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Greater Miami Jewish Federation, JCRC, RAGM Condemn Rocket Fire from Islamic Jihad

Greater Miami Jewish Federation, JCRC, RAGM Condemn Rocket Fire from Islamic Jihad

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM) condemn in the strongest possible terms the barrage of hundreds of rockets fired from Gaza into Israel over the last several days by Palestinian Islamic Jihad, a terrorist organization whose ideals are inspired by the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
On the Ground in Ukraine and Poland

On the Ground in Ukraine and Poland

Federation leadership recently returned from a powerful visit to the frontlines of the Ukrainian refugee crisis. Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Chair Elise Udelson and Director Ofi Osin-Cohen were among 34 representatives from Jewish communities across North America who traveled to Poland to meet with refugees.
On the Ground in Ukraine: Reports From the Front Lines of the Refugee Crisis

On the Ground in Ukraine: Reports From the Front Lines of the Refugee Crisis

Following five months of images and videos coming out of Ukraine, now you can hear firsthand reports from three people who have personally helped or met with refugees and those on the ground in Ukraine and Poland.
Shlichim Changing Lives at North American Jewish Summer Camps


Shlichim Changing Lives at North American Jewish Summer Camps


More than 1,550 amazing young Israelis are spending their summer as counselors, Israeli culture specialists, song leaders and more at Jewish summer camps across North America.
Bring Sweetness to Our Community Through JCS Milk & Honey

Bring Sweetness to Our Community Through JCS Milk & Honey

Registration is now open for the 20th anniversary year of Milk & Honey Volunteer Drive-Thru & Drop-Off, taking place Sunday, September 18, presented by Jewish Community Services of Florida (JCS) and Federation.
Federation’s Work Continues Through the Summer

Federation’s Work Continues Through the Summer

Even in summertime, the needs of our Jewish community don't take a vacation. With all that is going on in the world right now — rising incidents of antisemitism and hate, the high cost of daily living, the refugee crisis caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and so much more — we must remain vigilant and ready to help at all times.
More Than 700 People Have Already Registered for the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

More Than 700 People Have Already Registered for the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

You’re invited to experience Israel like you’ve never dreamed it on Federation’s Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, April 20-27, 2023. Nearly 700 people have already registered, and the excitement around the journey is palpable.
Learn to Share a Holocaust Survivor’s Story Through 3GMiami Virtual Training

Learn to Share a Holocaust Survivor’s Story Through 3GMiami Virtual Training

If you’re the grandchild of a Holocaust Survivor, 3GMiami wants to train you to share your grandparent’s story with new generations, educating them about the dangers of intolerance and its impact on the Jewish people.
Greater Miami Jewish Federation Mourns the Loss of Beloved Miami Beach Rabbi

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Mourns the Loss of Beloved Miami Beach Rabbi

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins our Jewish community in mourning the loss of Rav Pinchas Aharon Weberman, President of the Orthodox Council of South Florida and Founder of Congregation of Ohev Shalom, who selflessly served the Miami Beach community for more than six decades.
Swim Into Shabbat With PJ Library

Swim Into Shabbat With PJ Library

Pack up the kids and head to the Alper JCC for a fun-filled pre-Shabbat pool party with PJ Library on Friday, August 5, 5-6:30 p.m.! Meet poolside to celebrate Shabbat with a swim, snack and storytime.
Second Annual Israel Mini Mission Is A Success

Second Annual Israel Mini Mission Is A Success

The Annual Israel Mini Mission this past Wednesday was a whirlwind day tour of Federation-funded organizations, acquainting Israeli Miamians who return home for the summer with some of our vital work in the Jewish homeland.
Apply Now for Unique Grants Opportunities

Apply Now for Unique Grants Opportunities

Federation is now accepting applications for three 2023 grant opportunities: Jewish Incubator Grants, Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance Inclusion Grants and Women’s Impact Initiative Grants.
Survey Shows Ukraine Aid Groups Working Well Together

Survey Shows Ukraine Aid Groups Working Well Together

When you make a donation to Federation's Ukraine Emergency Relief Fund, your contribution makes it possible for a network of global humanitarian aid and international development organizations to provide assistance to thousands of refugees in dire need of help.
Ethiopian Olim Reunite With Family in Israel

Ethiopian Olim Reunite With Family in Israel

Through Operation Zur Israel, thousands of Ethiopian Jews are making aliyah this year and reuniting with loved ones already in Israel. Many have waited decades, enduring hardships and struggling to hold on to hope, for the day they would get to go to Israel.
Shinshinim Program Brings Israel to Miami

Shinshinim Program Brings Israel to Miami

Federation is seeking warm and supportive host families for two 18-year-old Israeli emissaries dedicated to making a difference in Miami's Jewish community. In our ongoing commitment to connect Miami’s Jewish community with the people of Israel, we are proud to be bringing back the Shinshinim program to Miami.
Yerucham Hosts Diller Miami Teen Fellows

Yerucham Hosts Diller Miami Teen Fellows

Yerucham, Miami’s partnership city in Israel's Negev, is a can't-miss destination, and has been busy this summer hosting many groups from our community! With numerous programs funded by the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign and a wide variety of up-and-coming business ventures, there is plenty to see and do.
JDC Hesed Program Connects Ukrainian to Her Jewish Roots

JDC Hesed Program Connects Ukrainian to Her Jewish Roots

“I didn’t always live a Jewish life,” says Yelena Sorokina, a resident of Odesa, Ukraine. “My father’s family died during the Second World War, and my parents had to evacuate. I didn’t really have a Jewish upbringing.
Register Now for the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

Register Now for the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission

More than 650 people have already registered for the Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, April 20-27, 2023! Is your name on the list? Spend five nights in Jerusalem, two nights in Tel Aviv and mark Israel’s milestone 75th anniversary with hundreds of your friends from our Miami Jewish community.
Kharkiv to Carmiel: Arina’s Aliyah

Kharkiv to Carmiel: Arina’s Aliyah

Since the war in Ukraine began in February, roughly 25,200 refugees from Ukraine, Russia and Belarus have made aliyah — more than eight times the amount that immigrated in 2021 — according to The Jewish Agency for Israel, Federation's overseas partner.
Onward Israel Visits Federation’s Partner City of Yerucham

Onward Israel Visits Federation’s Partner City of Yerucham

For the Miami cohort of Onward Israel, last week’s visit to Federation’s partner city of Yerucham was a day of discovery and diversion as students from Florida International University and University of Miami immersed themselves in a multifaceted sampling of Israeli innovation, recreation and culture.
Kristallnacht Commemoration: Sunday, November 9

Kristallnacht Commemoration: Sunday, November 9

During an evening of reflection, prayer and music, we will come together to honor the memory of the 6 million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, hear the testimony of an eyewitness to the Holocaust and honor the resilience of Survivors.

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Federation Supports IDF Reservist Families

Federation Supports IDF Reservist Families

Federation is assisting IDF reservists and their families — gravely impacted by Israel’s two-year war with Hamas ­— through the Reservists’ Wives Forum, which represents 100,000 reservist families facing employment and mental health challenges.

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Interest-Free Loans Available Through Federation

Interest-Free Loans Available Through Federation

Through interest-free loans, the program offers a compassionate, practical path to financial stability while upholding the Jewish tradition of mutual responsibility.

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Supporting Breast Health

Supporting Breast Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but Federation supports programs year-round that promote awareness of breast cancer risks in our Jewish community.

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