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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.

Holocaust Education Week Brings Films, Speakers and Art Exhibitions to Miami

With the alarming rise of antisemitism throughout the US and abroad, this year’s Holocaust Education Week, beginning Sunday, November 7 through Friday November 12, offers critical learning tools for our community.

Shalom Bayit Helps Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Physical attacks, emotional abuse, isolation, verbal rage, threats and intimidation — these are the signs of domestic violence, which can impact anyone, regardless of religion, age, gender, education or economic status.

Join Us for a Virtual Commemoration of Kristallnacht

Come together with our community as we mark one of the most tragic days in Jewish history at Kristallnacht: A Virtual Commemoration on Sunday, November 7 at 6 p.m.

Secure the Future of Holocaust Education: Miami Beach Residents, Vote Yes on Referendum

If you are a resident of Miami Beach, the Jewish community needs your vote to help secure the future of Holocaust education.

Learn About Jewish Life on Campus

College application season is upon us and Hillel International has an important resource for high school seniors and their families.

Become a Spiritual Caregiver With Refuat Ha-Nefesh

Are you looking for a rewarding program to give back to older adults who are isolated and lonely during the pandemic?

Base Miami Provides Opportunities for Jewish Community

For young adults looking for meaningful connections to Jewish life, Base Miami, an innovative Federation program, is the place to go.

Miami Beach Residents: Vote Yes on Referendum 1to Support Holocaust Education

Calling all residents of Miami Beach: The Jewish community needs your help to secure the future of Holocaust education. Please vote YES ON REFERENDUM 1, Amending the Lease of City Property: Holocaust Memorial Site to help ensure the future of Holocaust education for the next generation at no cost to taxpayers.

Celebrate Sigd With the Ethiopian Jewish Community

You’re invited to join The Jewish Agency for Israel on Wednesday, November 3 at Noon (EST) for a virtual celebration of Sigd, a holiday focused on renewal and redemption.

Hebraica Maccabi Games Celebrates 40 Years

Join our Jewish community at the 40th Annual Hebraica Maccabi Games! What started with 200 athletes is now the largest annual Jewish athletic event of its kind in the US. From Thursday, November 18-Sunday, November 28, hundreds of Jewish individuals from all over the world will gather at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center, a Federation partner agency, for an Olympic-style competition in 17 different events.

Applications are Now Open for the Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship

Do you know an extraordinary teen leader ready to take the next step in their Jewish journey? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship is now accepting applications for its 2022 Miami cohort, taking place September 5-December 21, 2022.

Helping At-Risk Teens in Israel

Federation overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel is helping at-risk teens in Israel through Youth Futures.

JCRC Program Brings Jewish and Black Teens Together

Teens Advocating Together, a program of Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) in partnership with the Miami-Dade Branch of the NAACP’s Youth Council, recently launched its third year.
Miami's Jewish Leaders Advocate in Washington, DC

Miami's Jewish Leaders Advocate in Washington, DC

Miami's Jewish community leaders traveled to Washington, DC twice this month to advocate for Jewish communal security funding, support for Israel and against antisemitism.

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May Is “Leave a Legacy Month”

May Is “Leave a Legacy Month”

The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is here to help you create a planned, or legacy, gift for a charity that is meaningful to you — making an impact for years to come.

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UM Hillel Birthright Visits Yerucham

UM Hillel Birthright Visits Yerucham

During their visit, the group worked in the orchard at Kulna Yerucham, which promotes education, culture and entrepreneurship throughout Israeli society, and ended the night in Bedouin tents with a bonfire and meaningful conversation.

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8th Annual CAJE Robotics Festival

8th Annual CAJE Robotics Festival

Supported by the Eleanor M. and Herbert D. Katz Foundation and hosted by Scheck Hillel Community School, more than 200 students and educators from 11 Jewish day schools across South Florida came together for a day dedicated to robotics, engineering, coding, creativity and collaborative learning.

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