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Leket Israel Helps Fight Food Insufficiency

Leket Israel Helps Fight Food Insufficiency

Your donation to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign is helping Israelis in need receive food and nutritional assistance. Through Leket Israel — the country’s leading food rescue organization — food that would otherwise go to waste is distributed to thousands of Israelis, including children, single-parent families and the elderly.
Join Us at The Women’s Event

Join Us at The Women’s Event

Join some of Miami’s most dynamic and philanthropic women at The Women’s Event. Enjoy friendship and feel inspired on Thursday, November 14 at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.
Join Us for Kever Avot, a Communal High Holiday Memorial Service

Join Us for Kever Avot, a Communal High Holiday Memorial Service

The High Holiday season is a time to remember those who have had a significant impact upon us, especially loved ones who are no longer with us. Join Federation Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support at a special communal memorial service on Sunday, October 6 at four local cemeteries.
Hundreds of Volunteers Turn Out for Milk & Honey

Hundreds of Volunteers Turn Out for Milk & Honey

More than 850 volunteers brought Rosh Hashanah joy into the lives of Holocaust Survivors and homebound elderly last Sunday through Milk and Honey, the annual hands-on service program organized by Federation partner agency Jewish Community Services of South Florida.
L’Shanah Tova Tikatevu!

L’Shanah Tova Tikatevu!

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we extend our warmest wishes to you for a sweet New Year. May you and your loved ones be inscribed in the Book of Life and sealed for a year of health, happiness and peace. L’Shanah Tovah Tikatevu!
Apply to Participate in the 2020 March of the Living

Apply to Participate in the 2020 March of the Living

Applications for Miami's 2020 Teen March of the Living close Monday, September 23. Apply now before it's too late.
Lions on the Loose Offers Unique Programs for Women Philanthropists

Lions on the Loose Offers Unique Programs for Women Philanthropists

Federation Women’s Philanthropy recentlly launched "Lions on the Loose," a new initiative of programs designed specifically for Lion of Judah donors.
Don’t Miss Sunset Over Miami

Don’t Miss Sunset Over Miami

Meet, mingle and network at the 22nd Annual Sunset Over Miami on Thursday, September 26 at 7 p.m. at Brickell City Centre.
JBlend Educational Initiative Expands to Eight Jewish Day Schools

JBlend Educational Initiative Expands to Eight Jewish Day Schools

Four South Miami-Dade Jewish day schools have marked the start of the new school year by joining the #JBlendMiami Initiative, a forward-thinking approach to education, developed by the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), a Federation subsidiary agency.
Planning for a Hurricane

Planning for a Hurricane

In an effort to be a more inclusive and welcoming community, Federation recently hired an inclusion specialist to work with individuals and families seeking local programs and services for themselves or their loved ones with disabilities.
High Holiday Welcome Program Offers an Opportunity to Attend Services

High Holiday Welcome Program Offers an Opportunity to Attend Services

Are you looking for a synagogue for High Holiday worship? The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, together with 40 participating synagogues, are offering free seats to unaffiliated Jewish members of our community through the High Holiday Welcome Program.
Join Us for Sunset Over Miami

Join Us for Sunset Over Miami

Register now for the 22nd Annual Sunset Over Miami on Thursday, September 26 at 7 p.m. at Brickell City Centre.
Young Adults Make a Difference in the Community

Young Adults Make a Difference in the Community

Mazal tov to the new Repair the World Miami Fellows — Emily Erves, Ella Fies, Andrew Lloyd, Gabe Monett and Julia Shantz.
High Holiday Welcome Program Offers an Opportunity to Attend Services

High Holiday Welcome Program Offers an Opportunity to Attend Services

Are you looking for a synagogue for High Holiday worship? Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, together with 40 participating synagogues, are offering free seating to unaffiliated members of our community through the High Holiday Welcome Program.
Burying Sacred Jewish Texts in a South Florida Jewish Cemetery

Burying Sacred Jewish Texts in a South Florida Jewish Cemetery

In partnership with Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support, Federation honored Jewish tradition by burying out-of-date sacred books in a South Florida Jewish cemetery.
Hurricane Dorian Update: Federation Is Making a Difference

Hurricane Dorian Update: Federation Is Making a Difference

Following the devastating effects of Hurricane Dorian on the Bahamas, Federation is making a difference for those in need.
New Beginnings in Israel

New Beginnings in Israel

Last week marked the beginning of a new school year in Israel. Among the new students were more than 2,000 children and teens from 37 countries who made aliyah this summer with help of Federation overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel.
Federation Is Here for Our Community

Federation Is Here for Our Community

As Floridians work to prepare for Hurricane Dorian, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is here for our community.
Be a Part of the Jewish Community’s Response to Hurricane Dorian

Be a Part of the Jewish Community’s Response to Hurricane Dorian

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to assist those affected by Hurricane Dorian.
Help Our Community During a Hurricane

Help Our Community During a Hurricane

With Hurricane Dorian threatening much of Florida, the Federation Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) needs your help.
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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