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Feb 1, 2024

Supporting Israeli Children After 10/7

After a scared and lonely two months following the attacks of October 7, Yehuda, a bespectacled Israeli boy impacted by epilepsy, was able to rejoin his group therapy, thanks to an empowering gift from Simcha Layeled. The nonprofit is one of 12 organizations prioritizing the needs of Israeli children affected by the war that is receiving grants from the Jewish Federations of North America's Israel Emergency Fund. The national effort has surpassed $775 million, with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raising more than $29 million. Personally delivered by Jonathan, Yehuda’s madrich (instructor), the Replacing Pain With a Smile Encouragement kit included games, a recipe and ingredients for hot cocoa, a movie available to stream and other treats, and is part of the comprehensive support provided to hundreds of disabled and seriously ill Israeli children. Best of all, Jonathan also brought a warm hug and a listening ear. According to Israel’s Ministry of Education, 48,000 children age 18 and younger have been evacuated from their homes since October 7. From daycare for preschool-age evacuees and temporary schools for displaced students to long-term trauma treatment for those who witnessed the worst of humanity at the hands of Hamas, vital children’s services and care continue to be fueled by Federation support.

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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