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Oct 23, 2019

Raising Awareness for Risk of Breast Cancer

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With support from a Federation Jewish Incubator Grant and the Women’s Impact Initiative, Yodeah is helping Jewish women understand their cancer risk. The Miami-based, grassroots, volunteer organization is providing educational outreach programs and on-site, low-cost, saliva-based genetic testing for hereditary cancer mutations in the Jewish community. Jewish Incubator Grants and Women’s Impact Initiative grants are awarded annually by Federation to support inspiring, innovative programs. For more information on the Incubator Grants, contact Bonnie Dawson at [email protected] or 786.866.8498. For more information about Women’s Impact Initiative, contact Dahlia Bendavid at [email protected] or 786.866-8445.

87th Annual Meeting

87th Annual Meeting

The 2024-2025 season will come to a close on Thursday, May 22 at the 87th Annual Meeting, when the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will install the 2025-2026 Board of Directors, Trustees, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations.

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Lions Visit Panama

Lions Visit Panama

A group of Lions of Judah from Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy recently visited Panama to explore the country’s rich Jewish history, dating back to the 1500s, as well as today’s vibrant Jewish life and culture.

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Hillel Wants You!

Hillel Wants You!

Hillel is once again offering incoming Jewish college freshmen a welcome gift and the chance to win one of five $500 gift cards for back-to-school or dorm essentials.

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Fresh Produce for Israel’s Children

Fresh Produce for Israel’s Children

For years, Federation has provided rescued fresh produce and meals for Israelis in need through Leket Israel, and the demand for the nonprofit’s services has nearly doubled since October 7 due to scarcity and high prices.

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