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Join Federation's JCRC for Israel Day at the Florida Capitol

Join Federation's JCRC for Israel Day at the Florida Capitol

Jewish Miami is taking over the Capitol March 25-26 with our fellow Florida Federations and the Israeli Consulate for an exciting 24 hours of pro-Israel programming. Hotels are selling out for this important gathering, which will include sessions with high-level experts on Israel, antisemitism, education and technology.
BeWell Miami Presents Second Annual Jewish Community Youth Mental Health Summit

BeWell Miami Presents Second Annual Jewish Community Youth Mental Health Summit

The mental health and wellbeing of our nation’s youth is at a critical point, especially for Jewish teens as they navigate ongoing geopolitical conflicts and increasingly prevalent antisemitism.
The Jewish Federations of North America Statement on Slain Hostages

The Jewish Federations of North America Statement on Slain Hostages

The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) mourn and pray for the families of Itzik Elgarat, Tsahi Idan, Shlomo Mantzur and Ohad Yahalomi, all taken hostage from their safe rooms and homes in a horrifying manner by Hamas terrorists on October 7.
Women’s Philanthropy Welcomes Chef Yaniv Cohen for The Women’s Event

Women’s Philanthropy Welcomes Chef Yaniv Cohen for The Women’s Event

For a taste of community and cuisine, join Federation Women’s Philanthropy at this year's The Women’s Event, featuring chef and restaurateur Yaniv Cohen, also known as The Spice Detective.
Jewish Miami Makes Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day Super Great

Jewish Miami Makes Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day Super Great

More than 500 volunteers of all ages came together at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation last Sunday to raise vital dollars and join in meaningful mitzvah projects to support those in need.
Don’t Miss Super Sunday — This Sunday!

Don’t Miss Super Sunday — This Sunday!

It’s not too late to sign up for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day, this Sunday, February 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Register for Federation’s largest phonathon of the year and join hundreds of volunteers from across Jewish Miami to raise critical funds for the 2025 Federation Campaign.
Joan Kasner: Teaching by Example

Joan Kasner: Teaching by Example

Teaching daily at the same Miami school for 60 years, 89-year-old Joan Kasner sets an example for her commitment to helping others, which is also evident in her longtime philanthropic support of Federation and our Jewish community.
Jewish Federations React to Hamas' Psychological Warfare on Bibas Family

Jewish Federations React to Hamas' Psychological Warfare on Bibas Family

Jewish Federations are appalled, outraged and disgusted by Hamas’ cruel and deceitful psychological warfare against the Bibas family, the State of Israel and the Jewish people.
JVC Organizes Kindness Day at Alper JCC Miami

JVC Organizes Kindness Day at Alper JCC Miami

More than 100 participants came together last weekend for the first annual Kindness Day at the J, a joint program between Federation Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) and Alper JCC Miami.
New Law Combating Food Insecurity in Israel

New Law Combating Food Insecurity in Israel

Through Federation’s sustained support, Leket Israel is having a greater impact on combating food insecurity following the Knesset’s recent passage of a new law requiring surplus food redistribution.
Super Sunday Is Coming Up!

Super Sunday Is Coming Up!

Super Sunday is next weekend, and hundreds of volunteers from Jewish Miami will come together to make calls and raise critical funds for the 2025 Federation Campaign during our largest annual phonathon, which runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Helping to Heal October 7 Survivors

Helping to Heal October 7 Survivors

Federation is assisting thousands of traumatized survivors of the October 7 terrorist attack. Within the first weeks of the Israel-Hamas war, Federation-funded ELI Wartime Response began providing vital trauma relief, as well as long-term therapeutic intervention, impacting 2,000 survivors and evacuees.
Tal Becker, Israeli Legal Expert, Headlines Upcoming Program

Tal Becker, Israeli Legal Expert, Headlines Upcoming Program

In partnership with The Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), Federation is proud to present Israel at a Crossroads: Three Dilemmas for the Jewish State on Sunday, March 9, 5-6:30 p.m., at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center.
Federation Receives $200,000 to Continue Support of Holocaust Survivors

Federation Receives $200,000 to Continue Support of Holocaust Survivors

Federation has been awarded $200,000 to continue its critical support of programming and social services for Holocaust Survivors and trauma care for diverse older adults in Miami. The funds are part of a $3.3 million federal grant from the Administration for Community Living, secured through Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA).
Register Now for Birthright Israel

Register Now for Birthright Israel

Can you imagine anything better than traveling through Israel with a group of your peers from Miami? Applications are now being accepted for this summer’s Miami community Birthright Israel trip, June 15-26.
Join Your Community for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Join Your Community for Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day

Hundreds of volunteers of all ages will come together at Federation on Sunday, February 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Super Sunday – our largest annual phonathon, making calls to raise vital dollars for the 2025 Federation Campaign.
Federation Is Caring for the Hostages

Federation Is Caring for the Hostages

As our beloved hostages return home, Federation is supporting their recovery and reintegration into Israeli society. We anxiously await the release of three more hostages tomorrow, along with all of our Israeli brothers and sisters who remain in captivity.
The Main Event Wows Record-Breaking Crowd of 1,700

The Main Event Wows Record-Breaking Crowd of 1,700

Jewish Miami was loud and proud at The Main Event last Sunday, where the Greater Miami Jewish Federation debuted our new Jewish Miami Proud video to a record-breaking crowd of 1,700 people.
Apply Now for a Zero-Interest Loan for Continuing Education

Apply Now for a Zero-Interest Loan for Continuing Education

Do you or someone you know need help paying for college? JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency, provides need-based zero percent-interest loans for Jewish undergrad, graduate and vocational students.
Federation Allocates Additional Israel Emergency Funds

Federation Allocates Additional Israel Emergency Funds

Federation recently allocated nearly $370,000 to nine diverse Israeli nonprofits from the $30 million Israel Emergency Fund (IEF) raised in Miami. The Vertigo Dance Company will utilize the emergency grant for therapeutic workshops for IDF reservists and their families at its Resilience Farm, an “eco-art” village connecting art, dance and environmental awareness to spiritual growth and social change.
Federation Issues Statement on Ceasefire and Hostage Return

Federation Issues Statement on Ceasefire and Hostage Return

With tremendous joy and relief the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM) welcome the announcement that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza that, if goes as planned, will result in the release of all remaining hostages in the coming days.

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Federation Grants for Psychoeducational Evaluations

Federation Grants for Psychoeducational Evaluations

Is the cost of a psychoeducational evaluation for your child preventing you from accessing the services they need to succeed in the classroom? A grant from Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) can help!

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Feeding Israel’s Hungry

Feeding Israel’s Hungry

As rising numbers of Israelis face food insecurity, Federation and our partners continue to boost nutritional support for vulnerable individuals and families throughout the country.

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Pay it Forward This Thanksgiving

Pay it Forward This Thanksgiving

Participating in the 17th Annual Everything but the Turkey, hosted by Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) in Miami Beach on Sunday, November 16, 2 p.m. and South Dade on Thursday, November 20, 6 p.m.

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