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Jul 9, 2024

JFNA Visits Ukraine

In what was the first visit by a North American Jewish organization to Kyiv since the start of the war, leaders from the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to reaffirm the Jewish community’s continued support of the people of the besieged country. “I hope the Ukrainians know that their incredible courage and resolve is being supported by the free nations of the world,” said JFNA President and CEO Eric D. Fingerhut. Zelensky expressed his appreciation for the Jewish community’s ongoing assistance and discussed the common plight of Ukraine and Israel. The mission also met with First Lady Olena Zelenska, who implored the group to continue to advocate for Ukraine. Since the war began in February 2022, JFNA and our overseas partners the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee and The Jewish Agency for Israel have been providing humanitarian aid to more than half a million Ukrainians, including more than 160,000 Jews. The national emergency campaign for Ukraine has raised more than $100 million, and Fingerhut stressed that the Jewish community’s commitment to helping Israel at this critical time will not diminish its aid to the people of Ukraine. Over the past two years, Federation's Annual Campaign has allocated more than $400,000 to aid those affected by the war in Ukraine.

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

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Despite a war with Iran, ballistic missiles and Israel’s closed airspace, this year’s delegation of summer camp shlichim (emissaries) is the largest ever.

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Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

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When emergency sirens blare in Israel, most people run quickly to safety in shelters, but for those with disabilities, this may be impossible, which is why Federation is funding essential programs that help during wars, terror attacks and more.

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Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Join Jewish Miami on Tuesday, July 22 for the Annual Commemoration of the tragic AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) Jewish Community Center bombing in Argentina 31 years ago.

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Hurricane Season Is Here

Hurricane Season Is Here

You can join the 2025 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to support our community if a disaster strikes.

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