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Dec 11, 2025

Former Hostages Marry With Gown From The Kallah Project

“It’s a reminder that love always rises,” said Debbie Mendal, Founder of the Federation-funded Kallah Project, referencing the contribution of a wedding gown for a former Israeli hostage. Kidnapped on October 7 from Kibbutz Be’eri, Raz and Ohad Ben Ami endured many months of separation. Reunited after 491 days, they discovered their wedding rings, ketubah and home destroyed. During a visit to Miami, the two decided to renew their vows — with help from The Kallah Project. Since its creation, the nonprofit has helped hundreds of Jewish brides celebrate their wedding day with beauty, confidence and dignity, regardless of financial means. Through donations of gowns and accessories, the community bridal boutique honors Jewish tradition fostering a pay-it-forward circle that empowers brides to share their joy with others. Click here to learn more about The Kallah Project.

2026 Women’s Amutot Initiative Grantees

2026 Women’s Amutot Initiative Grantees

Twenty-four nonprofits will receive a total of more than $350,000 in grants from Federation’s Women’s Amutot Initiative (WAI) to advance social, economic, religious and political equality for Israeli women.

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Supporting Resilience in Northern Israeli Schools

Supporting Resilience in Northern Israeli Schools

Your Federation dollars support the Israel Trauma Coalition’s (ITC) Resilient School Program addressing the educational crisis in Northern Israel. ITC is introducing a sustainable resilience-building initiative to provide children with structure, a sense of safety and a pathway to healing.

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MJFF Is Back: January 14-29

MJFF Is Back: January 14-29

This year’s Festival will present 139 films from 20 countries — including 105 features and 34 shorts — featuring 15 world premieres, 19 international premieres, 13 North American premieres, and 3 US premieres.

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Volunteer on MLK Day

Volunteer on MLK Day

Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Volunteer Center and Jewish Community Relations Council during an intergenerational, interfaith day of hands-on volunteering that will strengthen connection, compassion and justice in Miami.

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