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Everything but the Turkey a Success!

Everything but the Turkey a Success!

Nearly 800 volunteers came together on Monday and Tuesday to make more than 4,000 servings of food for the homeless at the largest Everything but the Turkey in history!

Give Miami Day a Success!

Give Miami Day a Success!

Thank you, Miami! Because of your generosity, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raised more money than any other organization for the fourth year in a row with a total of $507,000 on Give Miami Day, a $30,000 increase from last year.

Intern in Israel with Onward Israel

Intern in Israel with Onward Israel

Onward Israel is looking for exceptional, career-minded college students in Miami-Dade County. Participants will spend eight weeks this summer in a professional internship while living in Tel Aviv, strengthening their Jewish identity and exploring Israel’s land and culture.

Federation Is Helping Engage Hebrew-Speaking, Israeli-American Children

Federation Is Helping Engage Hebrew-Speaking, Israeli-American Children

Federation is helping engage Hebrew-speaking, Israeli-American children through the Miami chapter of Tzofim (Israeli Scouts). Partnering with the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center (MARJCC) and Friends of Israel Scouts, Tzofim promotes leadership and Israeli culture while focusing on Jewish values.

Shalom Bayit Supports Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Shalom Bayit Supports Survivors of Domestic Abuse

More than 10 years ago, Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation took a stand to support survivors of domestic abuse, and their efforts resulted in Shalom Bayit (Peace in the Home).

Pre-Mission to Poland Expected to Be a Historic and Transformational Journey

Pre-Mission to Poland Expected to Be a Historic and Transformational Journey

Don’t miss the opportunity of a lifetime to join Federation on the Pre-Mission to Poland, April 10-15, 2018, the lead-in to the Israel at 70 Mega Mission. Pre-Mission Chair Sidney Pertnoy recently returned from an inspection trip in Poland, where he spent nearly a week walking through the details of the Mission, ensuring all participants would have a rich and powerful experience.

Grandparents Influence Jewish Legacy

Grandparents Influence Jewish Legacy

Recognizing that grandparents play an important role in solidifying the Jewish legacy, Federation is participating in a unique new program. Working with our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, and utilizing the Partnership2Gether initiative as a foundation, G2: Global Intergenerational Initiative will pair grandparents with their pre-teen (5-8th grade) grandchildren to share their Jewish experiences and values.

Young Lion of Judah Offers Incredible Opportunity

Young Lion of Judah Offers Incredible Opportunity

Do you know a Bar or Bat Mitzvah student looking for a once-in-a-lifetime volunteer opportunity to learn with Holocaust survivors?

Federation’s Women’s Amutot Helps Israeli Single Mothers Succeed

Federation’s Women’s Amutot Helps Israeli Single Mothers Succeed

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is helping single mothers in Israel achieve financial stability. Grants from the Women’s Amutot Initiative help support YEDID: Single Mothers for Change.

Hebrew Free Loan Association Becomes Subsidiary Agency of Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Hebrew Free Loan Association Becomes Subsidiary Agency of Greater Miami Jewish Federation

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is proud to announce that the Hebrew Free Loan Association of South Florida (HFLA) is now a subsidiary agency of Federation.Since 1989, HFLA has been offering interest-free loans to Jewish individuals and families in need. HFLA has provided over 600 interest-free loans during the past three decades totaling more than $2 million.

Find Support With Bereavement Groups

Find Support With Bereavement Groups

Have you lost a loved one and need a safe place to grieve and find comfort? Allow the spiritual resources in our Jewish community to assist you.

Miami-Dade Jewish Community Centers Offer Welcoming Environments for Special-Needs Populations

Miami-Dade Jewish Community Centers Offer Welcoming Environments for Special-Needs Populations

Honoring their shared mission of serving all members of the local Jewish population, Miami’s three Federation-supported Jewish community centers (JCC), have many programs that address the needs of people with disabilities.

The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

Join Miami's community of women at The Women's Event on Tuesday, October 31 to “Be Inspired, Feel Empowered and Enjoy Friendship."

The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

Don’t miss your chance to hear from Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador of OPI Nail Products, Inc., share her Jewish journey and business success at The Women’s Event on Tuesday, October 31, at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

Federation’s SPACE Program a Resounding Success

Federation’s SPACE Program a Resounding Success

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign helps support the School Performance and Community Empowerment program (SPACE) at the Elisheva Girls High School in Pardes Channa/Karkur.

Sunset Over Miami Is a “Must” for Real Estate Pros

Sunset Over Miami Is a “Must” for Real Estate Pros

The 20th Annual Sunset Over Miami, the popular networking event organized by Federation's Real Estate Division, will be on Tuesday, October 10. Taking place at 1010 Brickell, this year’s program is chaired by Jonathan Raiffe and Scott Wadler.

Have Fun, Raise Money and Build Community at J-Impact’s 5K

Have Fun, Raise Money and Build Community at J-Impact’s 5K

Join Federation and J-Impact Young Latin Leadership Group at the 5K Run/Walk for Venezuela, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean and Mexico on Sunday, October 29 at Oleta River State Park.

Federation Continues to Support the Negev

Federation Continues to Support the Negev

The Negev Desert covers nearly 60 percent of Israel’s territory, yet is home to just eight percent of its population. Our Federation is actively working to improve the quality of life for its residents.

Join Miami's Inspiring, Empowering Community of Women at The Women's Event

Join Miami's Inspiring, Empowering Community of Women at The Women's Event

Join Federation Women’s Philanthropy and hundreds of other women for an inspirational and empowering Women’s Event on Tuesday, October 31 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

Federation’s Pre-Mission to Poland Is Still Accepting Registrations.

Federation’s Pre-Mission to Poland Is Still Accepting Registrations.

Limited spaces on Federation’s Pre-Mission to Poland, April 10-16, 2018, are still available. Learn about the lives of Eastern European Jews during the Holocaust while survivors from our community share their stories.

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