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Greater Miami Jewish Federation, JCRC mourn the death of Rep. Carrie Meek

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) mourn the death of Congresswoman Carrie Meek. The daughter of a sharecropper and granddaughter of slaves, she fought passionately against discrimination and inequality for all communities and was a staunch advocate for refugees and immigrants, in particular Miami’s Haitian community. She also spoke out against the unequal treatment of Afro-Cubans by Cuba’s communist government and marched in Freedom Sunday on Dec. 6, 1987, when 200,000 people protested in Washington, DC in support of Soviet Jewry.

Greater Miami Jewish Federation, JCRC, ADL Condemn White Supremacist Vandalism at Homestead Jewish Center

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) are appalled and outraged by this weekend’s vandalism of the Homestead Jewish Center, where an alleged right-wing extremist scaled the synagogue fence and hung a makeshift banner that read, “The goyim know 88.” The incident occurred early Saturday morning during Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath) and one day before the beginning of Hanukkah.

The Saul Schottenstein Foundation Helps Local Families Celebrate Chanukah

Thanks to the generous legacy of Saul Schottenstein, individuals and families facing food insufficiency will have something special to include in their Chanukah celebration.

Celebrate Chanukah Around the World

The miracle of Chanukah is celebrated in Jewish communities around the world and now you can be a part of the traditions.

Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance Sponsors Program on Selfcare

Caregivers of children with special needs can enjoy an important virtual program on selfcare on Thursday, December 2 from 7-8:30 p.m.

Everything But the Turkey Prepares Nearly 3,000 Food Items for Thanksgiving

With the help of hundreds of passionate volunteers, Everything But the Turkey’s B’nai Mitzvah year was a resounding success!

Thank You for Your Support on Give Miami Day

Thank you, Miami! Because of your overwhelming generosity, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raised more than $1.2 million on Give Miami Day.

Nominate a Teen Leader for Diller Tikkun Olam Award

Do you know an outstanding Jewish teen leader who is a true changemaker? Each year, the Helen Diller Family Foundation awards 15 Jewish teens with $36,000 in recognition of their exceptional leadership and engagement in service projects that embody the value of tikkun olam (repairing the world).

Review Your Philanthropic Goals Before the Year Ends

As 2021 comes to an end, it is a perfect time to review your philanthropic goals. You can make an impact today by donating to the Annual Campaign or by perpetuating your giving through legacy planning.

Applications for Jewish Overnight Summer Camps Available

Applications for overnight Jewish summer camp scholarships are now available!

Mazal Tov to the Miami-Yerucham Partnership as it Celebrates its B'Nai Mitzvah Year

Mazal Tov to the Miami-Yerucham partnership as it celebrates its Bar Mitzvah year. To mark the partnership between Federation’s Miami Jewish community and Yerucham in Israel, residents from both communities have created a B'nai Mitzvah booklet highlighting stories from the partnership.

Miami Beach Voters Approve Expansion of Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach received overwhelming approval to build a new Learning Center. The local referendum was approved by nearly 80 percent of participating voters.

Jewish Day Schools Restart Robotics Program

The bots are back! After pausing programming due to COVID-19, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE) Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Program is now operating in a safe and educational way.

Volunteer at Everything but the Turkey and Make a Difference in the Community

Giving back makes the holiday season more meaningful. Join Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) for the 13th Annual Everything but the Turkey on Sunday, November 21 in North Dade at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center, 20400 NE 30 Avenue, Aventura or in South Dade at Temple Bet Shira at 7500 SW 120 Street.

This Chanukah, Give the Gift of Israel

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

Federation Featured in the Miami Herald Giving Section 2021

Last week, the Miami Herald highlighted Federation's work in its annual Giving Section, a special supplement that recognizes local organizations working to support vulnerable populations in South Florida and giving back to the community.

Make an Impact on Give Miami Day by Donating to Federation

Boost the impact of your donation to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign by contributing on Give Miami Day on Thursday, November 18.

Holocaust Education Week Begins Sunday with a Virtual Community Commemoration of Kristallnacht

Holocaust Education Week begins Sunday, November 7 with Kristallnacht: “The Night of Broken Glass,” a virtual community commemoration that honors one of the most tragic days in Jewish history widely regarded as the spark that ignited the Holocaust.

Helping Families Experiencing Food Insecurity

While the latest statistics thankfully show COVID-19 cases dropping, individuals and families in our community continue to face food insecurity as a result of the economic fallout from the pandemic.

Giving Guide Thank You 2021

Generous Donor Clears Medical Debt in Miami

Generous Donor Clears Medical Debt in Miami

More than 120,000 Jewish and non-Jewish Miami residents will be cleared of over $200 million in medical debt, lifting a burden that has weighed heavily on them for years.

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Good Deeds Day Celebrates 20 Years

Good Deeds Day Celebrates 20 Years

Businesswoman and philanthropist Shari Arison, along with her extended family, joined 800 volunteers from across Miami for the US kickoff of Good Deeds Day this past Sunday.

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Honoring Israel’s Fallen Heroes and Celebrate Israel 78

Honoring Israel’s Fallen Heroes and Celebrate Israel 78

Stand Jewish Miami Proud by showing support for our homeland and the Jewish people at communitywide events in observance of Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day.

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Supporting Israeli High Schoolers

Supporting Israeli High Schoolers

Recognizing the importance of routine and resilience, especially when it comes to education, Federation and our partners on the ground have launched a new matriculation and resilience program for students living within a mile of the border.

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