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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with Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support, Federation honored Jewish tradition by burying out-of-date sacred books in a South Florida Jewish cemetery.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.
New Hillel at FIU Initiative Focuses on Diversity

New Hillel at FIU Initiative Focuses on Diversity

Jewish adults looking to engage their mind and spirit can find meaningful, relevant and dynamic classes through the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, a program of Federation subsidiary agency the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education.
Keeping Jews Safe in the FSU

Keeping Jews Safe in the FSU

Jewish adults looking to engage their mind and spirit can find meaningful, relevant and dynamic classes through the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, a program of Federation subsidiary agency the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education.
Registration Open for Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning

Registration Open for Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning

Jewish adults looking to engage their mind and spirit can find meaningful, relevant and dynamic classes through the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, a program of Federation subsidiary agency the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education.
Leadership Mission to South America

Leadership Mission to South America

Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Chair Tammy Woldenberg recently returned from a mission to Argentina and Uruguay with Federation leaders from throughout the US.
Miami Jewish Day School Educators Learn About Teaching the Holocaust

Miami Jewish Day School Educators Learn About Teaching the Holocaust

A group of Miami Jewish day school educators recently traveled to Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center in Jerusalem, Israel, for an annual program co-sponsored by the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of Federation, to learn innovative methods to teach the legacy of the Holocaust.
Connect with Your Community This New Year

Connect with Your Community This New Year

Are you looking for a spiritual connection this Jewish New Year? The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have compiled a directory of area synagogues to help you find a place to worship.
Bringing Israel to Miami

Bringing Israel to Miami

A warm welcome to Tamar Kolumbus, who recently arrived from Israel to serve as Miami’s community shlicha (emissary).
Yerucham/Miami Soccer Team Wins Gold at JCC Maccabi Games in Detroit

Yerucham/Miami Soccer Team Wins Gold at JCC Maccabi Games in Detroit

Teens from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation partner city of Yerucham, Israel, joined their Miami counterparts at last week’s JCC Maccabi Games & ArtsFest in Detroit, Michigan.
Program Promotes Teen Involvement

Program Promotes Teen Involvement

With the goal of keeping teens involved in the Jewish community beyond the Bar and Bat Mitzvah years, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), a Federation subsidiary agency, is accepting grant applications for the Miami ARC Teen Initiative.
Connect with Your Community This New Year

Connect with Your Community This New Year

Are you looking for a spiritual connection this Jewish New Year? Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have compiled a directory of area synagogues to help members of Miami’s Jewish community find a place to worship.
87th Annual Meeting

87th Annual Meeting

The 2024-2025 season will come to a close on Thursday, May 22 at the 87th Annual Meeting, when the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will install the 2025-2026 Board of Directors, Trustees, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations.

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Lions Visit Panama

Lions Visit Panama

A group of Lions of Judah from Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy recently visited Panama to explore the country’s rich Jewish history, dating back to the 1500s, as well as today’s vibrant Jewish life and culture.

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Hillel Wants You!

Hillel Wants You!

Hillel is once again offering incoming Jewish college freshmen a welcome gift and the chance to win one of five $500 gift cards for back-to-school or dorm essentials.

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Fresh Produce for Israel’s Children

Fresh Produce for Israel’s Children

For years, Federation has provided rescued fresh produce and meals for Israelis in need through Leket Israel, and the demand for the nonprofit’s services has nearly doubled since October 7 due to scarcity and high prices.

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