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Aug 22, 2023

New Olim Head Back to School 


It’s back-to-school time in Israel, too, and Federation’s longtime overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, is ensuring Israel’s newest citizens are prepared to learn on their first day of school. Earlier this month, 160 soon-to-be first- graders celebrated the new school year at the Israel Aquarium. The children — all of whom are new olim (immigrants) and living in Jewish Agency absorption centers — received backpacks and supplies so they are ready to take on a new school year. Residents of the center spend up to six months attending ulpan (intensive Hebrew classes) and receiving guidance in assimilating into Israeli society. Last year, more than 76,000 people made Israel their home. Click here to make a secure online donation to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, which helps our partners support new olim, along with many other important programs.

Federation Leaders Explore Jewish Life in Paris

Federation Leaders Explore Jewish Life in Paris

Last week, leaders from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation were among the hundreds of volunteers who took part in the annual Jewish Federations of North America campaign mission, this time to Paris, France.

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Emotional Support During the Israel-Iran War

Emotional Support During the Israel-Iran War

For years, Federation’s partner, the Israel Trauma Coalition (ITC), has provided emotional support for Israelis in the aftermath of terror attacks, so the nonprofit was able to quickly assist thousands when the war with Iran recently broke out.

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FVC: Paying it Forward This Summer

FVC: Paying it Forward This Summer

It’s been a busy summer for our Federation Volunteer Center (FVC), which has been collaborating with numerous community partners and engaging hundreds of Jewish Miamians in hands-on service projects.

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Celebrating Disability Pride Month

Celebrating Disability Pride Month

July is Disability Pride Month and Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) offers resources to help celebrate and support Jewish Miamians with disabilities.

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