Apr 24, 2023

Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission Wrap Up

The words of Theodor Herzl, “If you will it, it is no dream,” came to life during the much-awaited Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission, which ended yesterday. For its 800-plus participants, the week-long journey through the Jewish homeland felt nothing short of a fantastic dream, one they will remember forever. Touted as the Celebration of a Lifetime, the Mission opened on Thursday, April 20, and brought all 21 buses together a number of times throughout the week for Mega Events. Highlights included a Desert Extravaganza with a spectacular drone show that lit up the sky and a poignant reenactment of the creation of the State of Israel during the transition ceremony between Israel's Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror (Yom Ha’Zikaron) and Israel's Independence Day (Yom Ha’Atzmaut). The conclusion of the program saw eight Federation Past Presidents and Past Board Chairs joining together on stage (pictured above), proudly displaying our connection with Israel and the strength of the Federation collective from generation to generation. And of course, daily Mission tours introduced Miamians to Israeli organizations that benefit from Federation support and inspired their generosity. Mission participants contributed more than $3 million to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Annual Campaign, in addition to nearly $2 million in estimated future gifts made through The Foundation. Click here for a full recap with stories, photos, videos and news articles.