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Celebrate the Power of Women in Philanthropy at the International Lion of Judah Conference

Celebrate the Power of Women in Philanthropy at the International Lion of Judah Conference

Are you a Lion of Judah donor or want to become one? While we can't gather in person this year, women from around the world who give a minimum of $5,000 annually to Federation will still come together virtually at the International Lion of Judah Conference January 24-25.
The Women’s Impact Initiative Awards Grants to Local Organizations

The Women’s Impact Initiative Awards Grants to Local Organizations

The moment to make a difference is now. With this in mind, Federation Women’s Impact Initiative awarded $70,000 grants to 14 organizations in Miami that help transform the lives of women and girls.
Jewish Overnight Camp Scholarships Available

Jewish Overnight Camp Scholarships Available

Federation believes Jewish overnight camp is a formative experience and one every child should have.
Kosher Food Distribution Drive-Thru Helps Address Food Insecurity

Kosher Food Distribution Drive-Thru Helps Address Food Insecurity

According to Feeding South Florida, the demand for food has doubled during the pandemic in South Florida counties, including Miami-Dade.
Critical Support Grant Extended to Help Holocaust Survivors

Critical Support Grant Extended to Help Holocaust Survivors

The Jewish Federations of North America has awarded Federation an additional two years of funding to continue the critical support work of caring for Holocaust Survivors.
Tikkun Olam in Action

Tikkun Olam in Action

What does tikkun olam (repairing the world) look like? How about 2,000 toys in the hands of happy children; 1,560 snacks filling hungry bellies; 700 bouquets of flowers adorning a once-empty table and 350 cards offering cheer to those who need it most?
Program Offers Guidance on Providing Comfort During the Pandemic

Program Offers Guidance on Providing Comfort During the Pandemic

How can we personally become supportive to those suffering from this pandemic? Bikur Cholim is the answer.
Federation Awards Jewish Incubator Grants to Organizations That Make a Difference

Federation Awards Jewish Incubator Grants to Organizations That Make a Difference

Miami’s changemakers recently received some added support through Federation Jewish Incubator Grants. The program, now in its eighth year, awarded $70,000 to 17 organizations that make a difference in Miami.
Federation Community Shlicha Brings Israel to Your Living Room

Federation Community Shlicha Brings Israel to Your Living Room

While traveling has become a challenge these days, thanks to the power of technology, you can still learn about Israel from an Israeli.
Support the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to Make a Difference in our Community

Support the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to Make a Difference in our Community

Now it is more important than ever. As you welcome 2021, please consider donating to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign to support the needs of the most vulnerable in our community during these challenging times.
Women’s Amutot Initiative Helps Fund Programs in Israel

Women’s Amutot Initiative Helps Fund Programs in Israel

Your support of Federation’s Annual Campaign has helped fund the Women’s Amutot Initiative, which awards grants to organizations in Israel that empower women as they work toward social, political, economic and religious equality.
HFLA Loans Provide a Safety Net During the Pandemic

HFLA Loans Provide a Safety Net During the Pandemic

Jewish values teach us that all Jews are responsible for one another and nowhere is that ideal more present than in the work of the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami (HFLA), a program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, which provides interest-free loans to those in need.
Kosher Food Distribution in South Dade Gives Help to Many

Kosher Food Distribution in South Dade Gives Help to Many

Tuesday was a morning of tikkun olam (repairing the world) with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Kosher Food Distribution at the Alper JCC Miami.
Join Us for a Conversation With Amar’e Stoudemire

Join Us for a Conversation With Amar’e Stoudemire

Join basketball legend and Jewish activist, Amar’e Stoudemire, on Monday, December 21 at 7 p.m. for a conversation about building bridges between the Jewish and African American communities.
Support the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to Make A Difference in Our Community

Support the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to Make A Difference in Our Community

So many in our community are facing unprecedented challenges in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
Kosher Food Distribution Drive-Thru at Alper JCC Miami

Kosher Food Distribution Drive-Thru at Alper JCC Miami

Thousands of individuals and families are continuing to face food insecurity due to the pandemic.
Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships Available

Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships Available

Ask anyone who attended Jewish sleepaway camp about their experience and they will undoubtedly share stories and memories of those unforgettable summers.
Greater Miami Jewish Federation Lauds Establishment of Full Diplomatic Ties Between Israel and Morocco

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Lauds Establishment of Full Diplomatic Ties Between Israel and Morocco

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council laud the growing trend in 2020 of the State of Israel normalizing full diplomatic ties with Muslim-majority countries, most recently the Kingdom of Morocco as announced today by President Donald Trump and confirmed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This agreement, the fourth of its kind this year, is a sign of ongoing rapprochement in the region and broad recognition that harmonious ties with Israel, the lone democracy in the Middle East, will further stabilize the region and bring additional peace and prosperity for all parties involved.
This Chanukah Give the Gift of Israel

This Chanukah Give the Gift of Israel

This Chanukah, give your child the Gift of Israel, a Federation program that allows you to save for his or her future Jewish educational experience in Israel.
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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