Home / See, Read & Share / Federation News

Nov 20, 2024

Expectant Israeli Mothers Receive Prenatal Classes and Support

Expectant mothers in Israel are facing an unprecedented level of stress and anxiety since the terrorist attacks of October 7. Many have been internally displaced — pulled from their daily routines and their comfort zones, far away from family and their support system — while others have lost their partners in the ongoing war, either called to reserve duty or killed in battle. There's been a notable increase in the number of women experiencing postpartum depression. To alleviate this stress and foster a sense of community, Federation funds have helped create Mommies and Babies. These sessions, which also reach the partners of reservists, provide essential guidance and emotional support, offering a safe space for mothers-to-be to connect, share experiences and prepare for childbirth together. Hadar Elmakayes, an evacuee from Kiryat Shmona in northern Israel who participates in the program, says, “Each one of us shares what we are going through, and it unites us and lifts our spirits.” Click here to watch a short video about the program.

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

As missiles rained down and everyone took shelter, Federation did what it does best: organized a swift response, located resources and brought people together.

Read More

Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Through your support of the Israel Emergency Fund (IEF), an additional $10 million is now helping Israelis whose needs have increased dramatically since the start of the Israel-Iran war.

Read More

Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

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.

Read More

Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Preschoolers at the Herman & Miriam Tauber Academy raised $800 to help children in Federation’s partner city of Yerucham buy necessary school supplies.

Read More

Stay in Touch

Receive news about Greater Miami Jewish Federation events and more.