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Federation Program Helping Ethiopian Israelis Train for High-Tech Careers

Federation Program Helping Ethiopian Israelis Train for High-Tech Careers

Federation is helping bridge the gap of Ethiopian Israelis employed in Israel’s tech sector by funding Tech-Career, a comprehensive training program established in 2002 by and for Ethiopian Israelis. So far, Tech-Career has enabled more than 1,300 young adults to attain and advance in promising careers in more than 62 sought-after specialties, including communications, network security, programming and automation.
Welcome Home: Through War and Terrorism, Olim Arrive in Israel

Welcome Home: Through War and Terrorism, Olim Arrive in Israel

Just one day after the recent ceasefire with Iran, 110 olim (new immigrants) from France arrived in Israel, and with the help of Federation partner The Jewish Agency for Israel, they continue to come, eager to start a new life. “In other countries, when there is war, people flee,” said Israel Immigration Minister Ofir Sofer, “but in our country, people come to join us.”
Hillel Offers Virtual Prep for Incoming Freshmen

Hillel Offers Virtual Prep for Incoming Freshmen

Incoming college freshmen can register now to join Hillel International for a free virtual session on Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m. ET. New students will hear from current Jewish college students about their experiences on campus, learn about ways to get connected to North American Jewish campus communities this fall and hear tips and tricks to prepare for the first week of school.
Alper JCC Miami and BeWell Miami Team Up to Care for Campers

Alper JCC Miami and BeWell Miami Team Up to Care for Campers

Alper JCC Miami is partnering with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation BeWell Miami initiative to bring mental health care to summer camp. BeWell Miami, which provides mental health support and resources for young people, has led counselor trainings at all three Federation-funded Miami-Dade JCCs over the past few years.
Supporting People With Disabilities During Emergencies

Supporting People With Disabilities During Emergencies

Federation is helping Israelis with disabilities find shelter during wars, terror attacks and more. When emergency sirens blare in Israel, most people run quickly to safety, but for those with disabilities, this may be impossible.
Commemorate the Anniversary of the AMIA JCC With Your Jewish Community

Commemorate the Anniversary of the AMIA JCC With Your Jewish Community

Join Jewish Miami on Tuesday, July 22 at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center for the Annual Commemoration of the AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) JCC bombing 31 years ago.
Record Number of Shlichim Arrive at Jewish Summer Camps

Record Number of Shlichim Arrive at Jewish Summer Camps

Despite a war with Iran, ballistic missiles and Israel’s closed airspace, this year’s delegation of summer camp shlichim (emissaries) is the largest ever. Each year, Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s longtime partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, recruits Israelis to work as counselors, specialists and educators in Jewish summer camps throughout North America.
NBA Draft Pick Has Ties to Jewish Miami

NBA Draft Pick Has Ties to Jewish Miami

Mazal tov to Danny Wolf and his family, who recently made history as one of two Jewish and Israeli players drafted by the Brooklyn Nets in the same round, just moments apart.
Jewish Day School Teachers: Apply for Inaugural Ades Scholars Fellowship

Jewish Day School Teachers: Apply for Inaugural Ades Scholars Fellowship

Jewish day school educators in Miami-Dade and Broward counties are invited to apply for the inaugural cohort of the Ades Scholars Fellowship. This is a unique opportunity for enthusiastic, growth-oriented individuals to receive financial and professional support while pursuing an advanced degree.
Federation: Caring for Our Community During a Crisis

Federation: Caring for Our Community During a Crisis

Hundreds of Miamians were in Israel when the recent escalation between Iran and Israel unexpectedly left them stranded in the country. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation knows how to create community, even in times of crises.
New Allocations Helping Israelis Affected by Iranian Attacks

New Allocations Helping Israelis Affected by Iranian Attacks

Through your support of the national Israel Emergency Fund (IEF), organized by Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), an additional $10 million is now helping Israelis whose needs increased dramatically due to the Israel-Iran War.
Shelly Brodie to Lead The Foundation as Chair

Shelly Brodie to Lead The Foundation as Chair

Longtime Federation Board member, Forever Pacesetter and highly involved volunteer Shelly Brodie will become the new Chair of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, effective July 1.
Local Preschoolers Hold Bake Sale to Support Yerucham First Graders

Local Preschoolers Hold Bake Sale to Support Yerucham First Graders

Preschoolers at the Herman & Miriam Tauber Academy raised $800 to help children in Federation’s partner city of Yerucham buy necessary school supplies. Every year at the Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center preschool, graduating classes engage in a mitzvah (good deed) project.
Supporting Jewish Miami’s Security Practices

Supporting Jewish Miami’s Security Practices

Federation’s Office of Community Security (OCS) remains vigilant in supporting our Jewish community, especially amidst a climate of increased antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment. Tasked with supporting the security posture of synagogues, schools, camps and other Jewish institutions throughout Miami-Dade County, OCS focuses on real-time intelligence to better advise on necessary security adjustments.
Greater Miami Jewish Federation Launches Israel Emergency Fund

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Launches Israel Emergency Fund

The people of Israel are under fire. Click here to donate to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Israel Emergency Fund.
South Floridians in Israel Staying in Touch

South Floridians in Israel Staying in Touch

What started as a chat group of 35 at the onset of Operation Rising Lion for Miamians stranded in Israel has turned into an information network for hundreds from across South Florida.
Urge Your Congressperson to Stand With Israel

Urge Your Congressperson to Stand With Israel

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, our Jewish Community Relations Council and the Jewish Federations of North America are encouraging everyone to contact their member of Congress to request unwavering support for Israel as it defends itself against Iran’s nuclear threat.
Federation Providing Immediate Assistance to Israelis Under Fire

Federation Providing Immediate Assistance to Israelis Under Fire

At this critical time for Israel, Federation and our longstanding overseas partners are working around the clock to give vital support to those in need and responding quickly to emerging issues.
Processing Trauma and Paperwork: Helping Israelis Receive Government Assistance

Processing Trauma and Paperwork: Helping Israelis Receive Government Assistance

“People who have experienced trauma must also deal with bureaucracy,” said Aya, a program manager at one of 30 Federation-supported benefit centers throughout Israel, created to help guide Israelis through the government requirements necessary to receive the aid following a terrorist attack.
Miami Jewish Film Festival Named One of the Best

Miami Jewish Film Festival Named One of the Best

For the fourth time, the Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF), a program of CAJE | The Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education, a Federation agency, has been included in MovieMaker Magazine’s prestigious list of the “50 Best Film Festivals in the World.”
Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Support Mississippi’s Jewish Community

Federation has established an assistance fund to help the state’s oldest and largest Jewish house of worship recover from a devastating arson attack.

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Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Eighteen Miami Organizations Receive Jewish Incubator Grants

Federation is strengthening Jewish identity and addressing community needs through our Jewish Incubator Grants Committee, which recently allocated $100,000 to 18 Miami organizations spearheading innovative programs.

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Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

Leave a Legacy With a Donor-Advised Fund

The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a highly popular Donor-Advised Fund program that can be established with a gift of assets (cash or appreciated assets such as stock) valued at as little as $5,000.

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Making a Difference for Israeli Children

Making a Difference for Israeli Children

By guiding children and their families during pivotal stages of growth, Youth Futures strengthens resilience, fosters belonging and expands opportunities for meaningful involvement in their schools and community.

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