabbat of Love

Join Your Jewish Community for Shabbat of Love

At a time when Jews everywhere are troubled by the war in Israel and rampant worldwide antisemitism, the Shabbat of Love — the largest Shabbat dinner celebration in North American history — provides the opportunity to celebrate Jewish light and love on Friday, January 19.
Youth Futures Supporting Mentors During the Israel-Hamas War

Youth Futures Supporting Mentors During the Israel-Hamas War

In the immediate aftermath of the Hamas attacks in Israel, as her husband was called to defend their country and her children remained terrified, Nurit Nissim’s thoughts turned to the welfare of mentors who work year-round with at-risk children through Youth Futures, and how she could support them.
Beit Issie Shapiro Supports People With Disabilities Who Are Impacted by the War

Beit Issie Shapiro Supports People With Disabilities Who Are Impacted by the War

“Physically, my family is okay. Mentally, it’s a completely different story,” said Ashira Greszes, whose toddler, Yedidya, attends gan (kindergarten) at Federation beneficiary agency Beit Issie Shapiro, an innovator in services for adults and children with disabilities that now provides free emotional therapy and respite visits to hundreds of people impacted by the war in Israel.
Just Days to Go for Tax-Smart Giving in 2023

Just Days to Go for Tax-Smart Giving in 2023

Only two more days remain for tax-smart giving in 2023, making this your last chance this year to demonstrate your support of Israel and help confront the rising tide of antisemitism here at home.
Florida Hillel Students Journey to Poland to Bear Witness

Florida Hillel Students Journey to Poland to Bear Witness

At a time when antisemitism rages across universities, 40 students from Hillels in Florida participated last week in a trip to Poland to learn firsthand the lessons of the Holocaust — and came away with a deep sense of self, a strengthened connection to Judaism and the courage to stand up for Jewish students on campus.
Annual Campaign Supports Local Needs

Annual Campaign Supports Local Needs

As we remain vigilant in our support of our brothers and sisters in Israel during the ongoing war with Hamas, our Jewish family in Miami is also deeply concerned about how anti-Israel sentiment and skyrocketing antisemitism are affecting our local community.
Miami Jewish Community Study

Miami Jewish Community Study

In order to better understand the demographics and needs of Miami’s Jewish population, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has launched its “Miami Jewish Community Study.”

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Mental Health After 10/7

Mental Health After 10/7

Through donations to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign and the Israel Emergency Fund, individuals coping with the gravity of October 7 are receiving support to begin the long healing journey ahead.

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Make Your Federation Donation Tax-Deductible

Make Your Federation Donation Tax-Deductible

Nancy and Norman Lipoff pay their Annual Federation/UJA Campaign contributions through an IRA Charitable Rollover.

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Join Your Community for Matzah Mitzvah


Join Your Community for Matzah Mitzvah


Help share the joy of Passover with Holocaust Survivors and other older adults in our community by participating in Matzah Mitzvah on Sunday, April 7 at 9 a.m.

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