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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack

A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, along with its Jewish Community Relations Council and Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, joins Jewish communities and all people of good will in expressing our outrage and grief at this morning’s barbaric attack at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA.
Community-wide Solidarity Vigil:  An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

Community-wide Solidarity Vigil: An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

Community-Wide Solidarity Vigil:
An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate
The Women’s Event: You Want to Be There

The Women’s Event: You Want to Be There

More than 400 women have already made plans to attend the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Event on Wednesday, November 14. Will you be there? Join your Miami community for friendship, fun, and of course, philanthropy.
JCRC Helps Improve Teaching Around Middle Eastern and Jewish History

JCRC Helps Improve Teaching Around Middle Eastern and Jewish History

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is helping educate thousands of Miami public school students on Israel, the Middle East and other topics relating to Judaism and Jewish history.
Join Your Jewish Community to Commemorate Kristallnacht

Join Your Jewish Community to Commemorate Kristallnacht

Come together in solidarity with your Jewish community on Sunday, November 11 to commemorate Kristallnacht, widely recognized as a seminal event of the Holocaust.
Learn About Florida's Jewish History at the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

Learn About Florida's Jewish History at the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

In addition to strengthening our Jewish community for tomorrow, Federation’s Annual/UJA Campaign also helps support institutions that preserve our Jewish history, like the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU (JMOF-FIU).
Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available 

Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available 

Calling all teen leaders! Do you have what it takes to be a Stephen Muss Impact Fellow? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship prepares a select group of high school students to take their place as future Jewish change-makers.
Moishe House Miami-Aventura is Looking for a New Resident

Moishe House Miami-Aventura is Looking for a New Resident

Calling all young adults: Moishe House Miami-Aventura is looking for a new resident.
Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Learn how your Federation donation makes a difference in the lives of Jews all around the world at The Women’s Event on Wednesday, November 14 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.
The Jewish Community Responds to Hurricane Michael

The Jewish Community Responds to Hurricane Michael

Support residents of Florida’s panhandle and Georgia as they recover from the destruction of Hurricane Michael by donating to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Hurricane Michael Relief fund.
Shalom Bayit Program Helps Abuse Survivors Thrive

Shalom Bayit Program Helps Abuse Survivors Thrive

Imagine growing up terrified in a loud and volatile home, always unsure when the next blow will come. More than 10 years ago, Federation Women’s Philanthropy created a movement to support survivors of domestic abuse.
Your Support Helps Provide Jewish Education

Your Support Helps Provide Jewish Education

Thanks to your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, 149 children at 10 day schools are receiving a Jewish education this year. Jewish day schools provide secular and Jewish education in a community environment, which helps students develop critical thinking skills along with a deep understanding of Jewish culture, traditions and history.
Help the Victims of Hurricane Michael

Help the Victims of Hurricane Michael

In the wake of athe latest natural disaster, this time in the Florida Panhandle, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has stepped in to help. As residents begin to recover from Hurricane Michael, Federation has established an emergency relief fund to provide immediate aid to those affected.
Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Calling all mothers, daughters, sisters and best friends: You don’t want to miss this year’s Federation Women’s Philanthropy brunch on Wednesday, November 14. Chaired by Amanda Adler, the event will take place at the Hilton Miami Downtown.
Volunteer to Help Rebuild Puerto Rico

Volunteer to Help Rebuild Puerto Rico

One year after Hurricane Maria, the people of Puerto Rico still need our help. Join Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center on the Rebuilding Mission to Puerto Rico, Sunday, November 4 - Thursday, November 8.
Join JCRC at Decoding Florida’s Ballot Initiatives

Join JCRC at Decoding Florida’s Ballot Initiatives

With midterm elections on the horizon, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is helping educate our community about what to expect on the November 6 ballot.
Masa Israel Journey Is Gearing Up for Fall Arrivals

Masa Israel Journey Is Gearing Up for Fall Arrivals

Federation-supported Masa Israel Journey is gearing up for fall arrivals. Last year, more than 11,500 young men and women joined one of Masa’s programs in Israel, which offers high school and college students, college graduates and young professionals a life-changing opportunity.
Young Lion of Judah Program Inspires Volunteers

Young Lion of Judah Program Inspires Volunteers

Inspire your B’Nai Mitzvah child to demonstrate a commitment to the Jewish community by enrolling in Young Lion of Judah, a program of Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.
Help Victims of Hurricane Florence

Help Victims of Hurricane Florence

As residents of North and South Carolina begin to recover from Hurricane Florence, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established a relief fund to provide immediate assistance to the people who have been affected by the storm and widespread flooding.
Tikkun Olam is a Family Affair at Federation

Tikkun Olam is a Family Affair at Federation

It’s never too early to learn the value of tikkun olam. Four-year-old Ellie Wieder, daughter of Adam and Lauren Wieder of Aventura, organized her first lemonade stand and donated the proceeds to Federation.
Federation Allocates Emergency Grant

Federation Allocates Emergency Grant

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is helping Israelis affected by the current conflict with Iran with an emergency grant to the Fund for Victims of Terror (FVOT).

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JCRC's Critical Work Makes a Difference

JCRC's Critical Work Makes a Difference

Republican leadership in Miami-Dade moved quickly to engage with Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) following local news reports that the secretary of the Miami-Dade County Republican Party engaged in viscerally antisemitic and racist rhetoric in a group chat.

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Ofer Lichtig: Federation on the Ground in Israel

Ofer Lichtig: Federation on the Ground in Israel

“The effectiveness of Federation support in the current war in Israel is actually a product of October 7,” noted Ofer Lichtig, Greater Miami Jewish Federation Representative in Israel.

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Federation Helps Upgrade Yerucham Emergency Operations Center

Federation Helps Upgrade Yerucham Emergency Operations Center

Yerucham’s recently renovated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is already being put the test as Israelis brace themselves against Iranian missiles, and thanks to Federation funding, our partner city is now better able to monitor and respond to crises.

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