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Ethiopian-Israelis Benefit From Your Federation Donation

Dec 3, 2018

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is helping strengthen the Ethiopian-Israeli community in Israel. In addition to supporting programs that focus on education and teacher training, Federation dollars are funding a variety of initiatives in 2019.

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Ethiopian-Israelis Benefit From Your Federation Donation

Dec 3, 2018

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is helping strengthen the Ethiopian-Israeli community in Israel. In addition to supporting programs that focus on education and teacher training, Federation dollars are funding a variety of initiatives in 2019.

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Happy Chanukah from our Family to Yours!

Dec 3, 2018

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we wish you a Happy Chanukah! As you celebrate the Festival of Lights, may your home be bright with happiness and love. Click here to watch our Chanukah video.

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PJ Library Story Squad Gives the Gift of Chanukah to Miami-Dade Students

Dec 3, 2018

To celebrate the Chanukah season, PJ Library is providing a holiday experience for more than 700 children across Miami-Dade public and private secular schools.

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Friendship and a Hot Meal Helps Lonely Seniors Through the Holidays

Dec 3, 2018

Seniors struggling with food insufficiency, especially during the holidays, can find a hot meal and companionship at one of five meal sites provided by Jewish Community Services (JCS) of South Florida, a Federation beneficiary agency.

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Tax-Smart Strategies for End-of-Year Giving

Nov 28, 2018

As the end of the year approaches, you may be looking for some tax-smart strategies to help plan your charitable giving. The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation can help.

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Pre-Register for Birthright Miami Community Trip 27-32 Now!

Nov 28, 2018

Are you a young adult looking to experience Israel? We are thrilled to announce that this year’s Miami Community Birthright trip will welcome participants ages 27-32, June 12-24, 2019. Participants will explore Israel with their peers, develop connections with their heritage and make memories to last a lifetime.

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Apply Now For Need-Based Jewish Overnight Camp Scholarships

Nov 28, 2018

Federation is now accepting applications for need-based Jewish overnight summer camp scholarships for young people ages 8 to 17. Jewish overnight summer camps fuse the activities, friendships and communal life of traditional camps with Jewish values and culture.

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Bring Holiday Happiness with JVC’s Annual Community Volunteer Days

Nov 28, 2018

Make this holiday season special by participating in the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center’s 11th Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Days.

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Mark Your Calendar for Giving Tuesday

Nov 18, 2018

Continue your Thanksgiving gratitude by participating in #GivingTuesday. Fueled by the power of social media and collaboration, the national movement takes place on Tuesday, November 27 and reminds us of the importance of giving.

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OLAM: Looking For Leaders Now!

Nov 18, 2018

Are you interested in being a leader in Miami’s Jewish community? OLAM, Federation’s Leadership Development Program, is now accepting applications.

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Women’s Amutot Initiative Helps Israelis Dealing With Domestic Abuse

Nov 18, 2018

Survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse in Southern Israel receive emergency services and counseling through Maslan, a rape crisis center in the Negev, funded in part by your contributions to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Jews in Moldova Receive Help Thanks To You

Nov 18, 2018

As winter approaches, your donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign help provide a lifeline for recipients like Liliya Braga, 67, who lives alone in Moldova.

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New Online Series, “Federation Funds on the Run!” Premieres!

Nov 15, 2018

Watch the premiere of our new online series, “Federation Funds on the Run!” featuring Federation Board Chair Jeffrey Scheck. Click here to learn how your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign helps vulnerable members of our Miami community.

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Thank You for Your Generosity on Give Miami Day!

Nov 15, 2018

Thank you for your generosity! Because of your donations, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation topped the leaderboard with a total of $743,800 raised on Give Miami Day.

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Join Us at the 37th Annual Hebraica Maccabi Games

Nov 15, 2018

Join Federation for community and competition at the 37th Annual Hebraica Maccabi Games, taking place now through Sunday, November 25 at the Michael-Ann Russell JCC.

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Federation is Collecting Funds for California Fire Victims

Nov 15, 2018

In the wake of the devastating fires in California, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate support and relief to fire victims and their families.

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Give Miami Day is November 15!

Nov 7, 2018

Mark your calendar for Give Miami Day, on Thursday, November 15. Every donation between $25 and $10,000 made to Federation through GiveMiamiDay.org will receive a bonus gift from the Miami Foundation.

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Will You Be at The Women’s Event

Nov 7, 2018

The Women’s Event of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is next week! Will you be there? Chaired by Amanda Adler, the event will take place next Wednesday, November 14, at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Jewish Grandparents: We Want to Hear From You!

Nov 7, 2018

If you are a grandparent between the ages of 55 to 80 who self-identifies as Jewish, we want to hear from you. Join the thousands of people participating in the first-ever National Study of Jewish Grandparents.

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Commemorate Krisallnacht at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Nov 7, 2018

Join Miami’s Jewish community to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht, the spark that ignited the Holocaust. The program takes place on Sunday, November 11 at 6 p.m. at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Only Two Weeks Until The Women’s Event

Oct 31, 2018

The Women’s Event — Federation Women’s Philanthropy annual brunch — is less than two weeks away! Chaired by Amanda Adler, the event will take place at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard, on Wednesday, November 14.

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Give Back This Thanksgiving at Everything But the Turkey

Oct 31, 2018

Don your aprons and bring your Thanksgiving spirit to the 10th Annual Everything but the Turkey. Sponsored by Federation and the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC), this hands-on volunteer experience and food-preparation marathon will result in 1,000 pies, breads and treats for the men, women and children served by Miami Rescue Mission.

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Religious Diversity: A Federation Priority

Oct 31, 2018

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign helps ensure religious diversity and inclusion in Israel. Last year, Federation provided $2.7 million to a variety of programs supporting Reform, Conservative and Modern Orthodox education, which drew more 834,000 participants.

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Federation’s Interfaith Solidarity Vigil Attracts Thousands

Oct 30, 2018

In the wake of the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history, thousands of people gathered Tuesday night at an interfaith solidarity vigil at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Community-wide Solidarity Vigil: An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

Oct 27, 2018

Community-Wide Solidarity Vigil:
An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

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Join Us This Tuesday At A Solidarity Vigil Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

Oct 27, 2018

In the wake of the largest anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history, please join us at a Community-Wide Solidarity Vigil: An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate on Tuesday, October 30 at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, 1933-1945 Meridian Avenue from 6 to 7 p.m.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack

Oct 27, 2018

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, along with its Jewish Community Relations Council and Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, joins Jewish communities and all people of good will in expressing our outrage and grief at this morning’s barbaric attack at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA.

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The Women’s Event: You Want to Be There

Oct 25, 2018

More than 400 women have already made plans to attend the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Event on Wednesday, November 14. Will you be there? Join your Miami community for friendship, fun, and of course, philanthropy.

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Join Your Jewish Community to Commemorate Kristallnacht

Oct 25, 2018

Come together in solidarity with your Jewish community on Sunday, November 11 to commemorate Kristallnacht, widely recognized as a seminal event of the Holocaust.

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JCRC Helps Improve Teaching Around Middle Eastern and Jewish History

Oct 25, 2018

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is helping educate thousands of Miami public school students on Israel, the Middle East and other topics relating to Judaism and Jewish history.

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Learn About Florida's Jewish History at the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU

Oct 24, 2018

In addition to strengthening our Jewish community for tomorrow, Federation’s Annual/UJA Campaign also helps support institutions that preserve our Jewish history, like the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU (JMOF-FIU).

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Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available

Oct 22, 2018

Calling all teen leaders! Do you have what it takes to be a Stephen Muss Impact Fellow? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship prepares a select group of high school students to take their place as future Jewish change-makers.

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Copy of Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available

Oct 22, 2018

Calling all teen leaders! Do you have what it takes to be a Stephen Muss Impact Fellow? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship prepares a select group of high school students to take their place as future Jewish change-makers.

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Moishe House Miami-Aventura is Looking for a New Resident

Oct 18, 2018

Calling all young adults: Moishe House Miami-Aventura is looking for a new resident.

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Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Oct 18, 2018

Learn how your Federation donation makes a difference in the lives of Jews all around the world at The Women’s Event on Wednesday, November 14 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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The Jewish Community Responds to Hurricane Michael

Oct 18, 2018

Support residents of Florida’s panhandle and Georgia as they recover from the destruction of Hurricane Michael by donating to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Hurricane Michael Relief fund.

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Shalom Bayit Program Helps Abuse Survivors Thrive

Oct 18, 2018

Imagine growing up terrified in a loud and volatile home, always unsure when the next blow will come. More than 10 years ago, Federation Women’s Philanthropy created a movement to support survivors of domestic abuse.

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Volunteer to Help Rebuild Puerto Rico

Oct 9, 2018

One year after Hurricane Maria, the people of Puerto Rico still need our help. Join Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center on the Rebuilding Mission to Puerto Rico, Sunday, November 4 - Thursday, November 8.

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Don’t Miss The Women's Event

Oct 9, 2018

Calling all mothers, daughters, sisters and best friends: You don’t want to miss this year’s Federation Women’s Philanthropy brunch on Wednesday, November 14. Chaired by Amanda Adler, the event will take place at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Your Support Helps Provide Jewish Education

Oct 9, 2018

Thanks to your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, 149 children at 10 day schools are receiving a Jewish education this year. Jewish day schools provide secular and Jewish education in a community environment, which helps students develop critical thinking skills along with a deep understanding of Jewish culture, traditions and history.

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Help the Victims of Hurricane Michael

Oct 9, 2018

In the wake of athe latest natural disaster, this time in the Florida Panhandle, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has stepped in to help. As residents begin to recover from Hurricane Michael, Federation has established an emergency relief fund to provide immediate aid to those affected.

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Solidarity Vigil Information & Parking Resources

Sep 16, 2018

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Sep 16, 2018

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Getting to Sunset Over Miami and Parking Options

Sep 16, 2018

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Thousands of Miami Jewish Community Members Attend Federation’s High Holiday Welcome Program

Sep 12, 2018

Thousands of members of our Miami Jewish community participated in meaningful religious services this year through Federation’s High Holiday Welcome Program.

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Masa Israel Journey Is Gearing Up for Fall Arrivals

Sep 12, 2018

Federation-supported Masa Israel Journey is gearing up for fall arrivals. Last year, more than 11,500 young men and women joined one of Masa’s programs in Israel, which offers high school and college students, college graduates and young professionals a life-changing opportunity.

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Young Lion of Judah Program Inspires Volunteers

Sep 12, 2018

Inspire your B’Nai Mitzvah child to demonstrate a commitment to the Jewish community by enrolling in Young Lion of Judah, a program of Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Federation Supports Ethiopian-Israeli High Schoolers Through SPACE

Sep 12, 2018

Your donation to Federation's Annual Campaign is helping Ethiopian-Israeli students in Pardes-Channah Karkur, Israel, succeed in high school and beyond

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Help Victims of Hurricane Florence

Sep 12, 2018

As residents of North and South Carolina begin to recover from Hurricane Florence, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established a relief fund to provide immediate assistance to the people who have been affected by the storm and widespread flooding.

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Tikkun Olam is a Family Affair at Federation

Sep 12, 2018

It’s never too early to learn the value of tikkun olam. Four-year-old Ellie Wieder, daughter of Adam and Lauren Wieder of Aventura, organized her first lemonade stand and donated the proceeds to Federation.

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Join JCRC at Decoding Florida’s Ballot Initiatives

Sep 12, 2018

With midterm elections on the horizon, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is helping educate our community about what to expect on the November 6 ballot.

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Federation Supports Israeli Businesses Affected By Kite Terrorism

Aug 27, 2018

Your donations to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation are helping Israeli businesses near the Gaza border recover from recent terrorist attacks.

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Israeli Holocaust Survivors Find Community at Café Europa Social Clubs

Aug 27, 2018

Federation helped 8,000 Holocaust survivors attend 120 Café Europa social clubs in Israel this year, working together with our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee.

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L’Shanah Tovah 5779!

Aug 27, 2018

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we extend our warmest wishes to you for a sweet New Year.

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Volunteers to Bring Comfort, Spiritual Solace and Joy to People in Need

Aug 27, 2018

Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support and Jewish Volunteer Center are seeking participants for the Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program. For more than 10 years, this life-changing program has offered volunteers the opportunity to bring comfort, spiritual solace and joy to people in need.

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Passion and Purpose Family Tour a Huge Success!

Aug 27, 2018

Federation’s International Division recently brought together nearly 70 people for the Passion and Purpose Family Tour. The mini mission educated families about the agencies funded and programs made possible by donations to the Annual Federation Campaign.

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Camp Szarvas: Bringing Jewish Traditions to International Campers

Aug 27, 2018

Your donations to the Annual Federation Campaign helped 1,500 Jewish campers from more than 20 countries enjoy inspiring Jewish experiences at Camp Szarvas this summer in rural Hungary.

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Russian Speaking PJ Library Miami Is Bringing STEAM Educational Programs and Jewish Values Together

Aug 27, 2018

Russian Speaking PJ Library Miami is bringing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) educational programs and Jewish values together in a series of unique, monthly classes beginning in October.

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Lone Soldiers Receive Support From Federation

Aug 27, 2018

As the High Holidays approach, it’s important that lone soldiers feel supported during their IDF service. Through WINGS, a program of our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, Federation helps these young olim (immigrants).

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Reserve Your High Holidays Seats Now!

Aug 23, 2018

Reservations can now be made for the High Holiday Welcome Program, which offers limited, free seating at synagogue services to unaffiliated members of our community.

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Federation Helps Provide Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Experiences

Aug 23, 2018

It may be the first week of school, but many Miami-area children are still thinking about the amazing summer they had at sleepaway camp. This past summer, Federation distributed more than $120,000 in scholarships, allowing 180 local kids to attend Jewish sleepaway camps of all religious streams.

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Register for March of the Living Today!

Aug 23, 2018

The Leo Martin March of the Living is now accepting applications for the April 2019 trip. The impactful six-month educational program includes a two-week journey to Poland and Israel.

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Federation Encourages Medical Students to Pursue Education in the Negev

Aug 22, 2018

Through the Choosing Tomorrow Medical Student Initiative, established by our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, exemplary students in their fourth through sixth years of medical school receive educational scholarships and social entrepreneurship training each year.

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Federation Helps Increase Voter Registration

Aug 14, 2018

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council and Women’s Philanthropy are collaborating with the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) and United Way to assist with voter registration before the midterm elections.

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Gift of Israel Savings Program Provides an Opportunity to Experience Israel

Aug 14, 2018

Federation partners with local synagogues to fund the Gift of Israel Savings program to ensure that every young adult has the opportunity to experience Israel.

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High Holiday Welcome Program Begins Monday, August 20

Aug 14, 2018

The High Holiday Welcome Program, which offers limited, free seating at synagogue services to unaffiliated members of our community begins Monday, August 20 at 12 noon.

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Miami Grandparents and Their Grandchildren Team Up For G2: Global Intergenerational Initiative

Aug 14, 2018

Your Miami Jewish community is participating in the G2: Global Intergenerational Initiative with Federation’s Israeli partnership city of Yerucham. Recognizing that grandparents play an important role in solidifying the Jewish legacy, the innovative year-long program pairs grandparents with their pre-teen (5th-8th grade) grandchildren to explore family narratives, meaningful connections and Judaic traditions.

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Federated System Supports Southern Israel Amidst Hamas Attacks

Aug 10, 2018

This past week, Hamas intensified its attacks on Israel’s southern border from Gaza, launching nearly 200 rockets at civilian targets, sending families running to bomb shelters.

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Women’s Impact Iniatiative Now Accepting Applications

Aug 7, 2018

Federation continues to support and empower Jewish women and girls in Miami with the fourth cycle of the Women’s Impact Initiative grants. Past grant recipients have created programs focused on women’s health, leadership development, unemployment support, education and more.

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Are You Looking for a Spiritual Connection this Jewish New Year?

Aug 7, 2018

Make the year 5779 a time for Jewish renewal for you and your family, and a time to find personal meaning and connection with your community. Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have compiled a directory of area synagogues to help Miami’s Jewish community find a place to worship.

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Federation Helps Strengthen Israeli Youth-at-Risk

Aug 7, 2018

Vulnerable Israeli youth ages 12-18 are receiving the attention and support they need to successfully integrate into Israeli society. Four Youth Villages, run by The Jewish Agency for Israel, Federation’s overseas partner, offer a variety of educational, clinical and social work services for those suffering from severe emotional, behavioral and family problems.

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Miami’s Jewish Community to Benefit from New Cultural and Education Center at MAR-JCC

Aug 7, 2018

Excitement is at a fever pitch at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center (MAR-JCC), one of three Federation-supported Miami JCCs, where campers are already enjoying the new 40,000-square-foot Feldenkreis Culture and Education Center

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Find a Synagogue for the High Holidays

Aug 3, 2018

Are you looking for a spiritual connection this Jewish New Year? Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have compiled a directory of area synagogues to help members of Miami’s Jewish community find a place to worship.

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Jewish Incubator Grants: Now Accepting Applications

Aug 1, 2018

Federation is now accepting applications for its 2019 Jewish Incubator Grants, which will award nonprofits eager to strengthen Miami’s Jewish community through innovative and impactful programs.

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Federation’s Office of Community Security Help Educate Local Institutions

Aug 1, 2018

Federation's Office of Community Security (OCS) is collaborating with our partner agencies to provide strategic guidance to our local institutions.

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Federation Agencies Create Community Across the Globe

Aug 1, 2018

Jewish communities around the world are connecting in new and meaningful ways. A select group of more than 30 graduates of Yeshiva Toras Chaim Toras Emes Academy of Miami (YCTCE) recently traveled to Israel with their Rabbis and teachers for a unique learning experience.

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Yerucham’s Robotics Team Leads JCC Robotics Camp

Jul 24, 2018

The world of automation has come alive for 40 school-age campers at Miami’s three Federation-supported Jewish community centers (JCCs) through a series of week-long Robotics Camp sessions.

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Federation Earns 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

Jul 24, 2018

Federation has once again earned a 4-star rating — the highest possible — from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent evaluator of charities. What does this mean to you?

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More than 500 Impoverished Jews in Argentina Received Hunger Relief

Jul 24, 2018

Thanks to your donation to Federation’s Annual Campaign, more than 500 impoverished Jews in Argentina received hunger relief through the Mezonot.

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Jewish Community Relations Council Educating Our Community

Jul 24, 2018

With election season on the horizon, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is pursuing a multi-pronged approach toward educating our community.

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Federation Supports Religious Diversity in Israel

Jul 5, 2018

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign help support religious diversity and inclusion efforts in Israel through the Israel Religious Expression Platform (iRep).

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Leket Israel: Helping the Hungry

Jul 5, 2018

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign are helping Israelis in need receive food and nutritional assistance. Through Leket Israel, food that would otherwise go to waste is rescued and distributed to thousands of vulnerable Israelis.

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Florida Hillels Help College Students Connect to Jewish Life and Learning

Jul 5, 2018

Your donation to Federation’s Annual Campaign helps college students continue their Jewish life and learning on campus through seven Hillels across Florida.

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Federation Collecting Funds in Response to the Fuego Volcano in Guatemala

Jul 5, 2018

As part of the Jewish community’s response to help victims of the volcanic eruption, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to provide critically needed humanitarian aid to disaster victims and their families.

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Israel at 70 Mission Makes Donation to New Olim

Jul 5, 2018

Following April's Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel at 70 Mission, participants donated toiletries, raincoats and other items to a group of Ethiopian-Israelis who recently made aliyah.

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Miami Children Attend Jewish Congregational Schools With Help From Federation

Jul 5, 2018

Children in Miami are receiving supplemental Jewish education at 11 local congregational schools, thanks to your support of Federation’s Annual Campaign.

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Bringing Israel to North America’s Jewish Summer Camps

Jul 5, 2018

This summer, the three Federation-supported Miami Jewish community centers — Alper, Miami Beach and Michael-Ann Russell — are bringing Israel to Miami with Israeli shlichim (emissaries).

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New Lions of Judah Gather for a Learning Session

Jul 5, 2018

Nearly 20 new international Lions of Judah recently gathered for a learning session with Norma Kipnis Wilson at a private home in Golden Beach.

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Summer Fun Creates Community at Miami’s Two Moishe Houses

Jul 5, 2018

There’s no summer slowdown at Miami’s two Moishe Houses in Aventura and Midtown.

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Miami Diller Teens Experience Israel

Jul 5, 2018

The Miami Diller Teens Fellows are exploring Israel and solidifying their bonds with their fellow Diller participants from Federation’s partnership city of Yerucham, as part of the Jewish Communities’ Mifgash (meeting).

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It’s Almost Time to Register for the March of the Living

Jul 5, 2018

Mark your calendar: Registration for the 2019 Leo Martin March of the Living (LMMOL), an impactful six-month educational program for teens studying the Holocaust, opens on Monday, July 16, 2018.

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Arts and Culture Help the Negev Region Grow

Jul 2, 2018

Federation is helping make Israel's Negev region a more fulfilling place to live for current and future residents.

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Save the Date for these Federation Events

Jul 2, 2018

It may only be July, but Federation is always ahead of the game. We’ve got you covered with can’t-miss fundraising and social events beginning on Wednesday, November 14 with The Women’s Event.

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Miami’s Young Adults Benefit From Israel Experiences

Jun 28, 2018

Your donation to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's Annual Campaign helps teens and young adults from Miami visit Israel

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Federation Donations at Work in Guatemala

Jun 27, 2018

Following the devastating eruption of Guatemala’s Fuego Volcano, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation set up an emergency relief fund to assist those affected by the disaster.

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Local JCCs: Not Just For Your Kids!

Jun 27, 2018

There is a lot to love at our local Jewish community centers! While the three Federation-supported JCCs — Alper, Miami Beach and Michael-Ann Russell — offer an incredible variety of children's, teen and family activities, they also touch the lives of older adults.

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Leave a Legacy Gift Through The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Jun 27, 2018

Have you thought about your philanthropic legacy? What are you doing today to ensure a strong Jewish future for tomorrow? Let The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation help you create your Jewish legacy with easy and tax-smart options.

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Israelis With Disabilities Find Help at Beit Issie Shapiro

Jun 13, 2018

Your Federation donation helps support Israelis living with disabilities through Beit Issie Shapiro (BIS). The nonprofit develops and provides cutting-edge therapies and social services for anyone affected by a disability.

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Scholarships Help Local Children Experience Jewish Sleepaway Camp

Jun 13, 2018

This summer, 180 Miami-area children will attend more than 50 Jewish sleepaway camps--representing a variety of religious streams--thanks to nearly $122,000 in scholarships distributed by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Budapest’s Judapest’s Brings 10,000 Jews Together

Jun 13, 2018

Nearly 10,000 Hungarian Jews, across all religious denominations, celebrated Jewish life and learning earlier this month at Budapest's Judafest. Judafest included numerous booths offering traditional Jewish foods, handmade crafts and information on the many religious and community initiatives in the area.

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A Donation to Federation is a Donation to Your Community

Jun 13, 2018

A donation to Federation is a donation to your Jewish community. In addition to creating and developing a strong and supportive Jewish community, Federation’s longstanding financial reliability helps many agencies secure crucial loan guarantees, which they may not otherwise receive.

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New Lions of Judah Gather For Learning Experience

Jun 13, 2018

About 50 women came together last week to celebrate becoming a new Lion of Judah during April’s Israel at 70 Miami Mission. Hosted by Mojdeh Khagan Danial, the community learning experience took place at her home.

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Miami College Students Take Advantage of Onward Israel

Jun 13, 2018

Through Onward Israel, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is providing 24 Miami-Dade-area college students with an immersive eight-week internship in Tel Aviv.

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Get Financial Help Through the Hebrew Free Loan Association

Jun 13, 2018

The Hebrew Free Loan Association of South Florida (HFLA), a Federation subsidiary, wants to help you! Do you need financial assistance with caring for an elderly parent? What about unexpected home repairs or medical expenses?

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Summer is the Time for Service

Jun 7, 2018

Calling all teens: Are you looking for a rewarding way to spend your summer? Do you need community service hours? We have a way to help you, while you help others in need.

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Federation Supports Miami’s Seniors

Jun 7, 2018

More than 30 percent of Miami Jewish households with people age 75 or older need help with in-home healthcare, senior transportation, meal delivery services and more.

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Federation Recognizes Outstanding Community Leaders at Annual Meeting

Jun 7, 2018

At Federation's 80th Annual Meeting, Amy N. Dean was recognized for her outstanding service as 2016-2018 Federation Board Chair and Jeffrey Scheck was installed as the Chair of the Board.

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Federation Prioritizes Jewish Education

May 29, 2018

Nearly $1.9 million in direct grants and scholarships were provided to 10 Miami Jewish day schools, impacting more than 3,500 students. A dual curriculum provides a top-notch general and Judaic education.

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Encouraging Jewish Learning With Makom: Innovative Israel Education

May 29, 2018

Through a Federation-funded initiative and with a few clicks and keystrokes, Jews around the world are encouraged to think, study and talk creatively and deeply about Jewish history and culture.

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Zachor Society Reception Raises Funds For the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

May 29, 2018

More than 125 committed philanthropists gathered last week for the Seventh Annual Zachor Society Reception in the Miami Design District.

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Volunteer to Help Our Community Through Hurricane Season

May 29, 2018

Today is the first day of Hurricane Season. Do you want to lend a hand to others? Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2018 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.

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Volunteer with Federation at South Dade Gives Back: Serve With Your Sole

May 24, 2018

Help make a difference in the lives of high school students living at the Miami Rescue Mission. Join Federation’s South Dade Branch and Jewish Volunteer Center for South Dade Gives Back: Serve With Your Sole on Sunday, June 3 at
10 a.m.

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JCS Celebrates Opening of Newly Expanded JCS Kosher Food Bank

May 24, 2018

Federation partner agency Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) recently celebrated the opening of its newly expanded JCS Kosher Food Bank.

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Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

May 24, 2018

The 80th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is next week! Join us on Thursday, May 31 at Jungle Island. Chaired by Ray Ellen and Allan Yarkin, the event will honor six exceptional individuals for their commitment to Jewish life and community.

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How Your Contribution Helps

May 24, 2018

As you finalize your summer activities, please consider including a donation to Federation's Annual Campaign. While things may slow down locally during the summer months, Federation’s lifeline of services works year-round in Miami, in Israel and more than 70 other countries around the world.

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Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

May 17, 2018

Don’t miss your chance to join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation at the 80th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island.

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Mission Participants Gathered for a Historic and Surprise Event with Koolulam

May 17, 2018

The Israel at 70 Miami Mission was full of wonder and ruach, but the last day provided a sense of community that will always be remembered. On Sunday, April 22, participants gathered in the Jerusalem Theatre for a historic — and surprise — event with Koolulam, the Israeli social action singing sensation.

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Celebrate Community Involvement at Federation’s 80th Annual Meeting

May 10, 2018

Mazel tov to six individuals whose commitment to Jewish life and community will be recognized with leadership awards at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting.

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Federation Volunteers Pack 28,000 Meals for People in Need

May 10, 2018

More than 100 people came together last weekend to assemble meals for people in need in Miami-Dade County. Following Federation’s Israel at 70 Miami Mission, various hands-on community projects, speaking engagements and activities have been planned to bring the Mission experience home.

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Women’s Philanthropy Celebrates Community at Annual Meeting

May 10, 2018

Federation Women’s Philanthropy held its Annual Meeting and Installation Brunch on Wednesday, May 16, during an inspiring event at the Jewish Museum of Florida – FIU.

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Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

May 10, 2018

May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which recognizes the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture and provides educators the opportunity to teach diversity, cultural awareness and tolerance.

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JCRC Brings Leadership Together for Skill-Building Workshop

May 10, 2018

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) recently brought together leadership from across the organizational, religious and political spectrums for a skill-building workshop.

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Videos Show Important Work of Programs and Agencies

May 3, 2018

Throughout the Israel at 70 Miami Mission, participants visited a number of programs and agencies supported by your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign and our historic overseas partners.

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Join Us at the Ministering to the Elderly Conference

May 3, 2018

How do we give hope to those in decline and strengthen them at all stages of their lives? Explore these important topics and others during the Ministering to the Elderly Conference on Wednesday, June 6. Whether you are caring for a loved one or work in a profession that serves older populations, this seminar is for you.

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Federation Helps Keep Holocaust Survivors’ Stories Alive

May 3, 2018

Federation’s historic overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), helps ensure Holocaust survivors’ powerful stories continue to live on, even after they have passed.

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JBlend Miami Drives Learning Across Four Miami Jewish Day Schools

May 3, 2018

Supported in part by your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign, JBlend Miami, an innovative education initiative, is celebrating its third anniversary. Designed by Federation subsidiary agency the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), in collaboration with the Avi Chai Foundation, JBlend combines traditional instruction with digital tools to provide highly personalized student experiences and introduce new models for lifelong learning in four of Miami’s Jewish day schools.

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Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

May 3, 2018

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to honor and thank Amy N. Dean for her service as 2016-2018 Chair of the Board at the 80th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island.

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Miami Women Meet Women’s Amutot Grant Recipients

Apr 25, 2018

Following the Israel at 70 Miami Mission, 15 dedicated women extended their time abroad to participate in the Women’s Amutot Initiative Study Group.

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Join Us for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting

Apr 25, 2018

Mark your calendar for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 80th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island. Chaired by Ray Ellen and Alan Yarkin, the program will honor Amy N. Dean for her service as 2016-2018 Chair of the Board, and install the 2018-2019 Federation Officers and Board of Directors, Trustees, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations.

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Students Compete in Second Annual Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Festival

Apr 25, 2018

Students from eight Jewish day schools competed in a robotics tournament during the Second Annual Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Festival.

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A Fitting Finale to Federation's Israel at 70 Miami Mission

Apr 25, 2018

Less than one week ago, 825 Miamians had a private audience with Israeli President Reuven Rivlin. It was a fitting finale to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's Israel at 70 Miami Mission.

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Seven Jewish Teens Have Been Selected for the Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship

Apr 25, 2018

Seven exceptional Jewish teens have been selected for the inaugural cohort of the Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship. Thanks to the generosity of Stephen Muss and Federation, the group will spend this fall studying at Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI).

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A Message From the Israel 70 Mission Chairs

Apr 18, 2018

It has been an incredible week celebrating Israel’s 70th birthday with 825 Miamians in the country we all consider our spiritual home. Follow our journey on our Facebook page or on Israelat70MiamiMission.org.

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Rosh Lowe Reports on the Mission From Israel

Apr 18, 2018

Rosh Lowe, WSVN Channel 7’s General Assignment Reporter, has been traveling with the Israel at 70 Miami Mission all week long. He has reported from sites across Israel, including Gaza, the Kotel and Yad Vashem, bringing Miami powerful stories of the country’s pride and resilience, as well as the Mission participants' reactions.

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Mission Participants Visit Federation-Supported Sites

Apr 18, 2018

Throughout the week, Mission participants have had the opportunity to visit a variety of agencies supported by Federation, our overseas partners — the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee and The Jewish Agency for Israel — and other non-governmental agencies.

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Pre-Mission to Poland Journeys From Darkness to Light

Apr 18, 2018

Before arriving in Israel, 224 Mission participants traveled through Warsaw and Krakow, learning about the atrocities Jews suffered during the Holocaust.

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Get Involved With Federation!

Apr 18, 2018

Has the Israel at 70 Miami Mission inspired you to get involved in Federation? Whether or not you traveled with us to Israel, there’s a place for you at Federation.

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Israeli and Diaspora Young Jews Master a Well-Formed Approach to Life at Kiryat Yearim

Apr 11, 2018

Through Federation’s Annual Campaign, Israeli and Diaspora young Jews master a well-formed approach to life at Kiryat Yearim, one of Israel’s many mechinas, pre-military academies.

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Participants in the Pre-Mission to Poland Mark Yom HaShoah on the March of the Living

Apr 11, 2018

Last week, participants in the Pre-Mission to Poland attended the Annual Yom HaShoah Ceremony at the Holocaust Memorial Beach. This week, they joined thousands of people from around the world to mark Yom HaShoah on the March of the Living.

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Federation’s Israel at 70 Miami Mission begins!

Apr 11, 2018

Federation’s Israel at 70 Miami Mission begins! More than 825 Miamians will be traveling to Israel to participate in this historic journey. You can keep up with all of the Mission activities and celebrations at Israelat70MiamiMission.org.

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Help a Meaningful Project Supported by Federation’s Jewish Incubator Grant

Apr 11, 2018

Purchase delicious challah while helping a meaningful project supported by Federation’s Jewish Incubator Grant! Friendship Bakery, a program of Friendship Circle Miami Beach & North Dade, equips special needs individuals with valuable employment skills.

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Miami and Yerucham Diller Fellows Come Together for Mifgash

Mar 27, 2018

Miami’s Diller Teen Fellows and their families recently hosted Diller Teens from Federation's partnership city of Yerucham, Israel, in their homes, as part of the program’s Jewish communities' Mifgash (encounter).

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Federation Sheds Light on Modern-Day Slavery With Freedom Seder

Mar 27, 2018

Federation’s Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking recently held its 5^th Annual Freedom Seder to shed light on modern-day slavery. Representatives of numerous civic and interfaith organizations came together to discuss the societal problem of domestic minor sex trafficking.

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Recent Olim (Immigrants) Learn Hebrew Through Ulpan

Mar 21, 2018

Working with our historic overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, Federation is helping recent olim (immigrants) learn the language of their new home through Ulpan.

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Federation Collaborates With Other Local Nonprofits to Focus on Women’s Safety

Mar 21, 2018

The Women’s Impact Initiative of Federation is participating in Change the Culture, a collaborative grant that aims to change attitudes on South Florida college campuses, support survivors, empower women and engage men as allies.

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New Israelis Acculturate with Federation’s Assistance

Mar 21, 2018

Federation helped 29,300 new olim (immigrants to Israel) settle in to their new home this past year through Ulpan, intensive language classes and acculturation programs offered by our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel.

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JCRC Participates in a Day of Advocacy in D.C.

Mar 21, 2018

Last week, leadership from Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) traveled to Washington, D.C. on behalf of our Miami Jewish community for a Day of Advocacy.

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Mishkan Miami Offers Pre-Shabbat Healing Services

Mar 14, 2018

Are you or a loved one struggling with illness, or are you looking for a moment to connect and reflect with your community? Mishkan Miami, Federation’s chaplaincy initiative, in partnership with the Pastoral Care Department of Baptist Health, offers free pre-Shabbat healing services the second Friday of every month.

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HaZamir Brings Together Students From Miami and Yerucham

Mar 14, 2018

This week, Jewish teens from Miami and Yerucham’s chapters of HaZamir — the International Jewish Teen Choir — are strengthening their bond as they perform together at local schools, synagogues and JCCs.

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Super Sunday a Success!

Mar 14, 2018

Last Sunday, more than 700 community members came together on Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day to raise funds for the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign and participate in hands-on volunteer activities.

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Honor the Holocaust at Yom HaShoah

Mar 14, 2018

Gather with your Miami Jewish community to observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on Sunday, April 23, at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Honor the Holocaust at Yom HaShoah

Mar 14, 2018

Gather with your Miami Jewish community to observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on Sunday, April 8, at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Honor the Holocaust at Yom HaShoah

Mar 14, 2018

Gather with your Miami Jewish community to observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on Sunday, April 23, at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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Passover Around the World

Mar 14, 2018

Thanks to your generous donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign, our historic overseas partners, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and The Jewish Agency for Israel, can help ensure that thousands of Jews in the former Soviet Union and Israel have a truly meaningful Pesach.

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Israel Trauma Coalition Lends Expertise to Parkland Community

Mar 8, 2018

As the teachers, students and community surrounding Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School begin their long road back to recovery following the horrific tragedy last month, the Israel Trauma Coalition (ITC), a Federation-funded partner, has provided a team to assist those dealing with the effects of the tragedy.

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Apply for Diller Teen Fellows

Mar 7, 2018

Do you know an extraordinary Miami teen entering 10th or 11th grade? Diller Teen Fellows, an international, immersive leadership program, is seeking applicants for its 2018-2019 cohort.

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Apply Now for the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program

Mar 6, 2018

Attention, college and graduate students! The Foundation of the Federation wants to help fund your education. Apply now to receive a grant from the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program, which provides a limited number of scholarships for Jewish students who require financial assistance to further their education.

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Join Mishkan Miami for pre-Shabbat Healing Services

Feb 28, 2018

If you are going through a difficult time, Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support ensures you are never alone.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Stands With Parkland

Feb 28, 2018

In a show of solidarity and support for the victims and survivors of the horrific shooting in Parkland, Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Volunteer Center joined the Jewish Federation of Broward County for its Purim Project for Parkland.

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Federation Supports Innovative Israeli Entrepreneurs

Feb 27, 2018

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign are helping encourage the next generation of Israeli entrepreneurs in a variety of meaningful ways. Federation’s overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, oversees Hakaveret, or The Hive.

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Helping Israelis With Disabilities Live Independently

Feb 20, 2018

Federation helps provide independent housing opportunities for people living with disabilities in Israel.

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A Statement on the Tragic Broward County School Massacre

Feb 16, 2018

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors, and staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we offer our deepest condolences to the families of the 17 students and staff senselessly and horrifically slaughtered Wednesday, February 14 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and to the entire school community of classmates, faculty and staff. Donate to the Broward Trauma and Mental Health Fund.

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Federation's Annual Campaign Helps At-Risk Families in Israel

Feb 14, 2018

Families First, an innovative poverty-intervention program run by Federation overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), pairs struggling parents with social workers and mentors who can help them chart a path toward financial independence.

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Volunteer with Your Community on Super Sunday

Feb 14, 2018

Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day is this Sunday! Will you be there? Join your community to help the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raise critical funds for the Annual Campaign during Federation’s annual phonathon.

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Volunteer with Your Community on Super Sunday

Feb 14, 2018

Volunteer with members of your community on Sunday, March 11 at Super Sunday, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest annual phonathon.

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Volunteer with Your Community on Super Sunday

Feb 14, 2018

Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day are less than two weeks away! Don’t miss the opportunity to join members of your community on Sunday, March 11 at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest annual phonathon.

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Volunteer with Your Community on Super Sunday

Feb 14, 2018

Volunteer with members of your community on Sunday, March 11 at Super Sunday, Federation’s largest annual phonathon. Plus, join in the fun of Good Deeds Day by participating in a variety of hands-on volunteer projects.

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JCRC Strategic Partner in Implementing Jewish American History Week

Feb 14, 2018

This week, February 12-16, has been declared Jewish American History Week in Florida. Sponsored by State Senator Daphne Campbell (D), the resolution pays tribute to the unique cultures, customs and dynamic heritage of Jewish Americans.

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Don’t Miss The Main Event

Feb 7, 2018

It’s almost time for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Main Event! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Israel’s 70th birthday on Monday, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Moishe House Aventura Welcomes New Residents

Feb 6, 2018

Moishe House Aventura has re-opened with three new residents: Sara, Josh and Vicky. Thanks to the generous long-term support of Federation and the Emanuel J. Friedman Philanthropies, Moishe House continues to thrive as a critical hub of Jewish life for young adults in Miami with locations in Midtown and Aventura.

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Creating Young Jewish Leaders Around the World

Feb 6, 2018

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign is helping shape the future of Europe’s Jewish community. Through Minyanim, a collaborative educational program exploring the meaning of Jewish identity, community and leadership, young Jews from different countries come together for powerful and inspirational learning sessions.

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Federation Helps Local Jews With Disabilities Connect Through The Friendship Circle

Feb 6, 2018

To support people with disabilities and offer them inclusive Jewish experiences, Federation funds the Friendship Circle of Miami, and Miami Beach & North Dade.

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Celebrate Israel at The Main Event

Feb 1, 2018

Join your community to celebrate Israel’s 70th birthday at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Main Event on Monday, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Feb 1, 2018

Join us for an inspirational morning with speaker Hanna Perlberger for "Crafting a Life Where Every Day Counts".

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Federation Adopts Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Feb 1, 2018

Federation's Board of Directors recently approved a Diversity and Inclusion Statement to make an affirmative expression of its commitment to an inclusive and diverse community, one in which all are welcome.

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Jewish Families in Need Receive a “Helping Hand” With the Cost of Kosher Food

Jan 23, 2018

Your donations to the Annual Federation Campaign help subsidize the cost of kosher food for families struggling financially in Miami. The Helping Hands Food Ko-Op, a Federation partner agency, operates as an online grocery store and sells perishable kosher food products at deeply discounted prices.

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Israel’s Largest-Ever Housing Project for Senior Citizens Breaks Ground

Jan 23, 2018

Holocaust survivors, immigrants and elderly individuals eligible for housing assistance in Israel will soon have a new place to call home. Your donations to the Annual Federation Campaign help support this effort.

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Celebrate Israel at The Main Event

Jan 18, 2018

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to celebrate Israel and its 70th birthday at The Main Event on Monday, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Celebrate Israel at The Main Event

Jan 18, 2018

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to celebrate Israel and its 70th birthday at The Main Event on Monday, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Federation Announces Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Jan 16, 2018

Federation is proud to announce that the Board of Directors recently passed a Diversity and Inclusion Statement. The 2014 Federation Demographic Study revealed that Miami-Dade County is one of the most diverse Jewish communties in the United States.

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Hungary’s Jewish Community: Revitalized Through Your Support

Jan 16, 2018

Your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is helping revitalize and strengthen Hungary’s Jewish community. Through its Mozaik Hub, our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, offers support to emerging grassroots initiatives working to advance Jewish life in that former Soviet Union country.

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Israel at 70 Mission: Less Than Three Months Away!

Jan 16, 2018

In less than three months, more than 800 members of our community will travel to Israel for a transformative journey on Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission.

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Jewish Disability Awareness Months Begins with Keep the Change

Jan 11, 2018

Kick off Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month with the Florida premiere of Keep the Change, an award-winning film shown during the Miami Jewish Film Festival on Wednesday, January 24 at 7 p.m. at the Miami Beach Jewish Community Center (JCC).

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Don’t Miss the PAC Winter Seminar!

Jan 11, 2018

The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Professional Advisors Council will help educate our community on the recently passed Tax Cuts and Job Acts of 2017 on Wednesday, January 17 at 7:30 a.m.

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Inspired Teens Help Reinvigorate Jewish Life in Eastern Europe

Jan 11, 2018

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign help support the Active Jewish Teens Network (AJT), an inclusive peer group across eastern Europe that enables teens to explore and engage in their Jewish community and form their Jewish identities.

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Yerucham Featured in Miami Jewish Film Festival

Jan 3, 2018

Miami’s partnership city of Yerucham is in the spotlight, thanks to the Miami Jewish Film Festival’s inaugural City to City Program. On Tuesday, January 23 at 8:30 p.m. at the Miami Beach Jewish Community Center, six short movies created by Yerucham filmmakers will showcase the broad range of talent coming out of the Negev Desert.

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Federation Announces Women’s Impact Initiative Grant Recipients

Jan 3, 2018

For the third year in a row, Federation has allocated $50,000 in Women’s Impact Initiative (WII) grants to organizations that inspire and empower Jewish women and girls and improve our local community with programs in Miami that pursue social, economic, religious and political equality.

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Celebrate Israel at The Main Event

Jan 3, 2018

Gather with your community to celebrate Israel at The Main Event on Monday, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown. Chaired by Nadine and Steve Foldes, The Main Event is one of Federation’s largest fundraising events of the year.

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Federation’s Women’s Amutot Helps Fund Israeli Programs

Jan 3, 2018

For 16 years, your support of Federation’s Annual Campaign has helped fund programs through the Women’s Amutot Initiative. This year’s grants will help 23 Israeli nonprofits that work to protect women against violence, foster female leadership development and encourage social and economic empowerment.

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Join Us for the 34th Annual Judicial Reception

Jan 3, 2018

The Honorable Stanford Blake and Burton Young, Esq. will be recognized at the 34th Annual Judicial Reception on Monday, January 22, at 5:30 p.m., organized by Federation Attorneys’ Division.

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Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available

Dec 28, 2017

Calling all teen leaders! Do you have what it takes to be a Stephen Muss Impact Fellow? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship prepares a select group of high school students to take their place as future Jewish change-makers.

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Jewish Volunteer Center’s 10th Annual Community Days of Service

Dec 26, 2017

Last week, more than 350 volunteers joined forces to give back to our community for Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center’s (JVC) 10th Annual Community Days of Service, held on December 25 and 25.

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Tax Incentives Available for End of Year Giving

Dec 26, 2017

You may think you’re ready to ring in the New Year, but have you considered the tax incentives of a charitable donation before the clock strikes midnight?

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The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) Will Take Place January 11 through 25, 2018

Dec 26, 2017

The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF), the largest Jewish cultural event in Florida and one of the three largest Jewish film festivals in the world, will present more than 60 films from 20 countries January 11 through 25, 2018.

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Take Advantage of Year-End Giving!

Dec 20, 2017

Don’t miss out on the advantages of year-end giving! Your payment or new donation by December 31 to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign lets you support Jewish needs and enjoy tax benefits for 2017.

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Global Service Center Ensures Journey Is a Success for Olim

Dec 19, 2017

More than 30,000 new olim (immigrants) resettled in Israel in 2016. Federation’s overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, helps to ensure their journey is a success with its Global Service Center.

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Interest-Free Loans Now Available!

Dec 19, 2017

The Hebrew Free Loan Association of South Florida (HFLA), a Federation subsidiary, wants to help you! Do you need financial assistance with your small business? What about unexpected home repairs or medical expenses?

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Join Us for the 34th Annual Judicial Reception

Dec 19, 2017

The Honorable Stanford Blake and Burton Young, Esq. will be recognized at the 34th Annual Judicial Reception on Monday, January 22, at 5:30 p.m., organized by Federation Attorneys’ Division.

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Miami Beach Brothers Play Football for a Good Cause

Dec 12, 2017

For the second year in a row, Jared, Koby and Evan Resnick held the Quarterbacks for the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, which raised $14,400.

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Toy Drive Benefits JCS Kosher Food Bank Families

Dec 12, 2017

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign help at-risk Israeli children and their families celebrate the Festival of Lights.

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Better Together Helps At-Risk Children Enjoy Chanukah

Dec 12, 2017

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign help at-risk Israeli children and their families celebrate the Festival of Lights.

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Walk Through History With Israel at 70 Mission

Dec 12, 2017

Imagine walking in the footsteps of the millions of Jews who came before you. Imagine praying at the same monuments that have served as cultural and religious touchstones for your Jewish brothers and sisters. Now imagine doing it with 800 members of your Miami community.

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Statement from The Jewish Federations of North America

Dec 6, 2017

Today, the U.S. administration announced a plan to move the Embassy of the United States in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, honoring a bipartisan commitment made over 20 years ago in the Jerusalem Embassy Act.

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Federation-Supported Israeli Agency Wins Award

Dec 5, 2017

Debbie Gross, Director of Tahel, Crisis Center for Religious Women and Children, was recently honored with the President’s Prize for the Advancement of Equality Between the Genders.

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Ukraine’s Next Generation of Jews Gives Back to the Community

Dec 5, 2017

Federation is helping young adults in Ukraine pursue leadership roles in the Jewish community. Through Metsuda, a year-long young leadership course offered by Federation’s overseas partners, the America Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, this next generation of Ukrainian Jews is learning the power of tzedakah and tikkun olam.

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HaZamir Strengthens Miami-Yerucham Partnership

Nov 27, 2017

Miami and Yerucham’s Jewish teens are benefiting from Federation’s Miami-Yerucham partnership through HaZamir, two of the more than 38 chapters across the U.S. and Israel that are part of the network of the International Jewish Teen Choir.

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Nearly 700 Venezuelan Jews Attend First Limmud Caracas

Nov 27, 2017

Nearly 700 Venezuelan Jews—or 10 percent of the country’s Jewish population—attended the first-ever Limmud Caracas this past Sunday. Sponsored in part by our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, the festival offered more than 30 sessions aimed at deepening residents’ connections to their Jewish identity.

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Support Federation on #GivingTuesday!

Nov 23, 2017

After celebrating a day of giving thanks and being grateful for our blessings, it’s time to give back. On November 28, participate in #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration.

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Give Miami Day a Success!

Nov 16, 2017

Thank you, Miami! Because of your generosity, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raised more money than any other organization for the fourth year in a row with a total of $507,000 on Give Miami Day, a $30,000 increase from last year.

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Intern in Israel with Onward Israel

Nov 16, 2017

Onward Israel is looking for exceptional, career-minded college students in Miami-Dade County. Participants will spend eight weeks this summer in a professional internship while living in Tel Aviv, strengthening their Jewish identity and exploring Israel’s land and culture.

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Federation Is Helping Engage Hebrew-Speaking, Israeli-American Children

Nov 9, 2017

Federation is helping engage Hebrew-speaking, Israeli-American children through the Miami chapter of Tzofim (Israeli Scouts). Partnering with the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center (MARJCC) and Friends of Israel Scouts, Tzofim promotes leadership and Israeli culture while focusing on Jewish values.

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Shalom Bayit Supports Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Nov 9, 2017

More than 10 years ago, Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation took a stand to support survivors of domestic abuse, and their efforts resulted in Shalom Bayit (Peace in the Home).

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Pre-Mission to Poland Expected to Be a Historic and Transformational Journey

Nov 1, 2017

Don’t miss the opportunity of a lifetime to join Federation on the Pre-Mission to Poland, April 10-15, 2018, the lead-in to the Israel at 70 Mega Mission. Pre-Mission Chair Sidney Pertnoy recently returned from an inspection trip in Poland, where he spent nearly a week walking through the details of the Mission, ensuring all participants would have a rich and powerful experience.

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Grandparents Influence Jewish Legacy

Nov 1, 2017

Recognizing that grandparents play an important role in solidifying the Jewish legacy, Federation is participating in a unique new program. Working with our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, and utilizing the Partnership2Gether initiative as a foundation, G2: Global Intergenerational Initiative will pair grandparents with their pre-teen (5-8^th grade) grandchildren to share their Jewish experiences and values.

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Annual Judicial Reception Honorees

Oct 26, 2017

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Zachor Society Event

Oct 26, 2017

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Rabbi Dina London

Oct 26, 2017

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Rabbi Efrat Zarren-Zohar

Oct 26, 2017

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Social Action & Civil Rights Through a Jewish Lens

Oct 26, 2017

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PAC Seminar

Oct 26, 2017

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Sammy Schulman

Oct 26, 2017

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Jeremy Fingerman

Oct 26, 2017

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The Main Event Guest Speakers

Oct 26, 2017

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Guest Speakers

Oct 26, 2017

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Guest Speakers

Oct 26, 2017

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Zak Stern

Oct 26, 2017

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The Zachor Society

Oct 26, 2017

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Jamie Seidner MS RD LD/N

Oct 26, 2017

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Guest Speakers

Oct 26, 2017

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Bob Diener

Oct 26, 2017

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Professor Kenneth W. Stein

Oct 26, 2017

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Richard D. Fain

Oct 26, 2017

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Young Lion of Judah Offers Incredible Opportunity

Oct 19, 2017

Do you know a Bar or Bat Mitzvah student looking for a once-in-a-lifetime volunteer opportunity to learn with Holocaust survivors?

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Federation’s Women’s Amutot Helps Israeli Single Mothers Succeed

Oct 19, 2017

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is helping single mothers in Israel achieve financial stability. Grants from the Women’s Amutot Initiative help support YEDID: Single Mothers for Change.

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Hebrew Free Loan Association Becomes Subsidiary Agency of Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Oct 19, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is proud to announce that the Hebrew Free Loan Association of South Florida (HFLA) is now a subsidiary agency of Federation.Since 1989, HFLA has been offering interest-free loans to Jewish individuals and families in need. HFLA has provided over 600 interest-free loans during the past three decades totaling more than $2 million.

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Find Support With Bereavement Groups

Oct 19, 2017

Have you lost a loved one and need a safe place to grieve and find comfort? Allow the spiritual resources in our Jewish community to assist you.

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Miami-Dade Jewish Community Centers Offer Welcoming Environments for Special-Needs Populations

Oct 19, 2017

Honoring their shared mission of serving all members of the local Jewish population, Miami’s three Federation-supported Jewish community centers (JCC), have many programs that address the needs of people with disabilities.

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The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

Oct 18, 2017

Join Miami's community of women at The Women's Event on Tuesday, October 31 to “Be Inspired, Feel Empowered and Enjoy Friendship."

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The Women’s Event - Less Than Two Weeks Away

Oct 18, 2017

Don’t miss your chance to hear from Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador of OPI Nail Products, Inc., share her Jewish journey and business success at The Women’s Event on Tuesday, October 31, at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Federation’s SPACE Program a Resounding Success

Oct 4, 2017

Your donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign helps support the School Performance and Community Empowerment program (SPACE) at the Elisheva Girls High School in Pardes Channa/Karkur.

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Have Fun, Raise Money and Build Community at J-Impact’s 5K

Sep 28, 2017

Join Federation and J-Impact Young Latin Leadership Group at the 5K Run/Walk for Venezuela, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean and Mexico on Sunday, October 29 at Oleta River State Park.

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Join Miami's Inspiring, Empowering Community of Women at The Women's Event

Sep 28, 2017

Join Federation Women’s Philanthropy and hundreds of other women for an inspirational and empowering Women’s Event on Tuesday, October 31 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Federation’s Pre-Mission to Poland Is Still Accepting Registrations.

Sep 28, 2017

Limited spaces on Federation’s Pre-Mission to Poland, April 10-16, 2018, are still available. Learn about the lives of Eastern European Jews during the Holocaust while survivors from our community share their stories.

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Federation Continues to Support the Negev

Sep 28, 2017

The Negev Desert covers nearly 60 percent of Israel’s territory, yet is home to just eight percent of its population. Our Federation is actively working to improve the quality of life for its residents.

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Mark Your Calendar for The Women’s Event

Sep 28, 2017

Join Federation Women’s Philanthropy and hundreds of other women for an inspirational and empowering Women’s Event on Tuesday, October 31 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Federation System Aids in Global Recovery From Recent Natural Disasters

Sep 26, 2017

Following the catastrophic damage from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the earthquakes in Mexico, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation established emergency relief funds to support the Jewish and general communities affected by the disasters.

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Free Seats For High Holiday Worship

Sep 15, 2017

Don’t let Hurricane Irma ruin your High Holiday plans! Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have extended online reservations for free High Holiday seating through Sunday, September 17.

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Federation Memorial Services: A Time to Reflect Following the Storm

Sep 7, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, in conjunction with local synagogues and cemeteries, has organized kivrei avot (memorial services) where we will have an opportunity visit the graves of those we love and reflect on their lives.

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How You Can Help After Hurricane Irma

Sep 7, 2017

Hurricane Irma has caused widespread damage across Miami-Dade County and other parts of Florida and the Caribbean. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected by this terrible storm.

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Federation Is Here for Our Community

Sep 7, 2017

As the region works to recover from the hurricane, Federation is here for our community. If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call the Jewish community’s 24-hour helpline, 305.576.6550, operated by Federation’s local partner agency, Jewish Community Services of South Florida.

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Help Victims of Hurricane Maria and the Earthquakes in Mexico

Sep 7, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining our global Jewish community in response to the unfolding catastrophes caused by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean and the earthquakes in Mexico.

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Texas Needs Your Help!

Aug 30, 2017

Thousands of people are homeless in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and they need your help. Immediately following the hurricane, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation established an emergency fund to support the Jewish and general communities in Houston, San Antonio, Galveston, Corpus Christi and other areas that have been decimated by Harvey.

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Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship for AMHSI Now Available

Aug 30, 2017

Calling all teen leaders! Do you have what it takes to be a Stephen Muss Impact Fellow? The Stephen Muss Impact Fellowship prepares a select group of high school students to take their place as future Jewish change-makers.

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Pardes Channa-Karkur Art Installation Unites Community

Aug 30, 2017

In a continued effort to create socialization between different groups in Pardes Channa-Karkur (PCK), Israel, Federation recently helped residents complete a community art project.

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Register Now For Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission

Aug 28, 2017

More than 800 people have already registered for Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission, April 16-22, 2018. Join us! Spend time in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Commemorate Yom Ha’Zikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day) in our spiritual homeland.

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BE PART OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY'S RESPONSE TO HURRICANE HARVEY

Aug 27, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to support the Jewish and general communities in Houston, San Antonio, Galveston, Corpus Christi and other areas that have been hammered by Hurricane Harvey.

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JCRC Initiatives Educate Against Rising Hatred

Aug 23, 2017

In the wake of the rise in anti-Semitic rhetoric and hate around the world, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has organized a number of ongoing and multi-fold initiatives that unequivocally denounce racism, anti-Semitism and bigotry.

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Gift of Israel Savings Program Helps Young Adults Experience Israel

Aug 23, 2017

In an effort to ensure every young adult has the opportunity to experience Israel, Federation partners with local synagogues to fund the Gift of Israel Savings program.

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Federation Provides Women’s Impact Initiative Grants

Aug 23, 2017

For the third year in a row, Federation will provide a total of $50,000 in Women’s Impact Initiative grants, which target local nonprofits that seek to empower and inspire Jewish women and girls and create social, religious and political equality in Miami.

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Stand With the Jewish Community Against Hate

Aug 21, 2017

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Community-wide Solidarity Vigil: An Interfaith Gathering Against Anti-Semitism & Hate

Aug 21, 2017

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South Florida Community Responds to Charlottesville Violence

Aug 21, 2017

In the wake of the violence instigated by white supremacists and neo-Nazis in Charlottesville, VA, on August 12, our Federation joined with other South Florida Federations and like-minded community organizations to release a full-page ad in the Sun Sentinel and an Op-Ed in The Miami Herald. These collaborative efforts to unequivocally denounce racism, anti-Semitism and bigotry demonstrate the strong bond of unity that permeates our Jewish and interfaith communities. They also amplify our Federation’s previous public statement decrying the despicable acts of hatred perpetrated in Charlottesville.

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Jewish Education Through the Years Remains a Top Priority for Federation

Aug 10, 2017

Thanks to your generous support, more than 5,000 Miami-Dade students received a formal Jewish education last year at 11 Jewish day schools and 11 congregational schools in our community.

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Local Teen Receives 2017 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award

Aug 10, 2017

Sixteen-year-old Miami Beach teen Oliver Stern is the only Miami recipient of the 2017 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award, a $36,000 award that recognizes teens for their commitment to social good and volunteer service.

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Young Jews Find Community at Moishe House Residences

Aug 10, 2017

Calling all young adults: Moishe House Miami-Aventura is looking for residents! Moishe House welcomes three to five young Jews (typically young professionals or graduate students) who are provided with a rent subsidy, a Jewish library and a programming budget in exchange for hosting at least 70 programs each year focused on creating a strong Jewish community.

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A Statement From the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Following Violence in Charlottesville, Virginia

Aug 10, 2017

On behalf the Officers, Board and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we decry the despicable and lethal acts of hatred perpetrated in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Saturday, August 12, 2017.

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Now Accepting Applications: Jewish Incubator Grants

Aug 3, 2017

A total of $50,000 in Jewish Incubator Grants will be awarded to nonprofits eager to make a difference in our Miami-Dade Jewish community through new or expanded programs.

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Indigent Burial Program Supports Acts of Kindness

Aug 3, 2017

Federation's Indigent Burial Program partners with local cemeteries, funeral homes and monument makers to provide burial plots and a proper Jewish burial for those unable to afford them.

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Maccabi Games & ArtsFest Welcomes Yerucham Delegation

Aug 3, 2017

More than 1,200 participants from across Miami and around the world joined in the Maccabi Games & ArtsFest hosted by the Dave & Mary Alper JCC this week.

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Women’s Amutot Initiative Helps Israeli Women Gain Financial Independence

Aug 3, 2017

Through a grant from the Women’s Amutot Initiative, Federation is helping a group of women sew their way toward independence. Early last year, a professional sewing course for women from the city of Rachma opened in Yerucham, Miami’s partnership city in the Negev.

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Become a Proud Business Partner

Aug 3, 2017

If you’re looking for a great way to promote your business and support Miami’s Jewish community, joining Federation’s Proud Business Partners program makes it easy to do both.

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Wanted: Creative Kids for PJ Our Way National Design Team

Aug 3, 2017

Approximately 3,000 participants from across Miami and around the world joined in the Maccabi Games & ArtsFest hosted by the Dave & Mary Alper JCC this week.

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Register Now For Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission

Aug 3, 2017

More than 800 people have already registered for Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission, April 16-22, 2018. Join us! Spend time in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Commemorate Yom Ha’Zikaron (Memorial Day) and Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day) in our spiritual homeland.

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Diller Teen Fellows Cohort 4 Returns From Israel

Aug 3, 2017

Cohort 4 of the Diller Teen Fellows Program, recently returned from an incredible adventure exploring the many faces of Israel. From Tzfat and Haifa to Jaffa and Jerusalem, the group of 14 teens experienced the country from a number of religious and cultural perspectives.

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Feeding Israel With Project Leket

Jul 26, 2017

Your donations to Federation’s Annual Campaign are helping hungry Israelis receive food and nutritional assistance. Through Project Leket—an initiative in southern Israel that promotes food rescue—hot meals, food packages and other resources are distributed to thousands of Israelis, including children, single-parent families and the elderly.

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Mishkan Miami Provides Spiritual Outreach to Community

Jul 26, 2017

If you are going through a difficult time, Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support ensures you are never alone.

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JFNA Mission Shows Reach of Federation Donations

Jul 25, 2017

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women's Philanthropy Campaign Chair Ilene Kossman and Women's Philanthropy Director Ofi Osin-Cohen recently participated in The Jewish Federations of North America's (JFNA) Financial Resource Leadership Mission to Ukraine and Israel.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Following Terror Attacks

Jul 24, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation mourns the gruesome murders of Yosef, Chaya and Elad Solomon – slaughtered in their home in Halamish on Shabbat, July 22.

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Israel Welcomes 200 French Olim

Jul 20, 2017

Earlier this month, 200 French Jews made aliyah aboard a special flight organized by Federation’s overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel. This is the largest aliyah flight from France and anywhere in Europe this summer.

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Tzofim Comes to MARJCC

Jul 20, 2017

Federation, Friends of Israel Scouts and the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center (MARJCC), came together to form a Miami chapter of Tzofim (Israeli Scouts), which will launch this fall.

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Camp Szarvas Welcomes 1,700 Jewish Campers

Jul 20, 2017

Thanks to your generous donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, 1,700 Jewish campers from more than 30 countries are enjoying immersive, inspiring Jewish experiences this summer—and every summer—at Camp Szarvas.

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The JCC Maccabi Games and Artsfest Needs You!

Jul 20, 2017

Volunteers and host families are needed for the upcoming 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest in Miami! More than 1,000 volunteers and 1,200 teens will help the Games come alive at the Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center from Sunday, August 6 to Friday, August 11.

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A Message to Roger Waters from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Jul 13, 2017

In anticipation of a July 13 performance in Miami by Pink Floyd’s co-founder Roger Waters, Federation has published an ad and online resources regarding his vile messages of anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism and hatred.

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Community Connector Job Description

Jul 11, 2017

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Miami Birthright Trip Makes Federation Connection

Jul 11, 2017

A group of 41 young adults ages 22-26 recently returned to Miami from a whirlwind Taglit-Birthright Israel trip.The 10-day journey, a gift from the Birthright Israel Foundation and the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, included tours of historic and culturally significant sights, in addition to a number of local Federation-funded programs and agencies.

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Yerucham Science Center Leads Robotics Camp at Local JCCs

Jul 11, 2017

This week and next, more than 70 campers at Miami’s three Jewish community centers (JCCs) are experiencing a hands-on robotics summer camp, led by the award-winning Israeli Yerucham Science Center.

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Federation Stands Strong Against BDS and Roger Waters

Jul 11, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) has been educating and engaging the community to combat the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) tactics used to delegitimize Israel since 2011, when more than 1,200 concerned citizens attended our Community Summit Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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New to Miami?

Jul 6, 2017

Are you new to Miami? Enroll in Shalom Miami to participate in local events and get involved with area synagogues, Jewish community centers, Jewish organizations and so much more.

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Be There: Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission!

Jul 6, 2017

Can you imagine visiting Israel with hundreds of friends and neighbors from your Jewish community? Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Israel at 70 Mission, April 16-22, 2018, chaired by Barbara Black Goldfarb.

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Message From Greater Miami Jewish Federation President and CEO Jacob Solomon Regarding Recent Actions by the Government of Israel

Jun 28, 2017

Writing to Miami’s Jewish community from Jerusalem on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, Federation President and CEO describes events immediately following recent actions by the Government of Israel regarding the Kotel (Western Wall) and Jewish conversion.

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Federation Supports Miami’s Senior Citizens

Jun 27, 2017

More than 30 percent of Jewish households in Miami with people age 75 or older require help with in-home healthcare, senior transportation, meal delivery services and more.

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Beit Issie Shapiro: An Inclusive Community Is an Improved Community

Jun 27, 2017

Thanks to your generous donations to the Annual Campaign, Federation is able to continue its support of Beit Issie Shapiro (BIS), an Israeli nonprofit organization focused on the needs of children with disabilities and their families.

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Engaging Young Jews Through Global Service

Jun 27, 2017

Engaging the next generation of Jews is more important than ever, and is a priority of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, along with our partner agencies like the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC).

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Be There: Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission!

Jun 12, 2017

Are YOU going?! Nearly 600 members of your Jewish community have already registered for Federation’s upcoming Israel at 70 Mission, April 16-22, 2018.

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Federation Makes Israeli Women a Priority

Jun 8, 2017

The Women’s Amutot Initiative continues to champion women and girls around the world! In fact, our Federation was not just the first, but remains the only, Federation to fund programs for women and girls as an ongoing part of the Annual Campaign.

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Help Your Community During Hurricane Season

Jun 8, 2017

Hurricane season is here, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2017 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.

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Help Your Community During Hurricane Season

Jun 8, 2017

Hurricane season is here, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2017 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.

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Don’t Miss an Evening With Chaim Katzman!

Jun 8, 2017

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Real Estate Division next Tuesday, June 13 at 6 p.m. for an evening with real estate industry leader Chaim Katzman, Founder and Chairman of Gazit-Globe.

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Making Jewish Education a Priority

Jun 8, 2017

This year, more than 5,000 Miami-Dade students received a formal Jewish education in Jewish day schools and congregational schools. Through generous donations made to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, more than $2 million in grants and scholarships were allocated to 11 Jewish day schools and 11 congregational schools in our community.

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The Greater Miami Jewish Federation Mourns the Passing of Myron J. “Mike” Brodie, z”l

Jun 2, 2017

With great sadness, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation mourns the passing of Myron J. “Mike” Brodie, of blessed memory, a former Executive Vice President of Federation from 1972 to 1992, and an active Vice President, Emeritus following his formal retirement.

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Youth Futures Changes Adolescent Lives in Israel

Jun 2, 2017

This past year, Federation and our overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, helped nearly 100 at-risk preteens and adolescents through community-based mentoring in Miami’s partnership city of Yerucham. Youth Futures, a Jewish Agency flagship program, trains local mentors to work as trusted guides and help students improve school performance, strengthen social integration and inspire community engagement.

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Nearly 150 Real Estate Professionals Attended Federation’s Real Estate Speaker Series

Jun 2, 2017

Last week, nearly 150 real estate professionals attended Federation’s Real Estate Speaker Series with industry leader Chaim Katzman. The event welcomed architects, brokers, developers, contractors and professionals affiliated with these trades.

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Camp Tsarvas Welcomes Jewish Teens From Around the World

Jun 2, 2017

The summer camp countdown has begun! While local campers look forward to their days at one of our three Jewish community centers’ camps, more than 1,000 young Jews from all over the world are eager to arrive at Camp Tsarvas.

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Relive the Reunification of Jerusalem with the Israel Action Network

Jun 2, 2017

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem, the Israel Action Network (IAN), is co-sponsoring an educational project.

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Federation Provides Summer Camp Scholarships

Jun 2, 2017

Recognizing that Jewish overnight camp is an important part of strengthening a child’s Jewish identity, Federation distributed more than $122,000 to Miami-area children ages 8 to 17 to attend camp this summer.

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Join Us at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 79th Annual Meeting

Jun 2, 2017

Please join us next Wednesday, June 7, at the 79th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. We’ll gather for a luncheon at Jungle Island to honor five exceptional Jewish leaders for their commitment to Jewish life and community.

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Don’t Miss East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem

Jun 2, 2017

Join the Miami Jewish Film Festival and Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council for a screening of East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 13 at O Cinema Miami Beach.

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Volunteer This Summer With the JVC

Jun 2, 2017

Calling all teens: Are you looking for a rewarding way to spend your summer? Do you need community service hours? Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) can help you get started.

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JCS Kosher Food Bank Helps Feed Hundreds in Miami

Jun 2, 2017

Through our partner agency, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), and generous contributions to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, hundreds of underserved and at-risk families in Miami, in addition to many Holocaust survivors, have access to the JCS Kosher Food Bank.

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Calling All Volunteers for the 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest!

May 26, 2017

Be a part of the upcoming 2017 JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest in Miami! More than 1,000 volunteers are needed for the Games, being held from Sunday, August 6 to Friday, August 11, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is helping coordinate the effort.

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Help The People of Venezuela Now!

May 25, 2017

Hundreds have responded to the need in Venezuela! Join the movement and show your solidarity with our Jewish community by donating to the Venezuelan Support Fund.

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Honor Our Jewish Leaders at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

May 25, 2017

The 79th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is less than two weeks away! Join us for a luncheon on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island as we honor five exceptional Jewish leaders for their commitment to Jewish life and community.

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UM Hillel Launches Base Miami

May 24, 2017

In an effort to cultivate the next generation of Jewish leaders, University of Miami Hillel will offer ongoing learning opportunities to young Jewish adults through its new Base Miami program.

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JCRC Provides Seminar to Local Educators

May 15, 2017

Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) hosted 20 teachers from Miami-Dade County public schools in a workshop to help introduce Israel and Jewish-related content into curricula for junior high and high school students.

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Women’s Philanthropy Celebrates Leadership at Annual Meeting

May 15, 2017

Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation held its Annual Meeting and Installation Brunch on Wednesday, May 17, a meaningful and inspiring event at The Sacred Space.

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Miami Women Attend Conference to Focus on Philanthropic Strategies Though a Gender Lens

May 15, 2017

A delegation of Miami Jewish women leaders represented Federation at the 10th Annual Jewish Women’s Funding Network’s (JWFN) Force for Change Conference held recently in New York.

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The Network Explores Miami on a Mini-Mission

May 15, 2017

The Network, Federation's under-45 connection, recently gathered a group of young Jewish leaders for an inspiring tour of Federation partner agencies in Miami.

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Mark Your Calendars for Federation’s Annual Meeting

May 9, 2017

Mazel tov to five leaders whose commitment to Jewish life and community will be recognized at the 79th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island.

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Federation Gardens Housing Opening Waitlist

May 9, 2017

Federations Gardens is opening its waitlist! The Federation-sponsored, federally subsidized, senior-housing facility serves low-income adults who are 62 or older and/or mobility impaired.

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Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month!

May 9, 2017

May is Jewish American Heritage Month [JAHM], which recognizes the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture.

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It’s Time to Think About Summer Camp!

May 4, 2017

Summer is right around the corner – do you know where your children will be? Enrollment for summer camp at our three Jewish community centers is now open, and filling up fast!

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Don’t Miss the 22nd Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference

May 4, 2017

End-of-life care and conversations are crucial, but few people know how to adequately address such a complicated topic. To discuss this subject, Federation’s Mishkan Miami, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) and Miami Jewish Health present the 22nd Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference on Thursday, May 25.

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Our Family in Venezuela Needs Our Help!

May 4, 2017

Last week, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Friends of Yajad-Venezuela launched the Venezuela Support Fund. The two-year, joint campaign is raising humanitarian funds to assist the people of Venezuela and the Jewish community during this time of extreme hardship.

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Attend an Information Session to Learn More About the Israel at 70 Mission

May 4, 2017

By now, you’ve heard the news: Next year, Federation is celebrating Israel’s 70th birthday with a really big Mission, April 16-22, 2018! In fact, 330 people have already registered.

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Federation Leads Civil Rights Mission Through the South

May 4, 2017

Twenty-four South Florida women explored the American Civil Rights movement from a Jewish perspective on a recent mission organized by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC).

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Holocaust Remembrance Day, an Interfaith Community Gathering

Apr 28, 2017

Yom HaShoah 2017

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L'Shanah Tovah 5778

Apr 28, 2017

L'Shanah Tovah 5778

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Venezuela Needs Your Help!

Apr 27, 2017

Last night, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Friends of Yajad-Venezuela raised $200,000 at the launch of the Venezuela Support Fund held at Skylake Synagogue.

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New Life in the Negev!

Apr 27, 2017

Federation is helping make Israel's Negev region of Israel a more fulfilling place to live for current and future residents.

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Remember Israel’s National Holidays Next Week

Apr 27, 2017

Next week, Israel will mark Yom Ha’Zikaron (Memorial Day) on Monday, May 1, and Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day) on Tuesday, May 2.

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Mark Your Calendar for Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting

Apr 27, 2017

Mark your calendar for Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island. The community will gather to welcome and install the 2017-2018 Federation Officers and Board of Directors.

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Now that Passover has ended, make “Next year in Jerusalem” a reality!

Apr 20, 2017

Now that Passover has ended, make “Next year in Jerusalem” a reality! Join Federation, your friends, family and Jewish community April 16-22, 2018 for the trip of a lifetime to celebrate Israel’s 70 birthday.

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“Healthy Parenting” Program Focuses on Parents’ Well-Being

Apr 20, 2017

Federation and our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), funded by the Annual/UJA Campaign, are focusing on the needs of parents of babies and young children in Israel.

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New to Miami?

Apr 20, 2017

Are you new to Miami and searching for a way to connect to your Jewish community? Look no further! Shalom Miami, a Federation program focused on welcoming new residents to Miami-Dade County, wants to help you settle into your new home.

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Apr 19, 2017

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Passover Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Apr 9, 2017

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Attorney’s Mission to Israel Raises Money for Annual Federation/UJA Campaign

Apr 6, 2017

Twenty-eight legal professionals from Miami’s Jewish community recently spent a week in Israel with the Attorneys’ Division of Federation.

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Miami and Yerucham Diller Teen Fellows Come Together

Apr 6, 2017

The ties between Jewish teens in Miami and Yerucham were strengthened when the Yerucham Diller Teen Fellows spent a week exploring the Jewish community with their Miami counterparts.

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Join Us for Holocaust Remembrance Day and an Interfaith Community Gathering on Sunday, April 23

Apr 6, 2017

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on April 23 – Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day – at the Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach, to pay tribute to the six million Jews who died in the Holocaust and honor those who survived.

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Join Us for Holocaust Remembrance Day and an Interfaith Community Gathering on Sunday, April 23

Apr 6, 2017

Due to expected inclement weather, the location for Holocaust Remembrance Day and Interfaith Community Gathering this Sunday, April 23 has been changed to Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach.

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Passover in the Former Soviet Union

Apr 6, 2017

Prior to Passover this month, Jews in the former Soviet Union received more than 50,000 boxes of matzah, thanks to your donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Join Us for Holocaust Remembrance Day on Sunday, April 23

Apr 6, 2017

Stand strong against anti-Semitism. Stand strong against hate. Never again. Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Sunday, April 23 for an Interfaith Community Gathering at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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ELEVATE South Dade Engages New Generation of Jewish Leaders

Apr 6, 2017

Federation's new program, Elevate South Dade Emerging Leaders, is helping the next generation of Jewish leaders and activists find their voice in the South Dade community.

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Yerucham Rocks!

Apr 6, 2017

How do YOU say Yerucham?! Although Miami’s Jewish community has partnered with the Israeli desert city of Yerucham since 2007, the correct pronunciation of the city’s name remains a mystery to many Miamians.

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JELF Loans Available for Higher Education

Apr 6, 2017

With support from the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF) is now accepting applications for interest-free loans for higher education for Jewish students in the Miami-Dade County area.

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Travel to Israel Free this Summer with Taglit-Birthright Israel

Apr 6, 2017

Calling all young adults! Do you know what you’re doing this summer? How about a free trip to Israel with Taglit-Birthright Israel and Israel Outdoors?

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Remember the Shoah During Holocaust Education Week

Apr 6, 2017

Join the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach for Holocaust Education Week from Sunday, January 28 to Friday, February 2. The events will shine a light on the heroism of our survivors and will honor the memory of those murdered. Click here for details on the week’s programming and to RSVP.

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Federation Gardens Housing Will Soon Open Its Waitlist

Apr 4, 2017

Federation Gardens, which serves low-income senior citizens, will soon be accepting pre-applications for their waiting lists.

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Israel Study Trip Illustrates Federation’s Work

Apr 4, 2017

Thirteen members of Miami’s Jewish community recently spent a week in Israel observing the work of Federation's Women’s Amutot Initiative and Israel and Overseas Committee.

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Yerucham Promo

Apr 2, 2017

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Indian Jews Make Aliyah

Mar 31, 2017

With the help of Federation’s overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, more than 100 Jews from India’s B’nei Menashe community recently made aliyah.

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Join Us for Holocaust Remembrance Day, Yom HaShoah, on Sunday, April 23

Mar 31, 2017

Gather with your Jewish community to observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on Sunday, April 23, at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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First Annual Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Festival

Mar 28, 2017

The First Annual Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Festival will take place on Wednesday, April 26, at Scheck Hillel Community School.

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Interfaith Community Comes Together for 2017 Freedom Seder

Mar 27, 2017

More than 70 people came to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Wednesday, March 29 to attend the 2017 Freedom Seder and bring awareness to the growing crime of domestic sex trafficking of minors.

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Federation Travels to Washington, D.C. for Eighth Annual Advocacy Mission

Mar 24, 2017

Earlier this month, 27 members of our Jewish community joined Federation’s Major Gifts Division and Jewish Community Relations Council on the 8th Annual Washington, D.C. Advocacy Mission, chaired by Steven J. Brodie.

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Elderly Jews and Holocaust Survivors Find a Home and a Community

Mar 24, 2017

Did you know that more than 700,000 Israelis ages 65 and older can’t afford to purchase or rent a home, and 27,000 low-income senior citizens are on waiting lists for subsidized shelter?

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Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Arrest of Alleged Bomb Threat Suspect

Mar 22, 2017

An arrest has been made in connection with a large number of the bomb threats sent to Jewish community centers, schools, synagogues, and other Jewish institutions across the U.S. and in other countries throughout the world over recent months.

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A Successful Super Sunday!

Mar 19, 2017

Hundreds of volunteers gathered to make a difference in the lives of others today, as the Greater Miami Jewish Federation presented its annual Super Sunday/Good Deeds Day event at the Stanley C. Myers Building, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Study in Israel With AMHSI!

Mar 16, 2017

This fall, give your teen the chance to discover Israel through the Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI). A partner agency of Federation, AMHSI is an accredited, international study abroad, college-prep program, where Israel becomes a living classroom.

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Super Sunday is Here!

Mar 16, 2017

Are you ready to help the Greater Miami Jewish Federation raise money for Jews around the world? Are you in search of a family-friendly “Sunday Funday” that will also help benefit our local Jewish community?

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Federation Honors Marcia K. Cypen, Esq., and the Honorable Stanley Marcus

Mar 16, 2017

Last week, Federation’s Attorneys’ Division hosted the 33rd Annual Judicial Reception at Jungle Island. Hundreds of legal professionals attended the event, which recognized two outstanding members of the legal community.

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Stand Strong Against Anti-Semitism and Hate on April 23

Mar 16, 2017

Never Again Is Now! Mark your calendar to join Federation and other organizations on Yom HaShoah – Holocaust Remembrance Day – Sunday, April 23 for an Interfaith Community Gathering in Response to the Rise in Anti-Semitism and Hate.

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Help Feed Homebound Seniors With Matzah Mitzvah

Mar 10, 2017

PJ Library invites you to join Jewish Community Services and Federation for JCS Matzah Mitzvah & More on Sunday, March 26 to help fight food insufficiency in Miami.

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Don’t Miss Super Sunday!

Mar 9, 2017

Gather your friends and family to make a difference in your Jewish community as part of Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day, Federation’s largest annual service day.

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Federation is Working to Secure our Community

Mar 9, 2017

In response to the growing wave of anti-Semitic incidents across the country, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation continues our ongoing work to secure our Jewish community. Click here to read a letter from Federation Board Chair Amy Dean and President and CEO Jacob Solomon detailing these efforts.

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Federation Gives $50,000 in Women’s Impact Initiative Grants to Local Non-Profits

Mar 9, 2017

Federation recently provided a total of $50,000 in Women’s Impact Initiative (WII) grants to 10 Miami-Dade County organizations that inspire and empower Jewish women and girls through programs that pursue social, economic, religious and political equality.

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#DoGoodFeelGood on Super Sunday on March 19

Feb 16, 2017

Bring the whole family to Super Sunday — Federation’s largest annual phonathan — and Good Deeds Day on March 19. Along with raising money for the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, the fun-filled day offers an array of activities from DIY mason jar meals for the elderly to Israeli dancing, PJ Library programming and more.

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Lion of Judah Sculpture Lovingly Restored by Mother-Daughter Duo

Feb 16, 2017

The magnificent Lion of Judah sculpture at the main entrance to Federation’s Stanley C. Myers Building has undergone a restoration, thanks to Laurel Susman Schwartz and Jordan Schwartz, a local mother-daughter team who wanted to express their deep appreciation to our organization.

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Women's Amutot Initiative Supports Tahel

Feb 16, 2017

This year, the Women’s Amutot Initiative allocated nearly $300,000 from the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to 28 organizations that empower women to improve Israeli society through social, economic, religious and political equality.

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Register Now For Miami Jewish Day Schools!

Feb 16, 2017

Registration for the 2017-2018 school year is now open in Miami-Dade County, and MiamiJewishDaySchools.org, a new Jewish day school marketing initiative, can help parents choose the best place for their child.

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Enhance Your Israel at 70 Mission Experience With Our Pre-Mission to Poland

Feb 16, 2017

Just two weeks after launching Federation’s Israel at 70 Mission, 70 people have already made their deposits, and you can, too! You’ll also want to reserve a spot on the Pre-Mission to Poland, April 10-15, 2018.

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Mark Your Calendars for Super Sunday!

Feb 16, 2017

On Sunday, March 19, join members of the community to volunteer on Super Sunday – the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest annual phonathon – and Good Deeds Day.

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Helping Haredis Succeed in the IDF

Feb 16, 2017

To help Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jews thrive in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Federation’s overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, recently created Tiferet Arazim, a pre-military academy that prepares them for enlistment.

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Pack Your Bags for a Tallahassee Advocacy Mission

Feb 16, 2017

Join Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy and Jewish Community Relations Council on a Tallahassee Advocacy Mission March 21-22.

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Watch a Day in the Life of Federation

Feb 16, 2017

Every day, thanks to your generous donation, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is caring for Jews around the world. Watch this video and let General Campaign Chair Jeffrey Scheck give you a bird’s eye view of some of what Federation accomplishes in a single day.

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Registration for Taglit-Birthright Israel Is Now Open

Feb 1, 2017

Calling all young adults! Do you know what you’re doing this summer? How about a free trip to Israel with Taglit-Birthright Israel and Israel Outdoors?

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UM Hillel Chosen to Participate in Hillel International’s Excellence Accelerator

Feb 1, 2017

Hillel International recently chose University of Miami Hillel to participate in the pilot cohort of its Excellence Accelerator. UM Hillel is one of seven Florida Hillels the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign supports.

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Join Us for the 33rd Annual Judicial Reception

Feb 1, 2017

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Attorneys’ Division at the 33rd Annual Judicial Reception on Thursday, March 9, at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island. Robert C. Gilbert and Michael D. Joblove are Co-Chairs of the popular networking event, which will also honor two outstanding members of the legal community.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Statement on Current Immigration Policy

Feb 1, 2017

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, together with its Jewish Community Relations Council and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, expresses great concern over the current and potential impact of the Executive Order on immigration, signed by President Trump on January 27, 2017.

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World ORT Provides Jewish Day School Options to Children Around the World

Feb 1, 2017

Your donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign help provide a Jewish day school experience to underprivileged children around the world.

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The Main Event Is Less Than Two Weeks Away!

Feb 1, 2017

We’re less than two weeks from The Main Event on Wednesday, February 15 at the Hilton Miami Downtown! Chaired by Colleen and Richard Fain, The Main Event is the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest event, bringing together donors from across our community to support a lifeline of services in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Miami Book Lover Selected For National PJ Our Way Design Team

Feb 1, 2017

Miami’s Ellie Esquenazi, 10, was selected by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation for the national PJ Our Way Design Team! Ellie creates book reviews, videos, polls, quizzes and blogs for PJ Library and participates in monthly online workshops and author interviews.

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Join Federation Attorney’s Division on a Mission to Israel!

Jan 26, 2017

Calling all legal attorneys! Join Federation and the Attorneys’ Division on a very special mission to Israel from March 29 to April 4. Chaired by Aaron Podhurst and Alan Kluger, the trip will explore the country through a legal lens while offering attendees the ability to complete more than 16 CLE credits.

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Don’t Miss Federation’s Largest Event of the Year!

Jan 26, 2017

You won’t want to miss The Main Event, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest community event of the year. Join Chairs Colleen and Richard Fain on Wednesday, February 15 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Statement on Tragic Shooting in Quebec Mosque

Jan 26, 2017

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council and Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, we express our shock and dismay over the tragic shooting in the Quebec Islamic Cultural Center.

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Grammy Award-Winner Miri Ben-Ari to Perform at The Main Event!

Jan 20, 2017

Wondering what all the hype is about Grammy Award-winning violinist Miri Ben-Ari? Now’s your chance to find out! Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Chairs Colleen and Richard Fain at The Main Event on Wednesday, February 15.

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Federation Partnering With Repair the World to Expand Jewish Young Adult Volunteerism in Miami

Jan 12, 2017

Repair the World is coming to Miami! Federation is partnering with this nationally renowned organization to encourage peer-to-peer engagement among young Jewish adults in Miami’s Midtown/Downtown/Brickell area.

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2017 Women’s Amutot Initiative Beneficiaries Announced

Jan 12, 2017

The Annual Federation/UJA Campaign has allocated nearly $300,000 to the Women’s Amutot Initiative, supporting 27 nonprofits organizations in Israel that empower women and improve Israeli society by promoting social, economic, religious and political equality.

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Don’t Miss David Gregory at The Main Event!

Jan 12, 2017

Don’t miss keynote speaker David Gregory at The Main Event on Wednesday, February 15 at the Hilton Downtown Miami! Chaired by Richard and Colleen Fain, The Main Event is the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest community event of the year.

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Russian and Brazilian Aliyah on the Upswing

Jan 12, 2017

According to Federation’s partner agency, The Jewish Agency for Israel, and the Ministry of Aliyah and Immigrant Absorption, approximately 27,000 people made aliyah (immigration) to Israel in 2016.

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Happy Chanukah from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation!

Dec 21, 2016

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Joins in Condemnation of Rising Racist and Bigoted Incidents

Dec 14, 2016

The Board of Directors and staff of the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach have joined with 90 Holocaust remembrance organizations and 71 Holocaust scholars of the Association of Holocaust Organizations to strongly condemn the recent surge in racially charged rhetoric and blatantly bigoted behaviors that have been cropping up in communities across the United States.

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Take Advantage of Year-End Giving!

Dec 14, 2016

Time is running out! Tomorrow, December 31, is the last day to make your 2016 pledge, payment or new donation to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Happy Chanukah from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation!

Dec 14, 2016

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we wish you a Happy Chanukah! May the lights of Chanukah shine brightly on you and your loved ones. Click here to watch our Chanukah video.

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Women's Amutot Initiative Makes a Difference in Israeli Women's Lives

Dec 14, 2016

This year, nearly $300,000 was allocated from Federation’s Annual Campaign to the Women’s Amutot Initiative, which supports 25 different nonprofit organizations in Israel that empower women to improve Israeli society by promoting social, economic, religious and political equality.

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Federation-Funded JAFCO Helping Jewish Children in Need

Dec 14, 2016

Thanks to your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, children and families in need across South Florida have a life-saving safety net – Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO), a Jewish-based group home and social-service resource for children (newborns to age 22) awaiting adoption and foster care.

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36-Hour Hackathon Provides Creative Education Solutions

Dec 14, 2016

In addition to collaborating on a thriving robotics exchange program in our partnership city of Yerucham, Israel, Federation recently supported another tech initiative in the Negev region: a 36-hour Hackathon, sponsored in part by the Negev Funding Coalition (NFC).

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Don’t Miss This Year’s The Main Event!

Dec 14, 2016

Join hundreds of your friends and neighbors to celebrate a night for community and a night for Israel at The Main Event, Wednesday, February 15 at the Hilton Miami Downtown. Respected journalist, political analyst and former moderator of Meet the Press, David Gregory, will give the evening’s keynote address.

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Double Your Donation

Dec 14, 2016

Don’t miss out on the advantages of year-end giving! Your contribution will have double the impact as a generous donor has pledged to match all new and increased donations made on this day.

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Federation-Funded JAFCO Helping Jewish Children in Need

Dec 14, 2016

Thanks to your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, children and families in need across South Florida have a life-saving safety net – Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO), a Jewish-based group home and social-service resource for children (newborns to age 22) awaiting adoption and foster care.

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Mark Your Calendars for Holocaust Education Week

Dec 14, 2016

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, invites you to Holocaust Education Week 2017. Learn about the Allies’ response to the Holocaust via political cartoons; attend a community read and discussion of Night by Elie Wiesel, z”l; discover the Yiddish songs and poems borne of the creative resistance movement in the Warsaw Ghetto; and much more.

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Miami’s Jewish Community Welcomes Yerucham’s Matnas

Dec 14, 2016

In an ongoing effort to better serve their communities, seven professionals from Yerucham’s Matnas (community center) recently joined their counterparts from Miami’s three JCCs as part of the Miami-Yerucham Partnership

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UM Hillel Birthright Trip Visits Yerucham!

Dec 14, 2016

A number of students from University of Miami’s Hillel, one of seven Federation-supported Hillels throughout the state, recently participated in Birthright Israel.

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Jewish Film Festival Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary with a Lineup of Fantastic Films

Dec 14, 2016

The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF), a program of Federation subsidiary agency, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), returns to celebrate its milestone 20th anniversary from January 12 through 26, 2017.

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Take Advantage of Year-End Giving!

Dec 14, 2016

We’re counting down to the end of the year, and there are only seven more days to take advantage of year-end giving! Your pledge, payment or new donation to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign by December 31 lets you support Jewish needs in Miami, Israel and around the world.

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New Olim Celebrate Chanukah in Israeli Homeland

Dec 14, 2016

Federation partner agency, The Jewish Agency for Israel, gathered 100 new olim (immigrants) from 29 countries to light the “global chanukiah” (menorah) last week in their new homeland.

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Give the Gift of Meaning with JVC’s Community Volunteer Days

Dec 7, 2016

Give the gift of meaning this holiday season and brighten someone’s day by participating in Federation's Jewish Volunteer Center's Eighth Annual Community Volunteer Days.

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Double Your Donation!

Dec 7, 2016

Double your impact of your contribution to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign by donating on Monday, December 12! As 2016 comes to an end, Federation is counting on your contributions to support Jewish needs in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Join Women’s Philanthropy on a Civil Rights Mission

Dec 7, 2016

Mark your calendar to join Women’s Philanthropy April 24 - 26 for a Social Action & Civil Rights Journey Through a Jewish Lens. Tour important historic sites in Montgomery, Selma and Birmingham, Alabama while learning about Jewish involvement in the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s and the present-day implications.

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Miami Beach Kids Score a Touchdown for Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Dec 7, 2016

Three Miami Beach brothers — Jared, Koby and Evan Resnick — recently raised $14,300 for the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach. Conceived by 14-year-old Jared as a Bar Mitzvah project for his brother Koby, the Quarterbacks for the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach event enlisted 50 young athletes and local event sponsors for a flag football tournament on December 4 at the Galbut Family Miami Beach Jewish Community Center.

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Jewish Teens Gather to Celebrate and Strengthen Jewish Life

Nov 20, 2016

Last week, more than 350 young adult Jewish leaders from the former Soviet Union (FSU) celebrated their role in strengthening Jewish life at the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee’s (JDC) Active Jewish Teens (AJT) 4th annual conference in Kharkov, Ukraine.

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Five Miami Jewish Day Schools Integrate Blended Learning

Nov 17, 2016

Five Federation-funded Jewish day schools are adopting a cutting-edge approach to Jewish education known as “blended learning,” which combines traditional instruction with digital tools to provide highly personalized student experiences and introduce new models for lifelong learning. Called JBlendMiami, this technique enables students to learn at their own pace, aligned to their personal learning style.

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Give Miami Day Raises $476,000 for Federation

Nov 17, 2016

Thank you, Miami! Because of your generous donations, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation topped the leaderboard with a total of $476,000 in donations on Give Miami Day.

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Federation’s Tzedakah Fund Provides Emergency Assistance

Nov 17, 2016

Every year, Federation’s Tzedakah Fund provides emergency assistance to Jews in Miami, helping with everything from basic necessities to indigent burials and more.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Helps Israel Recover From Devastating Fires

Nov 17, 2016

In response to the fires that burned across Israel during five days in November, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our overseas partners are helping Israelis recover from the widespread devastation.

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Calling All Miami-Dade College Students!

Nov 17, 2016

Do you know an exceptional, career-minded college student in Miami-Dade County? Onward Israel is now accepting applications.

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A Statement from the Federation Regarding the Reprehensible Acts of Vandalism and the Death Threats Against Reform Jewish Leaders Found at Kehilat Ra'anan - Beit Samueli

Nov 17, 2016

Together with the Jewish Federations of North America, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation condemns the reprehensible acts of vandalism and the death threats against Reform Jewish leaders found at Kehilat Ra'anan - Beit Samueli, a Reform synagogue in Ra'anana, Israel.

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Federation’s Tzedakah Fund Provides Emergency Assistance

Nov 17, 2016

Every year, Federation’s Tzedakah Fund provides emergency assistance to Jews in Miami, helping with everything from basic necessities to indigent burials and more.

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Standing in Unity, Embracing Diversity

Nov 17, 2016

Prior to and after the election, we have seen a significant uptick in divisive and hateful rhetoric. According to the anti-intolerance watchdog, the Southern Poverty Law Center, more than 400 incidents of harassment, including racist, anti-Muslim and anti-Semitic acts, have been reported.

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With Hopes for a Brighter Tomorrow, We Stand in Solidarity With the Cuban Community

Nov 17, 2016

Miami's Cuban and Jewish Communities have long enjoyed a close affinity with one another and stand in strong solidarity.

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Hillel Opens Its Doors at FIU

Nov 17, 2016

Students at Florida International University (FIU) now have a dedicated Hillel to call their own, thanks to your ongoing support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Join Us On Give Miami Day

Nov 11, 2016

Did you know that every Federation-designated donation between $25 and $10,000 made through GiveMiamiDay.org on Thursday, November 17 will result in a bonus gift for our campaign?

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Iris Yerucham Hotel Awarded Four-Star Status

Nov 11, 2016

Mazel tov to Israel’s Desert Iris Hotel in Miami’s partner city of Yerucham, which was recently awarded 4-star status by the Israel Ministry of Tourism!

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New JCC Opens in Kiev, Ukraine

Nov 11, 2016

Your donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign support Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) both locally and around the world, including Kiev’s brand-new Halom Jewish Community Center.

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Make An Impactful Donation on Give Miami Day

Nov 11, 2016

Mark your calendar now and plan to make a donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign on Give Miami Day, an annual community-wide day of online matched giving, on Thursday, November 16.

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Everything but the Turkey Volunteers Will Cook Up Thanksgiving Cheer for Miami’s Homeless

Nov 9, 2016

Join Federation and the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) to share your Thanksgiving spirit with hundreds of other volunteers at the Ninth Annual Everything but the Turkey.

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Fall in Love with Israel Mission a Success!

Nov 9, 2016

This week, 40 members of Federation’s South Dade community participated in the Fall in Love with Israel Mission, chaired by Adrian and Ken Dubow.

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Don’t Miss the Annual Hebraica Maccabi Games

Nov 9, 2016

Come together as a community at the 36th Annual Hebraica Maccabi Games, taking place now through Sunday, November 26 at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center.

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Give Miami Day is Next Thursday!

Nov 9, 2016

Boost the impact of your donation to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation by contributing on Give Miami Day. Every Federation-designated donation between $25 and $10,000 made through GiveMiamiDay.org on Thursday, November 16 will result in a bonus gift for our Campaign.

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Argentina’s Jews Gather for Rosh Hashanah Celebration

Oct 28, 2016

Roughly 50,000 Argentine Jews recently gathered in the streets of Buenos Aires for Rosh Hashanah Urbano (RHU), the largest Jewish cultural event in South America.

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Job-hunting? JWorks Miami Can Help!

Oct 28, 2016

Last year, more than 150 Jewish job-seekers found employment after receiving job counseling and placement assistance from JWorks Miami, a community employment program of Federation and Jewish Community Services of South Florida.

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Shanah Tovah Umetukah! 5777

Sep 29, 2016

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Commemorate Kristallnacht with the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Sep 27, 2016

Join hundreds of community members and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach to commemorate “Kristallnacht: The Spark That Ignited the Holocaust” on Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m. at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach.

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L’Shanah Tovah!

Sep 27, 2016

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we extend our warmest wishes to you for a sweet New Year. May you and your loved ones be written in the Book of Life and sealed for a year of health, happiness and peace. L’Shanah Tovah 5777! Click here to watch a sweet video.

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High Holiday Welcome Program Attracts Miami’s Unaffiliated Jews

Sep 27, 2016

Thanks to community support of the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, more than 2,500 participants in Federation’s High Holiday Welcome Program were able to experience the uplifting spirituality of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur 5777.

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Helping Shoah Survivors Around the World

Sep 27, 2016

Because of your support, Holocaust survivors know they are never alone. Through the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, Federation’s overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), in partnership with the Claims Conference, these frail and elderly Jews receive holistic care and critical services in cities across the globe.

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Federation Partner American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Helps Haitians Following Hurricane Matthew

Sep 27, 2016

Immediately following the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti and our neighbors to the north, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation set up a fund to help with relief efforts in the area.

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Community Memorial Service for President Shimon Peres z”l Rescheduled for Thursday, October 13

Sep 27, 2016

Due to the arrival of Hurricane Matthew, the Community Memorial Service for Israeli President Shimon Peres, of blessed memory, has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 13, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center, 20400 Northeast 30th Avenue, Aventura.

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Don’t Miss The Women’s Event!

Sep 27, 2016

There’s still time to register for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Event, featuring Emmy Award-winning actress Debra Messing! Join hundreds of women for an inspirational and empowering morning on Friday, November 18.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Our Jewish Community Relations Council Condemn UNESCO Resolution

Sep 27, 2016

The United Nations Education, Science and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) resolution, adopted earlier this week by its Executive Board regarding the Temple Mount and Israel’s most holy sites, is unconscionable and outrageous in its indisputable revisionist history and anti-Zionist language.

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Federation Mourns the Passing of Shimon Peres

Sep 27, 2016

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation deeply mourns the passing of Shimon Peres, z”l, universally recognized as one of Israel’s greatest leaders and a dear friend to Miami's Jewish community.

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Ukrainian Special Needs Children Get Help from Horses

Sep 27, 2016

Thanks to your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign, Ukrainian children with special needs are participating in a unique horse therapy program.

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Be Part of the Jewish Community's Response to Help Victims of Hurricane Matthew

Sep 27, 2016

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to assist those affected by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti and other communities. One hundred percent of this Jewish response to Hurricane Matthew will provide critically needed aid to those in Haiti and other areas.

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Don’t Miss This Year’s Women’s Event!

Sep 27, 2016

For both first-timers and seasoned veterans, this year’s Women's Event brunch, featuring guest speaker actress Debra Messing is a "can't miss."

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Join us for “Kristallnacht: The Spark That Ignited the Holocaust”

Sep 27, 2016

Join Federation and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach for “Kristallnacht: The Spark That Ignited the Holocaust” on Sunday, November 6 at 6 p.m.

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Don’t Miss Kristallnacht: The Spark That Ignited the Holocaust

Sep 27, 2016

Join hundreds of community members and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach to commemorate “Kristallnacht: The Spark That Ignited the Holocaust” on Sunday, November 6 at 6 p.m.

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Debra Messing Shares Her Jewish Story at The Women’s Event

Sep 27, 2016

Don’t miss the chance to hear from keynote speaker and Emmy Award winner Debra Messing, who will share her powerful Jewish story at Federation’s Women’s Event on Friday, November 18 at the Hilton Miami Downtown, chaired by Corey Feinsilver.

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Join Us for the Second Annual Communal Kever Avot

Sep 27, 2016

The High Holiday season is the time when we remember those who have had a significant impact upon us, especially those loved ones who are no longer with us. Join Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support at a special communal memorial service on Sunday, October 9 at four local cemeteries.

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Join Federation and Friends at the North Dade Business Breakfast

Sep 27, 2016

Mark your calendars for our next great networking event! Federation and our Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) invite you to the North Dade Business Breakfast on Friday, November 4 at 7:30 a.m. at Skylake Synagogue.

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Support Federation on Give Miami Day

Sep 27, 2016

Mark your calendar now and plan to make a donation to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign on Give Miami Day, an annual community-wide day of online matched giving, on Thursday, November 17.

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Make a Difference During the Jewish Holidays

Sep 27, 2016

The Jewish holidays are a meaningful time to make a difference in the lives of others through tzedakah. When you donate to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, you are supporting humanitarian, social-service, educational and identity-building programs for Jews in Miami, in Israel and in more than 70 other countries worldwide.

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Yerucham Science Center Staff Trains Miami Teachers

Sep 27, 2016

Miami’s Jewish community recently witnessed firsthand one of the many successes of our people-to-people partnership with Yerucham when the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), a Federation subsidiary agency, hosted a group from the Yerucham Science Center.

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Young Lion of Judah Looking for Exceptional B’nai Mitzvah Students

Sep 27, 2016

Do you know a Bar or Bat Mitzvah student looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to volunteer and learn with Holocaust survivors? Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach are now accepting B’nai Mitzvah students for the Young Lion of Judah Program.

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Seven Local Nonprofits Received Miami Service Challenge Grants

Sep 27, 2016

Thanks to Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) and funding from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, seven local nonprofits received Miami Service Challenge grants to participate in rewarding community service projects.

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All You Need to Know About Voting

Sep 27, 2016

As the public affairs and advocacy arm of Federation, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is educating members of the community about how, when and where to vote in the upcoming election.

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Federation Supports Local Aging Jews

Sep 27, 2016

More than 30 percent of Jewish households in Miami with people over age 75 require in-home healthcare, help with senior transportation, meal delivery or other social services.

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Federation Is Helping to Provide Israeli Haredi Jews with Economic Opportunities

Sep 26, 2016

Federation is helping provide Israeli Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jews with economic opportunities through the TEVET Employment Initiative, developed by our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Center (JDC).

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One Year Later: The Recovery Effort of Hurricane Maria Continues

Sep 26, 2016

A year following Hurricane Maria, Federation’s support is continuing to make a difference in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Kick Off the New Year with The Women’s Event

Sep 26, 2016

Register now for this year’s Federation Women’s Philanthropy brunch on Wednesday, November 14. Randi Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media, Editor-in-Chief of the digital lifestyle website Dot Complicated and best-selling author, is the keynote speaker.

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Israel Safe Haven for Olim from Ukraine and Germany

Sep 9, 2016

The Jewish Agency for Israel, one of Federation’s overseas partner agencies, recently helped 200 new immigrants relocate from Ukraine and Germany to Israel. In 2015, Ukraine was the second-largest source of aliyah, with some 7,000 olim (new immigrants) moving to Israel, compared to 2,000 just two years prior.

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Diller Teen Fellows Accepting Applications

Sep 9, 2016

Do you know an incredible teen committed to serving the community? Federation-funded Diller Teen Fellows, an international, immersive leadership program operated by the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), a subsidiary agency of Federation, is seeking Jewish ninth- and 10th-graders from Miami-Dade County to participate in a 15-month pluralistic, informal Jewish educational program.

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Community Security Conference and Workshop a Success!

Sep 9, 2016

Last week, 120 people, representing more than two dozen organizations, discussed security best practices at the first Community Security Conference and Workshop, presented by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Office of Community Security and the Anti-Defamation League.

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Bring the Miami Service Challenge to Your Organization

Sep 9, 2016

Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is taking its popular volunteer programming one step further with its Miami Service Challenge, which encourages local groups to participate in rewarding service projects.

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Giving Back Meets Back-to-School

Sep 9, 2016

Not too long ago, parents were stocking up on school supplies for the new school year. But for many, it isn’t that easy, and back-to-school season presents financial challenges for families around the globe. Federation, through our overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), and other Jewish organizations, made sure that two dozen Ukrainian families received backpacks full of school supplies for their children.

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36 Miami Lions Attended International Lion of Judah Conference

Sep 9, 2016

Thirty-six Miami Jewish women joined 1,300 others from around the world to celebrate the power of women’s philanthropy at the International Lion of Judah Conference, September 11-13 in Washington, D.C.

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Spiritual Care Program Seeks Volunteers

Sep 9, 2016

Looking for a meaningful volunteer experience? Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support and Jewish Volunteer Center present Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program, a life-changing opportunity to bring comfort, spiritual solace and joy to people in need.

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Miami’s Three Jewish Community Centers Are Buzzing with Activity

Sep 7, 2016

From preschool and afterschool programs to adult education and much more, Miami’s three Jewish community centers are buzzing with activity! Last year, the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign provided more than $2.2 million in vital support to the Michael-Ann Russell JCC in North Dade, the Miami Beach JCC, and the Dave & Mary Alper JCC in South Dade.

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Art Therapy for Holocaust Survivors Provides New Skills, New Friends

Sep 7, 2016

Did you know Federation and our partner agency, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), have been supporting Argentina’s Jewish community for the past 15 years? Many of these families have such limited incomes that they are unable to provide financial support for their aging family members.

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Argentina’s Jewish Senior Citizens Find a Home at LeDor VaDor

Aug 31, 2016

Did you know Federation and our partner agency, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), have been supporting Argentina’s Jewish community for the past 15 years? Many of these families have such limited incomes that they are unable to provide financial support for their aging family members.

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Florida’s Hillels Help College Students Sustain a Jewish Life

Aug 31, 2016

As Jewish students across Florida are returning to college campuses, Hillels are ready to welcome them back to Jewish life on campus. From Tallahassee to Tampa, from Gainesville to the Gables, the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign supports seven Hillels across Florida and countless more nationwide.

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Join a Synagogue for the High Holidays

Aug 31, 2016

Are you looking for a spiritual connection this Jewish New Year? To help members of Miami’s Jewish community choose a place to worship, Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami have compiled a directory of area synagogues.

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Federation Welcomes First Miracle Baby!

Aug 30, 2016

Federation is thrilled to announce the birth of the very first Making Miracle Babies Fertility Fund baby. Since 2014, Federation and the Hebrew Free Loan Association (HFLA) of South Florida have worked together to support this innovative loan fund, started by Michelle and Matan Ben-Aviv, in honor of their son, to empower South Florida Jewish couples with fertility obstacles to pursue parenthood via In Vitro Fertilization.

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Generous Donors Expand the Making Miracle Babies Fertility Fund

Aug 30, 2016

Since 2014, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Hebrew Free Loan Association (HFLA) of South Florida have been working together to support the Making Miracle Babies Fertility Fund. Started by Michelle and Matan Ben-Aviv in honor of their son, the innovative loan fund empowers South Florida Jewish couples with fertility obstacles to pursue parenthood via In Vitro Fertilization.

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Yad Sarah Opens in Yerucham

Aug 24, 2016

Since 2007, your donations to the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign have helped Yerucham’s 10,000 residents on a daily basis. Most recently, through the Berlin Fund, Federation financed the build-out of a new Yad Sarah branch in Yerucham.

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JVC Teen Leadership Preps for Day of Service

Aug 24, 2016

The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC), Federation’s central clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities in Miami’s Jewish community, kicks off its teen volunteer program on Sunday, September 11. On the National Day of Service and Remembrance, young leaders will come together to plan volunteer programs for the year ahead, including JServe, the annual teen day of service that recruits more than 200 participants. The JVC offers opportunities year-round for volunteers of all ages to get involved. For more information, click here.

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Celebrate Shabbat with The Network

Aug 24, 2016

Enjoy a special evening hosted by The Network and community partners. Join Federation’s Under 40 connection, on Friday, September 9 for a Blue & White Community Shabbat Dinner at Temple Emanu-El. Schmooze with old friends and make new ones. Candle-lighting and services begin at 7 p.m. Prior to September 1, couvert is $36 (after which it is $45) and includes dinner, dessert and open wine bar. For more information, contact [email protected] or call 786.866.8446.

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Helping Mothers and Babies in Argentina

Aug 4, 2016

Did you know Argentina is home to Latin America’s largest Jewish population? As the country continues to struggle economically, many families are living below the poverty line, including pregnant women and those with young children.

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Aug 4, 2016

Thanks to the thousands of people who make donations to our Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation Campaign, we are able to fund more than 100 programs and agencies here at home, in Israel and worldwide.

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Attend JWorks Latest Job Search Workshop

Aug 4, 2016

Attention, job-seekers! JWorks Miami, a partnership between Federation and Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), invites you to attend its “Social Media and Your Job Search” workshop on Thursday, August 18, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The free event, held at Federation, will provide insight and ideas for your social media job search strategy.

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Election Season Support

Aug 4, 2016

Election season is in full swing, and with that, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) is ensuring our community is informed and engaged in the process.

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NYLC Builds Bikes for Local Children

Aug 4, 2016

Last week, nearly 200 members of the National Young Leadership Cabinet of The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) joined together in Aventura for their annual retreat.

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Grant Applications Now Open

Aug 4, 2016

In addition to the millions of dollars Federation funds to organizations locally and around the world, $100,000 in grants will be awarded to new or expanding programs at Jewish nonprofits eager to make a difference in Miami-Dade County.

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Unique Gift of Israel Savings Program Makes Travel More Affordable

Aug 4, 2016

A visit to Israel as a young adult not only offers memories that will last a lifetime, but also is a transformative and educational experience that strengthens Jewish identity. But for many families, such trips are unaffordable.

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Register Now for March of the Living

Aug 4, 2016

Registration for the Leo Martin March of the Living is now open. During the two-week trip to Poland and Israel, 100 students from Miami-Dade County join their peers from around the world, along with Holocaust survivors, to take a step back in time.

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Second Annual Communal Kever Avot

Aug 1, 2016

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Jewish Bereavement Support Groups

Aug 1, 2016

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PAC Fall Seminar Speaker Bios

Aug 1, 2016

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Federation Helps Argentine Jews

Jul 28, 2016

Since 2014, Argentina has faced an unemployment crisis, making it difficult for thousands to feed and provide homes for their families. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is delivering food to the country’s most economically depressed Jews through Mezonot, a program of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Federation's overseas partner.

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Jewish Volunteer Center Debuts New Website

Jul 28, 2016

Now it’s easier than ever to match your desire to volunteer with the needs of local organizations, thanks to the all-new website, iVolunteer.JewishMiami.org, of Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center.

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Building a Gojo

Jul 27, 2016

A Gojo is a traditional Ethiopian structure used for community gatherings, and now with the support of Federation, Ethiopian-Israeli residents of Pardes Channa-Karkur, Israel, will have a Gojo of their own.

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Federation Supports a Partnership with a Community of Ethiopian-Israeli Residents in Pardes Channa-Karkur for Over a Decade

Jul 27, 2016

For more than a decade, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has supported a partnership with a community of Ethiopian-Israeli residents in Pardes Channa-Karkur, an Israeli city between Tel Aviv and Haifa.

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Jul 26, 2016

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Local Teen Shares Enthusiasm for Dentistry With Others

Jul 20, 2016

Aspiring dentist Jessica Schlaen, 17, recently shared her passion for good oral health by distributing teeth-cleaning supplies and teaching the importance of proper brushing with children in Miami’s partnership city of Yerucham, Israel.

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Largest French Aliyah Flight Lands in Israel

Jul 20, 2016

More than 200 French Jews arrived in Israel Wednesday, July 20 aboard a special aliyah (immigration) flight organized by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s overseas partner, The Jewish Agency for Israel, along with the Ministry of Aliyah and Immigrant Absorption and Keren Hayesod-UIA.

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Federation Leaders Witness Firsthand Community Dollars at Work

Jul 20, 2016

“I was amazed to see the cutting-edge nature of our programs,” said Federation General Campaign Chair Jeffrey Scheck, who recently returned from The Jewish Federations of North America’s Campaign Chairs and Directors Mission to Paris and Israel.

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Maccabi Games Take Place at the Jewish Community Centers in Miami

Jul 14, 2016

With the Olympics only a few weeks away, international sports is on everyone’s minds, including those at the three Greater Miami Jewish Federation-funded Jewish community centers in Miami.

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Jews from 20 Countries Travel to Rural Hungary to Attend Camp Szarvas this Summer

Jul 14, 2016

This summer, 1,300 young Jews from 20 countries are traveling to rural Hungary to attend Camp Szarvas, an annual program that merges the fun of sleepaway camp with the celebration of Jewish peoplehood.

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The Making Miracle Babies Fund Provides Interest-Free Loans in Miami-Dade County

Jul 14, 2016

Miami’s own Michelle and Matan Ben-Aviv are featured this week in a Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA) story about a program they created in partnership with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Hebrew Free Loan Association (HFLA) of South Florida to lower the financial obstacles to accessing fertility treatments and having a child.

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Join The Network for Cocktails and a Briefing

Jul 14, 2016

Join The Network, Federation’s under 40 division, and AIPAC’s Miami Club on Thursday evening, July 21 for cocktails and a fascinating briefing on how the Jewish and African America communities are working together to advocate for Israel.

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Register Now for March of the Living

Jul 6, 2016

Registration has opened for the Leo Martin March of the Living (LMMOL), April 8-23, 2018, an impactful educational program for teens studying the Holocaust.

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Ministers of Knesset Visit Miami to Learn More About the American Jewish Community

Jun 23, 2016

Last month, a delegation of Ministers of Knesset visited Miami and other US cities to learn more about the American Jewish community. MK Nachman Shai wrote an editorial in the Jerusalem Post about his observations.

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The Claims Conference Helps Holocaust Survivors

Jun 23, 2016

The Claims Conference (Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany) has secured an additional $500 million above previously announced levels for 2016-2018.Helping the tens of thousands of Holocaust survivors in need around the globe is a critical priority of Jewish Federations across North America.

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Fostering a Safe and Secure Jewish Community in Miami

Jun 23, 2016

To help foster a safe and secure Jewish community environment in Miami-Dade County, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has hired a Community Security Director. Brenda Moxley is a retired Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Miami Division, FBI.

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Federation and Overseas Partners Provided Necessities to More than 8,000 Jews in the Ukraine

Jun 23, 2016

Federation and its overseas partners have provided more than 8,000 Jews in the Ukraine with food, medicine, medical care, clothing, housing subsidies, post-trauma care, and Jewish community connections since armed conflict erupted in the region over the past two years. Nearly 10,000 people in the region have died, and inflation and unemployment have skyrocketed, leaving those once independent now struggling to cope.

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Federation’s Investment Committee Chair Led the Inaugural Israel Investment Summit

Jun 23, 2016

In 2013, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation became the first Jewish community in the U.S. to invest directly in Israeli public equities as part of its endowment portfolio, and other communities have since followed Miami’s lead.

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Birthright Bus of Miamians and Israeli Soldiers Makes Its Way Through Israel

Jun 23, 2016

A full Birthright bus of Miamians and Israeli soldiers is making its way through Israel! So far the group has explored Tzfat, played soccer in Pardes Channa-Karkur, enjoyed Tel Aviv and even picked enough butternut squash with Project Leket, an initiative in southern Israel that promotes food rescue, to feed 600 people!

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The Federation-Funded American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) Provides Aid to Ecuador

Jun 23, 2016

On April 16, a horrific earthquake hit Ecuador killing hundreds and injuring thousands. The Federation-funded American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) was on the ground immediately working with partners and providing aid to those who needed it most.

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Register for the International Lion of Judah Conference (ILOJC)

Jun 23, 2016

Join more than 1,500 Jewish women philanthropists in Washington, D.C. this September for unforgettable days of learning, inspiration and friendship at the International Lion of Judah Conference (ILOJC).

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Federation Selected 2016-17 Officers and Board of Directors During Annual Meeting

Jun 23, 2016

Federation elected Amy N. Dean to serve as Chair of its Board of Directors, and Jeffrey Scheck to serve as Vice Chair and General Campaign Chair, effective July 1, 2016. Federation also selected a full slate of 2016-17 Officers and Board of Directors Members during its recent Annual Meeting, and honored outgoing Board Chair Robert G. Berrin.

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B’nai Mitzvahs, Boureka Baking and Bimbas

Jun 23, 2016

B’nai Mitzvahs, Boureka baking and Bimbas: participants on the 2016 Summer Family Mission encountered all three over the past week traveling through Israel. Mission participants met with members of the Y-Team, a championship robotics group from Yerucham, Federation’s partnership city in the Negev.

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Participants Enjoy a Variety of Experiences on the 2016 Summer Family Mission to Israel

Jun 23, 2016

B’nai Mitzvahs in Jerusalem, wine tasting in Kiryat Tivon, ATV rides, rafting down the Jordan River, dinner in a Bedouin tent, a traditional Ethiopian lunch and dance performance in Pardes Channa-Karkur, sunset burgers and beers in Tel Aviv, taking in history at Independence Hall, and a visit to the Yitzhak Rabin Center…participants on the 2016 Summer Family Mission to Israel experienced it all and then some on their 10 day journey through our spiritual homeland.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Statement on Elie Wiesel

Jun 23, 2016

The following statement was issued by Amy Dean, Chair of the Board, and Jacob Solomon, President and CEO of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation:

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Amy N. Dean, Jeffrey Scheck Elected to Lead Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Jun 22, 2016

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation elected Amy N. Dean to serve as Chair of its Board of Directors, and Jeffrey Scheck to serve as Vice Chair and General Campaign Chair, effective July 1, 2016.

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Volunteer This Hurricane Season

Jun 17, 2016

Hurricane season is here, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2016 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.

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Federation Expands List of Funded Organizations

Jun 15, 2016

Five local organizations have joined Federation’s family of partner agencies receiving funding from the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign for 2016-2017.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Statement Regarding Orlando Mass Killing

Jun 13, 2016

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we express our collective feelings of anguish and outrage at the horrific and hateful attack which took place in the overnight hours between Saturday night, June 11 and Sunday morning, June 12 in Orlando.

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JWorks Miami: Free Resources for Businesses

Jun 8, 2016

Attention, employers! Are you looking for qualified candidates to help grow your business? JWorks Miami is a community employment program provided through a partnership of Federation and Jewish Community Services of South Florida, and offered at no cost to local employers and Jewish job-seekers.

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Jewish Teen Life Thriving in Former Soviet Union

Jun 8, 2016

Despite the hardships of growing up in the war-torn areas of the former Soviet Union, teens in cities across the region are coming together to celebrate their Judaism. Federation’s overseas partner agency, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), has prioritized supporting Jewish teen life around the world.

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Applications for Jewish Overnight Camp Scholarships Now Being Accepted!

Jun 8, 2016

Many of us have the privilege of looking back fondly on our summers at Jewish overnight camp and all they provided: the friendships, the self-discovery, and often, the spark for our Jewish pride.

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A Great New Website for Volunteerism

Jun 8, 2016

Summer is a great time to do something good for others, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center has a brand-new website to help you get started!

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Learn the Importance of Physical and Spiritual Wellbeing With Mishkan Miami

Jun 8, 2016

Whether you are going through a difficult time or wish to provide comfort to someone who is, Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support ensures you are never alone. Mishkan Miami’s caring corps of Jewish chaplains, rabbis and volunteers work year-round with doctors to provide holistic spiritual, mental and physical care to those who are lonely or ill.

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Federation’s Cuba Mission Explores Surviving Cuban Jewish Community

Jun 8, 2016

Last week, 35 leaders from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation traveled to Cuba to experience the island’s Jewish community firsthand.

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A Statement From the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Following Terror Attack in Central Israel

Jun 8, 2016

On Wednesday, June 8, Israeli police reported a terrorist attack by at least two individuals using automatic weapons at the Sarona Market in Tel Aviv’s Commercial District. Four people were killed and at least six others were wounded before the gunmen were neutralized and arrested. An accomplice was later arrested, as well.

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Copy of A Statement From the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Following Terror Attack in Central Israel

Jun 8, 2016

As we prepare to celebrate Shavuot – commemorating the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people – it’s wonderful to know that your support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign is bringing other Jews closer to their heritage.

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Federation Funding Helps Local Kids Go to Camp

Jun 8, 2016

There will be lots of happy campers this summer, thanks to $122,000 in need-based Jewish overnight camp scholarships provided by Federation to 200 Miami-Dade children ages 8-17.

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Federation: A Security Update

Jun 8, 2016

In the past two weeks, there have been more than 50 bomb threats to Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) around the world, including one in London and two in South Florida.

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Federation Honors Community Leaders

Jun 3, 2016

Amy N. Dean was elected Board Chair of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jeffrey Scheck was elected General Campaign Chair this week at Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting. Robert G. Berrin was honored for his long-time service to Miami’s Jewish community as Board Chair and past Campaign Chair. Young Leadership awards were presented to Matthew L. Adler, Sara Bejar, Amir Gold, Arnaud Karsenti and Shoshanna Wagner. The Annual Meeting was chaired by Steven J. Brodie and Isaac K. Fisher. Dean and Scheck will assume their new roles on July 1. Pictured at left: Federation President and CEO Jacob Solomon, Amy N. Dean, Robert G. Berrin and Jeffrey Scheck.

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Maximize Your Giving Through Matching-Gifts Programs

Jun 3, 2016

Many community-minded companies match their employees’ donations to social-service organizations like the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. While most programs match contributions dollar for dollar, some will even double or triple the amount of the gift!

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Application Deadline Extended for Diller Teen Fellows

Jun 3, 2016

The Diller Teen Fellows, an international, immersive leadership program, is seeking Jewish teens entering 10th and 11th grades from Miami-Dade County to join its 2016-2017 cohort.

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Volunteer This Hurricane Season

Jun 3, 2016

Hurricane season is here, and Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking compassionate, helpful people to join the 2016 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) and assist our community in case of a disaster.

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Don’t Miss the Chance to Be Part of a Truly Meaningful Evening

May 26, 2016

There’s still time to register for Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting, Wednesday, June 1 at Jungle Island. Don’t miss the opportunity to thank our outgoing Board Chair Robert G. Berrin, welcome our Board Chair-Elect Amy N. Dean, honor five outstanding leaders and celebrate our community’s many achievements over the past year.

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A Memorial Day Message From JFNA President and CEO Jerry Silverman

May 26, 2016

In Israel, when the two-minute siren sounds at 11 am on Yom Hazikaron, the Jewish State's Memorial Day, the nation comes to a halt. As we saw just two weeks ago, cars on streets and highways pull over, and drivers and passengers get out of their vehicles to stand and observe a moment of silence. Shoppers halt in the aisles of stores. Workers stand next to their desks. Places of entertainment close for the day.

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Yerucham Has Been a Popular Destination for Miami-based Groups Traveling to Israel

May 26, 2016

In recent weeks, residents of the Negev desert community have been visited by participants from the Leo Martin March of the Living and the FIU Birthright Israel trip, and members of the senior class of Shaarei Bina-Torah Academy for Girls.

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Ministering to the Elderly Conference to Focus on “Aging: Envisioning a New Future”

May 26, 2016

The 21st Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference will consider the topic of “Aging: Envisioning a New Future” on Monday, June 6, 2016 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Miami Jewish Health Systems, 5200 Northeast Second Avenue, Miami.

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There’s Still Time to Register for Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting

May 20, 2016

There’s still time to register for Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting, Wednesday, June 1 at Jungle Island. Don’t miss the opportunity to thank our outgoing Board Chair Robert G. Berrin, welcome our Board Chair-Elect Amy N. Dean, honor five outstanding leaders and celebrate our community’s many achievements over the past year.

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Promote Your Business and Support Miami’s Jewish Community

May 20, 2016

If you’re looking for a great way to promote your business and support Miami’s Jewish community, Federation’s Proud Business Partners program makes it easy to do both.

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Discover a Remarkable Volunteer Opportunity to Give Educational Assistance to Children

May 20, 2016

Discover a remarkable and life-changing volunteer opportunity to give educational assistance to children working toward academic achievement. The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) and the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE) are looking for educators, retired educators and volunteers with an education background to join the Educator Volunteer Network this summer.

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Giving a Child a Trip to Israel Is Easier than You Might Think

May 20, 2016

Giving a child a trip to Israel is easier than you might think. The Gift of Israel Savings Program, created by Federation and participating synagogues, helps Miami-Dade County families start saving early for their child’s Israel experience while enjoying the benefit of matching-dollar grants from the community.

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Mazel Tov to Five Leaders Whose Commitment to Jewish Life Will Be Recognized at Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting

May 13, 2016

Mazel tov to five leaders whose commitment to Jewish life will be recognized at Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting on June 1. Join us as we present the Stanley C. Myers Presidents’ Leadership Award to Matthew L. Adler and Sara Bejar, the Sandra C. Goldstein Young Leadership Award to Arnaud Karsenti and Shoshanna Suzy Wagner, and the Robert Russell Fellowship Award to Amir Gold. Click here to RSVP.

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Apply Now to Receive Up to $5,000 in Grants from the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program

May 13, 2016

Attention, college students! Apply now to receive up to $5,000 in grants from the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program, administered by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Students must be enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college or university in Miami-Dade or Broward counties. Deadline is May 31, so click here for details and to get started.

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Miami High School Students Participate in the Leo Martin March of the Living (MOTL)

May 13, 2016

From bearing witness to the despair of the Holocaust in Poland to joyful celebrations of Independence Day in Israel... That is what 100 Miami high school students are experiencing as part of the Leo Martin March of the Living (MOTL).

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Our Federation Hosted a Delegation of Israeli Knesset Members Last Week

May 13, 2016

Our Federation hosted a delegation of Israeli Knesset members last week as part of its visit to select communities throughout the U.S. The goal was to increase their understanding of the organized American Jewish community, as well as the depth and breadth of Jewish communal life and the commitment of its members.

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Join Us at Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 1

May 6, 2016

Outgoing Board Chair Robert G. Berrin will be honored for his service at Federation’s 78th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 1. The community will gather together to also welcome and install Board Chair-Elect Amy N. Dean and to elect and install Federation’s Officers, Board of Directors, Trustees and Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations.

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The Value of Volunteers’ Time Hit a Record High in the United States in 2015

May 6, 2016

Last year, 10,000 hours of hands-on assistance was provided to community organizations from 2,500 volunteers through the Jewish Volunteer Center, equaling more than $230,000 in paid time. Help increase that number by volunteering with the Jewish Volunteer Center this month at North Dade Gives Back on Sunday, May 15 at Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus.

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Special Bonds Were Made During Diller Teen Fellows of Miami Mifgash Program

May 6, 2016

Special bonds were made between teens from Yerucham and Miami during the 10-day, Diller Teen Fellows of Miami Mifgash program. Yerucham teens were immersed in the local culture. Both the Israeli and American teens sharpened their leadership skills, learned about Jewish peoplehood and their Jewish identity. In July, the Miami group will visit Israel.

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Generations of People Joined Together at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach for Yom HaShoah

May 6, 2016

Generations of people joined together Sunday night at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, for its annual Yom HaShoah program. The more than 1,000 people in attendance honored Shoah survivors and remembered those who perished.

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Federation's 78th Annual Meeting to Honor and Elect Community Leaders

May 3, 2016

Hundreds of people will gather to recognize and thank exceptional individuals for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community – and elect and install new leadership – at Federation’s 76th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 28 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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Federation's 79th Annual Meeting to Honor and Elect Community Leaders

May 3, 2016

Hundreds of people will gather to recognize and thank exceptional individuals for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community – and elect and install new leadership – at Federation’s 79th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 7 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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Federation’s Mishkan Miami Is Here for You

May 1, 2016

Whether you are going through a difficult time in your life or wish to provide comfort to someone who is, Federation’s Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support is here for you. Mishkan Miami’s caring corps of Jewish chaplains, rabbis and trained volunteers work year-round to bring spiritual solace and joy to people who are lonely or ill. To learn more, call 786.866.8620 or email [email protected]. Click here to learn about the upcoming Ministering to the Elderly conference, sponsored by Mishkan Miami, Miami Jewish Health Systems and Jewish Community Services of South Florida.

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Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is Seeking Volunteers for the Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) Observance

Apr 22, 2016

Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center is seeking volunteers for the Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) Observance on Sunday, May 1 at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach. Help out by welcoming event guests, assisting Holocaust survivors or reading aloud the names of those who perished in the Holocaust. For details about volunteer opportunities, as well as more about the event, click here.

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Happy Passover

Apr 22, 2016

As you enjoy Passover, the Festival of Freedom, may you be reminded of the many blessings in life and the power of a strong Jewish community. Thanks to your support of the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, thousands of people from all over the world have made aliyah (immigration to Israel) and are celebrating this Passover in freedom in Israel. Click here to watch this special video celebrating new beginnings. Happy Passover!

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Federation Honors 2016 Volunteers of the Year

Apr 19, 2016

Mazel tov to our Jewish Volunteer Center’s 2016 Volunteers of the Year, Gary Simon and Felix Lichter, who were honored at this week’s Federation Board of Directors meeting.

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Help the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Assist Earthquake Victims in Ecuador

Apr 18, 2016

In response to the devastating April 16 earthquake in Ecuador, which has killed hundreds and injured thousands, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate support and relief to victims and their families. Click here to donate.

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Celebrating New Beginnings at Passover

Apr 15, 2016

This year, Jews from all over the world made aliyah in record numbers and will be enjoying their first Seder in Israel. Your support of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign brought them home to freedom.

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Join Our Community for a Very Special Yom HaShoah Observance: From Holocaust to Homeland

Apr 15, 2016

Join our community for a very special Yom HaShoah Observance: From Holocaust to Homeland on Sunday, May 1 at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach. The program will honor those who survived the Holocaust, remember the six million who perished, stand with the people of Israel, and recognize the Israel Defense Forces and U.S. military who serve and protect our Jewish homeland and our country every day.

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Nearly 60 People of Different Faiths Gathered Together at the Third Annual Advocacy Seder

Apr 15, 2016

Nearly 60 people of different faiths gathered together on Wednesday to decry the evils of modern-day slavery at the Third Annual Advocacy Seder presented by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Human Trafficking Task Force.

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Beit Issie Shapiro Ensures that Children with Severe Disabilities Can Participate in Family Seders

Apr 15, 2016

As Jews in Israel prepare to celebrate Passover, Federation overseas partner Beit Issie Shapiro is ensuring that children with severe disabilities can participate in family seders.

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Give Your Teen the Chance to Discover Israel Through the Alexander Muss High School in Israel

Apr 8, 2016

This summer, give your teen the chance to discover Israel through the Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI). A partner agency of Federation, AMHSI is an accredited international study abroad, college-prep program where the land of Israel becomes a living classroom.

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Four Jewish Leaders from Miami Participated in The Jewish Federations of North America’s First-Ever Mission to the United Nations

Apr 8, 2016

Four Jewish leaders from Miami joined their peers from 50 other communities last week in New York for The Jewish Federations of North America’s first-ever mission to the United Nations, chaired by Saby Behar, a Past President of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Advocacy Seder on April 13 to Decry Human Trafficking as Modern-Day Slavery

Apr 7, 2016

Two generations of local residents will decry the evils of modern-day slavery, as the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Human Trafficking Task Force – an initiative of Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council and its Women’s Philanthropy – present its Third Annual Advocacy Seder on Wednesday, April 13 from 4 to 6 p.m.

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North Dade Jewish Campus Leaders Talk Synergies

Apr 7, 2016

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Professionals and volunteers from the Michael-Ann Russell JCC on the Sanford L. Ziff Campus, Scheck Hillel Community School and Jacobson Sinai Academy met recently to discuss opportunities to grow and strengthen North Dade’s community of more than 70,000 Jews.

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Replenish Your Mind, Body and Soul Through “Yoga on the Beach”

Apr 6, 2016

Replenish your mind, body and soul through a “Yoga on the Beach” session inspired by Hebrew letters and presented by the Northeast Dade Area of Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy. Chaired by Karen Gampel and Ivette Woldenberg, the special event will take place on Tuesday, April 12 in Golden Beach, and feature guidance by a spiritual intelligence/Kabbalah coach and a yoga instructor. Click here for details and to RSVP.

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Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program

Apr 6, 2016

Attention, college and graduate students! Apply now to receive a needs-based scholarship of up to $5,000 from the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Students must be enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate and graduate degree program at a college or university in Miami-Dade or Broward counties. The deadline is May 31; click here for details and to get started.

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2016 Network Speaker Series, Start-Up Panel

Apr 5, 2016

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Secret Aliyah Operation Brings Home Final Group of Yemenite Jewish Immigrants to Israel

Apr 1, 2016

It sounds like a movie plot: An undercover operation to bring a group of 19 Jews to Israel from war-torn Yemen, kept under complete secrecy until their arrival at Ben-Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. But that's what happened earlier this week.

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David Yarus

Mar 31, 2016

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Federation Helps Ukrainian Jews Celebrate Purim

Mar 30, 2016

Imagine a battle-scarred city, nearly devoid of people, pockmarked by shrapnel and bullet holes and covered in layers of dirty slush and snow. Suddenly, a young member of the Jewish community emerges from a building in a costume and the sound of a frogger – the holiday of Purim’s traditional noisemaker – crackles, breaking the eerie silence.

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Sheila Duffy-Lehrman

Mar 29, 2016

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Beth Steinhorn

Mar 24, 2016

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Federation Five

Mar 22, 2016

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Unique Federation Programs Generate Acts of Kindness Without Measure

Mar 17, 2016

Working on behalf of our Jewish community, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation delivers deeds of loving kindness, simple acts of generosity that offer social justice for individuals in need.

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Marcia K. Cypen, Esq.
Recipient of the 2017 Community Service Award

Mar 13, 2016

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Join Us for the 2018 Kristallnacht Commemoration

Mar 13, 2016

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Honorable Stanley Marcus
Recipient of the 2017 Honorable Theodore “Ted” Klein Lifetime Achievement Award

Mar 13, 2016

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Speeches

Mar 13, 2016

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Applauds Florida Passage of Anti-BDS Bill

Mar 10, 2016

The Board of Directors of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) applaud the State of Florida for the passage of anti-BDS (boycott, divestment and sanctions) legislation to prohibit the investment of State funds in companies that boycott Israel.

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33rd Annual Judicial Reception to Recognize Accomplishments of Marcia Cypen, Esq. and Judge Stanley Marcus

Feb 27, 2016

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will honor the achievements of two respected members of the South Florida legal community – Legal Services of Greater Miami Executive Director Marcia K. Cypen, Esq. and the Honorable Stanley Marcus, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit – at its 33^rd Annual Judicial Reception.

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32nd Annual Judicial Reception to Recognize Accomplishments of Three South Florida Judges

Feb 27, 2016

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will honor the achievements of three respected South Florida judges – Judge Laurel M. Isicoff, Judge Michael A. Hanzman and Judge Bertila A. Soto – at its 32^nd Annual Judicial Reception.

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2016 Main Event Brings Community Together to Celebrate Israel

Feb 25, 2016

It was a night of pride for Miami’s Jewish community as more than 1,100 people gathered on Wednesday night, February 17 at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s 2016 Main Event.

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Photo Highlights of the Gathering of JCC Professionals From Miami and Yerucham

Feb 25, 2016

Working on behalf of our Jewish community, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation delivers deeds of loving kindness, simple acts of generosity that offer social justice for individuals in need.

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Meet Our Speaker

Feb 24, 2016

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Richard Fain

Feb 24, 2016

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David Lawrence, Jr.

Feb 24, 2016

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Ricardo Hausmann

Feb 24, 2016

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Conversations that Matter

Feb 24, 2016

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Suzi Weiss-Fischmann

Feb 24, 2016

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About Our Speaker

Feb 24, 2016

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Meet Our Speaker

Feb 24, 2016

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Joseph Telushkin

Feb 24, 2016

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Arden Karson

Feb 24, 2016

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Michael Higer

Feb 24, 2016

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Meet Our Speakers

Feb 24, 2016

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Chaim Katzman

Feb 24, 2016

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Today, our family in Venezuela needs our help!

Feb 24, 2016

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Avi Melamed

Feb 24, 2016

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The Power of Community

Feb 18, 2016

Do you believe in the power of community?

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Cocktails and Conversations: Speakers

Jan 29, 2016

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Gabriel Ben Tasgal

Jan 22, 2016

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Celebrate Community at the 2016 Main Event

Jan 17, 2016

On Wednesday, February 17, 2016, more than 1,000 people will come together for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2016 Main Event, an annual celebration of Miami’s Jewish community and its commitment to helping Jewish people in need in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Permanent Space to Be Created at the Kotel for Egalitarian Prayer

Jan 8, 2016

The Israeli Cabinet approved a historic plan on January 31, 2016 to create a permanent space for egalitarian prayer at the Kotel (Western Wall) in Jerusalem.

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New Greater Miami Jewish Federation Grants Serving Needs of Local Jewish Women and Girls

Jan 8, 2016

In its continuing effort to inspire and empower Jewish women, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has announced $50,000 in grants for new or expanded programs that aim to achieve social, economic, religious and political equality for Jewish women and girls in Miami.

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Educators and Rabbis Experience the Magic of “Shababa” and Its Power to Engage the Jewish Community

Jan 8, 2016

Driven by rhythmic drumbeats, joyous songs, personalized puppets and memorable learning opportunities, an imaginative new Jewish education program, known as Shababa has arrived in Miami, supported by a grant to the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE) by the Robert Russell Memorial Foundation.

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Hesed Unflinching: Saving Vulnerable Jews in the former Soviet Union

Jan 7, 2016

Here in Miami, if the mercury dips below 70 degrees, we rush to pull out our sweaters and scarves in anticipation of cooler temperatures. It’s an exciting, but short-lived time of the year. However, winter in the Former Soviet Union is not something to look forward to for those in need.

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Bob Diener

Dec 18, 2015

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Federation Incubator Grants Fund New and Creative Programs that Address Community Needs

Dec 10, 2015

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George Feldenkreis

Dec 10, 2015

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Ambassador Ron Prosor

Dec 10, 2015

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The Benefits of Year-End Giving

Dec 8, 2015

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Support Federation on #GivingTuesday!

Nov 23, 2015

This year, be part of the #GivingTuesday movement and make your meaningful gift to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign by visiting JewishMiami.org/givingtuesday.

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Katz Foundation Grants Fund Education Initiative at Five Miami Jewish Day Schools

Nov 23, 2015

Students at five Miami Jewish day schools are learning about robotics, recycling and Jewish values and are engaging in creative play, thanks to a new educational grant program honoring the memory and vision of beloved philanthropist and Jewish education advocate Eleanor M. Katz, z”l.

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2015-2016 Eleanor Meyerhoff Katz z”l Teacher Initiative Award Winners

Nov 23, 2015

Students at five Miami Jewish day schools are learning about robotics, recycling and Jewish values and are engaging in creative play, thanks to a new educational grant program honoring the memory and vision of beloved philanthropist and Jewish education advocate Eleanor M. Katz, z”l.

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A Statement on the Murder of Ezra Schwartz, z”l

Nov 20, 2015

With great sadness, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our Jewish Community Relations Council join with the Greater Boston community to mourn the loss of Ezra Schwartz, who was viciously murdered on Thursday, November 19, 2015 by a Palestinian terrorist.

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Miami Philanthropists Join Together at Pacesetter Event, December 17

Nov 19, 2015

Hundreds of Miami’s most committed philanthropists will join together on Thursday, December 17 to celebrate Jewish community and pledge their support for the most vulnerable at the Pacesetter Event.

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Join Miami's Inspiring, Empowering Community of Women at the 2016 Women's Event

Nov 19, 2015

Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host an exceptional program, recognizing Jewish women who are helping to care for those in need, fund vital programs and strengthen Jewish life in Miami, in Israel and in more than 70 other countries around the world.

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Nancy Spielberg

Nov 17, 2015

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GET INVOLVED

Nov 16, 2015

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Never Again Rally News Coverage

Nov 16, 2015

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2016 Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships Available for Miami-Dade Youth

Nov 6, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting applications for Summer 1016 Jewish overnight camp scholarships for children between the ages of 8 and 17. This is the 14th year Federation is offering need-based scholarships available to Miami-Dade County families to help make Jewish overnight summer camps more affordable.

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Linor Abargil

Nov 4, 2015

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Thank You for Your Support on Give Miami Day!

Nov 4, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation thanks you for your support of our vital work through donations made on Give Miami Day, an annual community-wide day of online giving organized by The Miami Foundation.

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Never Again: A Community Rally in Response to the Rise in Worldwide Anti-Semitism and the Campaign Against Israel’s Right to Exist

Nov 4, 2015

An estimated 3,000 members of our community joined in unity at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach on Sunday, November 15 in response to the alarming rise in global anti-Semitism, in support of Israel and in commemoration of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass.

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A Message from Federation President and CEO Jacob Solomon

Oct 23, 2015

A Greater Miami Jewish Federation delegation is currently traveling in Paris and Israel. The original purpose of the trip was to demonstrate solidarity with the Jewish community of France in response to the alarming increase in anti-Semitic incidents.

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David Gergen

Oct 15, 2015

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New “VolunTeams” Program Offers Opportunities for Hands-on Involvement in the Jewish Community

Oct 8, 2015

A new initiative of the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation seeks to improve the quality of life for local residents by creating “VolunTeams” that focus on different ages and geographic areas to best serve specific community needs.

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First-of-its-Kind App Brings Lessons of the Holocaust to Future Generations

Sep 30, 2015

A first-of-its-kind app is bringing history to small screens at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach through survivor testimony, historical video footage, timelines, interactive maps and archival photographs.

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Young Lion of Judah Program Offers Volunteer Opportunities for Bar/Bat Mitzvah Students

Sep 18, 2015

Jewish middle school students reaching Bar or Bat Mitzvah before August 2016 are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to the Jewish community by participating in Young Lion of Judah, a uniquely volunteer program presented by the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Miami Jewish Day Schools Pioneering Bold New Direction in Technology-Supported Education

Sep 13, 2015

Five Miami Jewish day schools have taken steps toward adopting a cutting-edge approach to Jewish education — known as “Blended Learning” — that combines traditional teaching instruction with technological tools to introduce highly personalized student experiences and new models for lifelong learning.

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Feeling All Over the Place this New Year?

Sep 10, 2015

We're not surprised. Because of your support of Federation, you have been anywhere and everywhere during these High Holidays! Thank you for your continuing support now and throughout the year. Please enjoy this video as you celebrate Rosh Hashanah.

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Be Anywhere and Everywhere, This Rosh Hashanah

Sep 8, 2015

Be Anywhere and Everywhere, This Rosh Hashanah

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The Network Speaker Series 2015

Aug 19, 2015

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Federation-Synagogue Partnership Welcomes High Holiday Worshippers

Aug 19, 2015

Since 1999, the High Holiday Welcome Program – a joint venture of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami and participating area synagogues – has enabled tens of thousands of worshippers to enjoy Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services at no cost to participants.

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Attorneys' Division CLE

Aug 7, 2015

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Holocaust Memorial Teachers' Institute Provides New Perspectives for Miami-Dade Educators

Aug 6, 2015

For Yosef Yativ, a teacher at Scheck Hillel Community School in North Miami Beach, the Annual Holocaust Memorial Teachers’ Institute at Yad Vashem was an “eye-opening experience” that provided new perspectives about teaching the lessons of the Shoah to today’s students.

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The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council Strongly Denounce this Week’s Acts of Extremism in Israel

Jul 31, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) are outraged by the heinous terror attacks committed in Israel this week. We condemn the murderous hate crimes perpetrated during the stabbing attack that injured six Israelis at the 14th annual Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance and in the firebombing in Duma, a Palestinian village in the West Bank, which killed an 18-month-old Palestinian baby and severely injured his parents and siblings.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council: A Nuclear Iran Is Everyone’s Concern

Jul 17, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council are deeply disappointed with the details of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on Iran’s Nuclear Program, signed on July 14, 2015. Regretfully, we have no choice but to oppose it and we urge others to join us.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Services Unveil JWorks Miami to Upgrade Employment Assistance Services

Jul 16, 2015

Job-seekers have a newly enhanced tool in their quest for employment with the introduction of JWorks Miami, a joint program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS).

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Summer of Service

Jul 15, 2015

Summer is a great time to do something good for the community. Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center, the central clearinghouse for volunteerism in Miami, has organized a list of opportunities for teen, college and adult volunteers. Community service hours are available for students, too!

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Teens and College Students, Join the JVC for a Summer of Service

Jul 14, 2015

Attention teens and college students! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to spend this summer, join the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and other teens from around Miami in Summer of Service.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation and JCRC Statement: Iran Nuclear Agreement Must Withstand Close Congressional Scrutiny and Robust Public Debate

Jul 13, 2015

In the wake of the July 14 announcement of an agreement on Iran’s nuclear program, Federation and its JCRC urge close Congressional review, robust and reasoned public debate, and a renewed commitment to work together in a bipartisan fashion toward the shared goal of eliminating the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation and JCRC Statement: U.S. Policy Must Prevent Nuclear Iran

Jul 2, 2015

With the June 30 deadline to reach an agreement regarding Iran’s nuclear program postponed, the issue continues to be of keen and immediate concern to our entire community and all people of good will.

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A Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage From the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Jun 26, 2015

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Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Statement on The United Nations Human Rights Council Independent Commission’s Inquiry on the 2014 Gaza Conflict

Jun 23, 2015

The United Nations Human Rights Council Independent Commission’s Inquiry on the 2014 Gaza Conflict, released Monday, does not go far enough in holding Hamas accountable for its acts of terrorism.

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New Federation Initiative Helps Young Latins Get Involved in North Dade Jewish Community

Jun 17, 2015

Over the past decade, North Dade has enjoyed several waves of immigration from different Latin American countries. In fact, the 2014 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Population Study found a 64 percent growth of Hispanic Jewish adults from 2004 to 2014.

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Mishkan Miami Offers Spirituality and Solace in Difficult Times

Jun 4, 2015

Individuals frequently find themselves in turmoil when confronting illness, death, divorce or other significant personal tragedies. Mishkan Miami: The Jewish Connection for Spiritual Support, a program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, provides a variety of resources, including compassionate counsel and companionship, to members of our Jewish community to build hope and resilience in the face of despair.

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Hurricane Season Is Here! Join the 2015 Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team

Jun 4, 2015

Hurricane season is here, and it’s time to prepare. For the ninth consecutive year, the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is organizing the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT), a database of volunteers who will be called upon to assist in the event of a hurricane or other emergencies in the community.

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D-Day Commemorative Event Sunday, June 7

May 27, 2015

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus will host “D-Day and the Road to Liberation,” a Holocaust remembrance program, on Sunday, June 7 at 1 p.m. at the synagogue, 20350 Northeast 26th Avenue in Aventura. The event is supported by the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Jewish Community Relations Council Statement on Vatican Treaty with “State of Palestine”

May 14, 2015

The JCRC recognizes the great strides made between the Jewish and Catholic communities over the past few decades while expressing concern that the Vatican’s formal recognition of a “State of the Palestine” will make the shared goal of Middle East peace even more elusive.

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Federation Collecting Funds for Victims of Nepal Earthquake

Apr 26, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an emergency relief fund to respond to the unfolding catastrophe in Nepal.

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Federation to Honor and Elect Community Leaders at 79th Annual Meeting

Apr 23, 2015

Hundreds of people will gather to elect and install new community leadership and to recognize exceptional individuals for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community at Federation’s 77th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 28 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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Jewish Volunteer Center Honors Three Outstanding Volunteers

Apr 23, 2015

Each year the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation honors an adult and a teen volunteer for their outstanding service to Miami’s Jewish community. This annual award recognizes and honors the efforts of people in the community who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others and improving the world through volunteerism.

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Federation’s 77th Annual Meeting to Honor and Elect Community Leaders

Apr 23, 2015

Hundreds of people will gather to elect and install new community leadership and to recognize exceptional individuals for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community at Federation’s 77th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 28 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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Keeping Passover Spirit Alive in Ukraine

Mar 23, 2015

Against the backdrop of a crippling humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s longtime overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), ensured that Passover continued uninterrupted for thousands of Jews at Hesed social welfare centers and Jewish community centers on both sides of the ceasefire line throughout Ukraine.

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Join Teens for an Epic Service Day of Play!

Mar 23, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation along with J-Serve, Jewish Volunteer Center and BBYO/Miami Region invites local teens to join their peers from all around the country for J-Serve, the National Day of Teen Service.

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Holocaust Remembrance Day Event to Commemorate 70th Anniversary of Concentration Camp Liberations and 25th Anniversary of Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Mar 19, 2015

Join hundreds of local residents during a solemn observance of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day) on Sunday, April 12, at 6:30 p.m.

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31st Annual Judicial Reception to Honor Three Legal Leaders

Mar 19, 2015

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will recognize the achievements of three exceptional legal professionals at its 31st Annual Judicial Reception on Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island. The Judicial Reception is a major networking and social event in the legal community, attracting hundreds of South Florida’s most prominent attorneys and judges each year.

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Generosity of Spirit Pervades Super Sunday/Good Deeds Day Event

Mar 16, 2015

A sense of collective purpose pervaded the Greater Miami Jewish Federation as more than 700 volunteers participated in Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day on March 15 with a shared commitment to caring for others. This year’s 10-hour phonathon drew more than $760,000 in pledges from more than 1,400 donors.

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A Fifth Question this Passover

Mar 11, 2015

A Fifth Question this Passover

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Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D.

Mar 11, 2015

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PAC Spring Seminar Speaker Bios

Mar 11, 2015

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Meet Our Speakers

Mar 11, 2015

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Miami Women See Federation-Funded Nonprofits at Work in Israel

Mar 10, 2015

Representatives from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Women’s Amutot Initiative Committee recently returned from a unique, seven-day Israel Study Trip that enabled them to see firsthand how Federation dollars are helping to improve the lives of women and children in Israel.

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Benji Lovitt

Mar 5, 2015

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Moishe House Has a New Home for Young Jewish Adults in Aventura

Mar 2, 2015

Moishe House International has opened a second home in Miami, aiming to connect the flourishing Jewish young adult population in North Dade. Thanks to the generous long-term support of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Emanuel J. Friedman Philanthropies, Moishe House Miami-Aventura will provide local, accessible programs for Jewish young adults and continue to serve as a vibrant center of Jewish life.

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Shimon Peres at the 2015 Main Event

Feb 25, 2015

Former Israeli President Shimon Peres speaks at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2015 Main Event. February 16, 2015. Miami, Florida.

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"I am Jewish" by Andrew Lustig at the 2015 Main Event

Feb 25, 2015

Spoken Word Poet Andrew Lustig performs his poem, "I am Jewish" at the 2015 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Main Event. February 16, 2015.

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Former Israeli President Shimon Peres Addresses 1,300 at Federation’s Main Event

Feb 16, 2015

Just months after retiring from a public service career that spanned 70 years, Shimon Peres – the only Israeli leader to have served as both Prime Minister and President – was honored by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation at the 2015 Main Event, with a sold-out crowd of more than 1,300 people in attendance at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Meet Our Speakers

Jan 21, 2015

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Super Sunday Volunteer Opportunities

Jan 20, 2015

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Two Great Ways to Make Sunday, March 15 SUPER

Jan 20, 2015

Join Miami’s Jewish community on Sunday, March 15 for Good Deeds Day and Super Sunday, a day filled with opportunities for people of all ages to volunteer and help others in need in locally and around the world. All activities will take place at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Stanley C. Myers Building, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami.

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Sponsoring Initiatives for the “Combating Human Trafficking in Hospitality” Event

Jan 20, 2015

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Holocaust Education Week, February 23-27, Showcases a Series of Thought-Provoking Presentations and Films

Jan 19, 2015

The legacy of the Holocaust will be considered from cultural, scholarly and personal perspectives through a series of enlightening film presentations, lectures and community discussions during Holocaust Education Week, February 23-27, at various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.

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Volunteer Your Time and Talent as a Docent at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach

Jan 17, 2015

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, is seeking dedicated volunteers who share a passion for Jewish education and who understand the importance of teaching the lessons of the Holocaust, to participate in an orientation program and become docents at the Memorial.

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Federation Grants Fund Creative Programs for Unique Populations

Jan 13, 2015

As part of its responsibilities to Miami’s complex, evolving Jewish community, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation supports a variety of emerging programs that answer new social-service and cultural needs.

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Don’t Miss The Main Event! A Night to Celebrate Community and Stand Together, Featuring President Shimon Peres

Jan 13, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is honored to welcome one of Israel’s founding fathers, President Shimon Peres, at its largest yearly community gathering, The Main Event. Join us on Monday, February 16 at 5:00 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard, for this rare opportunity to hear from one of Israel’s longest serving and most distinguished politicians. This year, The Main Event is being chaired by Tammy and Jorge Woldenberg.

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A Time for Unity with the Jews of France

Jan 12, 2015

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers our unwavering support for the French Jewish community and sends heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of terror.

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Dr. Samuel Edelman

Jan 12, 2015

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January Terror Attack in Tel Aviv Strikes Close to Home for Professional at Federation’s Overseas Partner Agency

Jan 10, 2015

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Joins Worldwide Jewish Community in Condemning Attacks, Expressing Support for the People of France

Jan 8, 2015

While the situation in Paris is fluid and events continue to unfold, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins with The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), Jews worldwide and all people of good will in strongly condemning this week’s terrorist attack, police shooting and hostage taking.

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JCRC Statement on Same-Sex Marriage Court Rulings

Jan 6, 2015

In response to yesterday's court rulings on legalizing same-sex marriage in the State of Florida, the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation released the following statement.

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Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Release of American Alan Gross from Cuba

Dec 16, 2014

The Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) applaud the release of Alan Gross and welcome him home after more than five years of imprisonment in Cuba.

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Basel, Bagels and MenorART

Dec 11, 2014

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Holocaust Memorial Invites Teachers to Participate in Subsidized Educational Seminar at Yad Vashem

Dec 11, 2014

In an effort to encourage innovative new approaches to teaching Holocaust studies, the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, has partnered with Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to those who perished in the Holocaust, to offer a subsidized 10-day teachers’ program in Jerusalem.

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Chanukah Toy Drive Brings Holiday Cheer to Hundreds of Jewish Children in Miami

Dec 11, 2014

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For Romanian Jews, a Roving Chanukah Caravan

Dec 11, 2014

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The Unforgettable Experience of Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Is More Widely Available Than Ever Before!

Dec 3, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting applications for Summer 1014 Jewish overnight camp scholarships for children between the ages of 8 and 17. This is the 12th year Federation is offering need-based scholarships available to Miami-Dade County families to help make Jewish overnight summer camps more affordable.

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Four Community Events You Won’t Want to Miss!

Nov 25, 2014

What do Israeli President Shimon Peres and entertainer Paula Abdul have in common? Both will be featured speakers at events presented by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation in the weeks and months ahead. Mark your calendar now and plan to join friends from across Miami at these upcoming community programs!

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Berlin Israel Mission Presents Powerful Impressions of Jewish People’s Past, Present and Future

Nov 25, 2014

Emotions ran high on the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s recent Berlin Israel Mission, as participants observed the Jewish people’s tragic past in Nazi Germany and its unusual resurrection in today’s German democracy, as well as the Israeli people recovering from war.

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Onward Israel Miami Program to Give College Students a Unique Way to Experience Israel While Building Their Resumes

Nov 24, 2014

Twenty Miami college students will be traveling to Israel this summer to strengthen their personal and professional resumes through a specially designed overseas experience in Israel, thanks to a new opportunity created in collaboration between the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Onward Israel initiative.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Har Nof Synagogue Attack

Nov 18, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins the worldwide Jewish community and the State of Israel in expressing its outrage and grief at this morning’s barbaric terror attack at Har Nof Synagogue in Jerusalem, which resulted in the murder of three dual US-Israeli nationals and one British-Israeli citizen.

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About Our Speaker, Ianna Raim

Nov 10, 2014

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Hundreds to Give Back This Holiday Season for Sixth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Nov 6, 2014

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Sixth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Nov 6, 2014

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Paula Abdul

Nov 6, 2014

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Former Israeli Ambassador to Headline Pacesetter Event Thursday, December 11

Nov 6, 2014

On Thursday, December 11, hundreds of Miami’s most committed philanthropists will gather at the Hilton Miami Downtown to celebrate Jewish community and pledge their support for the most vulnerable at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s annual Pacesetter Event.

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Health Symposium Speakers

Oct 31, 2014

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About Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

Oct 29, 2014

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Spice Up Your Winter with the Ben-Gurion Society!

Oct 29, 2014

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JCRC Launches Program to Encourage Interfaith Dialogue on Israel

Oct 28, 2014

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach to Commemorate 76th Anniversary of Kristallnacht with Community Ceremony

Oct 27, 2014

Holocaust survivors will join hundreds of local residents to commemorate one of the most tragic events in modern Jewish history, as the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, observes the 76th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, on Sunday, November 9, at 6 p.m.

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Federation to Share Jewish Population Study Results at Three Community Meetings

Oct 13, 2014

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2014 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Population Study
In the Media

Oct 13, 2014

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Releases New Study on Miami Jewish Population

Oct 13, 2014

The population of the Miami Jewish community has increased by 9 percent during the past decade, reversing about 30 years of decline, according to the 2014 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Population Study: A Portrait of the Miami Jewish Community released by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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2014 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Population Study
Methodology

Oct 13, 2014

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2014 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Population Study
Research Team

Oct 13, 2014

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Danielle Oristian York

Oct 7, 2014

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This New Year, Deepen Your Involvement in Your Jewish Community

Sep 21, 2014

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Federation’s Overseas Partners Care for Ukraine Jewish Community in Crisis

Sep 21, 2014

Over the summer, while all eyes were on Israel, the people of Ukraine continued to suffer through serious political instability.

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Marking the 42nd Anniversary of the Massacre of 11 Israeli Athletes at the Munich Olympics

Sep 5, 2014

As the scourge of terrorism and the resurgence of anti-Semitism once again threaten the citizenry of Israel and Jewish people worldwide, we sadly recall September 5, 1972.

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PAC Speakers

Sep 3, 2014

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Statement of Condolence on the Murder of Journalist Steven Sotloff

Sep 2, 2014

On behalf of the Board of Directors, Officers and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of Steven Sotloff, the second American brutally murdered by ISIS, the Islamic State.

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Small-Town Israeli Students Achieve Big Successes Through Robotics

Aug 25, 2014

When Miami and Yerucham – a town in Israel’s Negev Desert – formed a partnership in 2007, one of the goals was for people of all ages to share information, ideas and experiences that would enrich the lives of residents of each community.

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Despite Ceasefire in Israel, Needs Continue

Aug 25, 2014

Israeli students and teachers are expected to return to their classrooms for the start of the new school year this Monday, September 1, following a tense and traumatic summer of Hamas rocket attacks and Red Alert sirens.

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First-Ever “Legendary Event” for Those Under 40 to Feature Matisyahu

Aug 25, 2014

On Saturday, September 13, 2014, for the first time ever, The Network of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host the hottest event of the year for Jewish young professionals – The Legendary Event, a night of philanthropy featuring a DJ set with hit recording artist Matisyahu.

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Rabbi Alan Litwak Elected President of the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM)

Aug 18, 2014

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The March of the Living Expands Its Message to Address a New Generation

Aug 15, 2014

More than a quarter century after the founding of the March of the Living, an innovative Holocaust education program for high school students, its organizers are re-examining the iconic journey to Poland and Israel and adapting new ways to make it relevant for a new generation of young Jews.

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When the Rockets Stop: Recovery Programs Under Way

Aug 15, 2014

While there is a temporary ceasefire in place, thousands of Israeli citizens continue to be traumatized by Red Alert sirens, the discovery of an extensive labyrinth of underground Hamas tunnels – many under Israeli communities – and the physical damage to homes, schools and businesses.

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Miami’s Partnership Communities Touched by the Crisis and Helped by You

Aug 15, 2014

This summer, many Israelis experienced the terror of rocket attacks for the very first time as a result of Hamas’ ability to fire rockets deeper into Israel from Gaza. Even Yerucham, Miami’s partnership city in the Negev Desert, was not immune; several Red Alert sirens sounded there, sending residents scrambling to the community’s few usable shelters.

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South Florida Jewish Community Joins Together to Ensure Safety and Security

Aug 13, 2014

Against a backdrop of geopolitical unrest, a war in Israel and rising anti-Semitism in Europe, our own Miami-Dade Jewish community has recently been alarmed by a series of criminal attacks, including the horrific murder of Rabbi Joseph Raksin this past weekend.

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Thousands of Miamians Rally Together in Support of Israel

Aug 8, 2014

More than 3,500 Miamians of all faiths and backgrounds came together to demonstrate their support for Israel in its battle against Hamas terrorists during a Community Solidarity Rally, dubbed “Miami Unites for Israel,” on Thursday, July 31 at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach.

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Gilberts Share Israel Solidarity Mission Experience

Aug 8, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s founding President, Stanley C. Myers, z”l, was a passionate advocate for Israel, and last week, his grandson and great-grandson demonstrated their support as well, by participating in a Solidarity Mission organized by The Jewish Federations of North America.

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Israel Emergency Fund Provides Comfort to Children in Rocket Danger Zones and More

Aug 8, 2014

Imagine you are a 13-year-old, born and raised in Sderot, an Israeli community located less than a mile from Gaza. You’ve spent your entire life running to bomb shelters and away from terrorist rocket fire. You jump at the sound of a dropped object or a closing door – and you are not alone; an estimated 94 percent of Sderot children show symptoms of post-traumatic stress.

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Miami Community Rallys in Solidarity with Israel

Aug 4, 2014

Thousands of Miamians of all faiths and backgrounds came together to demonstrate their support for Israel in its battle against Hamas terrorists during a Community Solidarity Rally, dubbed “Miami Unites for Israel,” on Thursday, July 31.

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Raul Martinez, Jr.

Jul 31, 2014

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Israel Emergency Fund Helping Israelis in Need

Jul 29, 2014

As terrorist rockets rain down on Israel – putting more than 6 million citizens in harm’s way and damaging and destroying homes, schools and businesses – a group of Jewish leaders from Miami is also there, experiencing the tense situation firsthand.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Condemns Miami-Area Anti-Semitic, Anti-Israel Actions

Jul 28, 2014

On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, we express our shock and outrage at the anti-Semitic acts that took place in Miami-Dade County over the past several days.

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Miami Jewish Leaders in Israel as Federation Reopens Israel Emergency Fund

Jul 11, 2014

As terrorist rockets rain down on Israel – putting more than 6 million citizens in harm’s way and damaging and destroying homes, schools and businesses – a group of Jewish leaders from Miami is also there, experiencing the tense situation firsthand.

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A Statement on Operation Protective Edge

Jul 8, 2014

As you may or may not know by now, the situation in Israel has escalated to the point where the Israel Defense Forces launched Operation Protective Edge on Monday, July 7 with some 1,500 IDF reservists called up for active duty, with a further draft of some 40,000 approved. In the last 24 hours, sirens have sounded throughout Israel, including in Tel Aviv, Herzliya, Ra’anana and Jerusalem.

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Jewish Federations of North America Statement on Murder Arrests

Jul 7, 2014

The Jewish Federations of North America condemn the brutal murder of 16-year-old Palestinian, Mohammed Abu Khdeir, and is appalled by the heinous nature of this crime. We commend the Israeli Police for the swift arrests, and have full confidence that the Israeli justice system will ensure that those responsible will be punished to the full extent of the law.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Announces 2014-2015 Officers

Jun 30, 2014

Robert G. Berrin has been elected Chair of the Board of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, and Amy N. Dean is Federation’s new General Campaign Chair, effective July 1, 2014.

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Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Murder of Three Israeli Teens

Jun 30, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins the worldwide Jewish community, the State of Israel and all people of goodwill throughout the world in expressing our collective grief and outrage at the news of the killing of the three Israeli teens kidnapped 18 days ago.

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Praying for the Safe Return of Kidnapped Students in Israel

Jun 15, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, our Jewish Community Relations Council and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami extend our heartfelt prayers on behalf of the families of 16-year-old Naftali Frenkel, 16-year-old Gilad Sha’ar and 19-year-old Eyal Yifrah, in hope for the speedy and safe return of their children, who have been kidnapped by Hamas.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Investing in Businesses in Israel's Negev Region

Jun 7, 2014

At 4,700 square miles, the Negev Desert covers nearly 60 percent of Israel’s territory, yet is home to just eight percent of its population. Communities in this southern region have consistently lacked sufficient resources for residents, resulting in an ongoing exodus to amenities-rich, highly populated cities.

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Download Publications and Brochures

May 29, 2014

On this page you will find links to download materials distributed by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. To view the brochures online, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Viewer installed.

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Discover Israel and Volunteer in the Negev!

May 29, 2014

Discover the Negev Desert and its geological, cultural and historical treasures! Join other Jewish professionals and volunteers in Yerucham, the Federation's partnership community in Israel's Negev region.

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Federation’s Youth Ambassadors Learn About Israel Advocacy, Holocaust Education on Spring Mini-Mission

May 28, 2014

Just before school let out and summer vacations began, 24 of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Youth Ambassadors gathered together for their spring “mini-mission,” where they learned about the work of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its partner agencies.

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May’s Jewish American Heritage Month Celebrates Tikkun Olam and JDC’s 100th Anniversary

May 1, 2014

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Federation Agency Bringing Imperiled Ukrainian Jews to Israel

May 1, 2014

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19th Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference to Address ”Ethical Decision-Making“

May 1, 2014

The 19th Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference will analyze issues and concerns surrounding “Society, Aging and Our Responsibility: Ethical Decision-Making” on Wednesday, May 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Temple Israel of Greater Miami, 137 Northeast 19 Street, Miami.

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Headlines Like These Can't Be Ignored

May 1, 2014

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Innovative Grants Touch Jewish Lives in New Ways

May 1, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation works every day with our partner agencies to care for the vulnerable and provide for other needs in our Jewish community in Miami, in Israel and worldwide.

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Headlines You Can't Ignore

May 1, 2014

THESE ARE TODAY’S HEADLINES. News reports are filled with concern over the increase in anti-Semitism in Ukraine, Europe, South America, the Middle East and even in the United States with the recent attack on the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City.

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An Important Message from the
Greater Miami Jewish Federation:
AT TIMES LIKE THESE, JEWS STAND TOGETHER.

Apr 28, 2014

News reports and social media are filled with concern over the increase in anti-Semitism in Ukraine, Europe, South America, the Middle East and even in the United States with the recent attack on the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City.

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A Statement From the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Regarding Anti-Semitic Flyers in Ukraine

Apr 17, 2014

As has been widely reported in the media, flyers have been distributed in Donetsk, Ukraine, requiring Jews to “register with the Nationalities Commissioner and pay $50 or lose their citizenship and face deportation.”

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About Our Speaker, Luis Fleischman, Ph.D.

Apr 17, 2014

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About Our Speaker, Raul Martinez, Jr.

Apr 17, 2014

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Condemns Kansas City Shootings and Mourns Loss of Life

Apr 13, 2014

The Board of Directors and Staff of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation offer our deepest condolences and support to the families of those senselessly murdered and injured on the afternoon of Sunday, April 13, 2014 outside the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City and Village Shalom..

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Noam Schalit

Apr 7, 2014

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Join Federation for the National Young Leadership "Summer of Soul" Trip to Israel

Apr 7, 2014

This summer, hundreds of young professionals from across North America, including a contingent from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, will attend the National Young Leadership “Summer of Soul” Summer Trip to Israel with The Jewish Federations of North America.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Human Trafficking Seder Decries Modern-Day Slavery

Apr 7, 2014

More than 50 representatives from non-profit and law enforcement organizations gathered at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Thursday, April 3 to take part in an Advocacy Seder convened by the Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking; a joint task force of the Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council and Women’s Philanthropy.

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Holocaust Remembrance Day Event to Feature Eyewitness to Nuremberg Trials in Germany

Apr 3, 2014

Hundreds of South Floridians will gather at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach on Sunday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust in observance of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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Federation's 76th Annual Meeting to Honor and Elect Community Leaders

Apr 3, 2014

Hundreds of people will gather to recognize and thank exceptional individuals for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community – and elect and install new leadership – at Federation’s 76th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 28 at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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A Journey into the Holocaust

Mar 31, 2014

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Your Campaign Dollars at Work: Bringing Relief in Times of Crisis

Mar 25, 2014

While the rest of the world waits for a resolution to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, people living in the region are struggling with daily challenges – and getting the assistance they need through the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign. One such recipient is 14-year-old Marianna Tikich of southeastern Ukraine.

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This Passover, Turn Hardship into Hope

Mar 24, 2014

For one week, we go without bread. Every day, many go hungry. At the seder table, we recline. Many have no bed. We taste bitter herbs. Others face grim hardship. Change hardship into hope today. Give now at JewishMiami.org/passover.

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Together WE do Extraordinary Things

Mar 24, 2014

Your gift supports the important work of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our partner organizations. Give now at JewishMiami.org.

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Local Young Professional Shares National TribeFest Experience

Mar 24, 2014

TribeFest, the largest Jewish young adult gathering organized by The Jewish Federations of North America‘s National Young Leadership, was held in New Orleans March 16-18. Jacqueline Berenson, who serves as the Chair of Missions and Conferences for The Network, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s under 40 connection, attended TribeFest and shared her unique experience.

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Help Honor an Outstanding Community Volunteer

Mar 24, 2014

Do you know someone in Miami’s Jewish community who makes a difference in the lives of others through volunteerism? The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation wants your help in recognizing an exceptional adult or teen with its 2014 Outstanding Volunteer Award.

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Federation Receives Commendation from City of Miami

Mar 21, 2014

In recognition of the Miami Jewish community’s long-time commitment to equal treatment for all Americans, Carol Brick-Turin, Director of Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council, accepted a Commendation from the City of Miami at the conclusion of Black History Month 2014.

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Dr. William Recant

Mar 20, 2014

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Teen Volunteers Needed for Mitzvah Miami’s J-Serve 2014

Mar 18, 2014

Mitzvah Miami, the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s volunteer program for Jewish youth, invites teenagers from across Miami-Dade County to bring smiles to families living at the Chapman Partnership for the Homeless on Sunday, April 13. The event is being coordinated by the JVC in partnership with J-Serve, an international day of service for Jewish teens.

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Community Makes Super Sunday
a Super Good Deeds Day

Mar 9, 2014

Nearly 1,000 volunteers converged on Federation headquarters on Sunday, March 9 to raise vital funds for the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign and join in hands-on mitzvah projects as part of Super Sunday and Good Deeds Day.

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Federation Support Aiding Jewish Community of Ukraine

Feb 25, 2014

As political unrest in Ukraine has escalated in recent weeks, many people have been killed or injured. The turmoil has caused food shortages, the suspension of public transportation, and growing fear, especially among the elderly. But the most vulnerable Jewish residents are receiving the critical support they need, through the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Professional Seminar to Review Estate and
Tax Strategies for Non-Traditional Families

Feb 25, 2014

The Professional Advisors Council (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Temple Israel of Greater Miami will present a seminar on Estate and Tax Planning for Non-Traditional Families on Tuesday, March 4, beginning at noon at Temple Israel, 137 Northeast 19th Street, Miami.

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Three Legal Leaders to Be Honored at 30th Anniversary Judicial Reception

Feb 21, 2014

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will recognize the achievements of three legal luminaries -- Judge Scott M. Bernstein, Florida Supreme Court Justice R. Fred Lewis and attorney Aaron S. Podhurst -- at its 30th Anniversary Judicial Reception on Thursday, April 3, at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.

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Elizabeth Schwartz, Esq.

Feb 12, 2014

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Mark Scott, J.D., LL.M.

Feb 12, 2014

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation  Jewish Community Relations Council  on Kehillat Ra’anana in Israel

Feb 4, 2014

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation sends a heartfelt message of support to the members of Kehillat Ra’anana in Israel following the unconscionable and hateful vandalism of their synagogue last week, which referenced rulings by Maimonides regarding non-believers.

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Taglit-Birthright Israel Expands Eligibility

Jan 30, 2014

Just after the New Year, more than 40 young adults returned to Miami from Israel, having spent 10 days on a life-changing Taglit-Birthright Israel trip through funding from the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign. Now, even more young Jews will have the opportunity to experience our spiritual homeland for free as adults after the organization expanded its program eligibility.

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Keshet Leadership Summit - Facilitators

Jan 21, 2014

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Sunday, March 9: A SUPER Day for Giving of All Kinds

Jan 20, 2014

Super Sunday, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s largest annual community-wide fundraising phonathon, has traditionally been a day of giving, as volunteer callers reach out to members of Miami’s Jewish community to ask for support of the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Join Us to Honor Maxine and Kenneth Schwartz at
The Main Event, February 20

Jan 13, 2014

On Thursday, February 20, more than 1,200 people will pay tribute to Maxine and Kenny Schwartz for their more than 40 years of service to Miami’s Jewish community at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Main Event, chaired by Michelle and Bob Diener.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Mourns the Loss of Former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon

Jan 11, 2014

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation mourns the loss of former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. Mr. Sharon passed away on the Jewish Sabbath on January 11, 2014.

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Shir Mnuchin

Jan 10, 2014

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Dr. Lee Hausner, Ph.D.

Jan 7, 2014

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Miami-Dade Synagogues to Participate in National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on Saturday, January 11

Jan 2, 2014

More than a dozen Miami-Dade synagogues will take part in National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, facilitated by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking.

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Jewish Volunteer Center Seeking Volunteers for a Day of Civic Pride in Honor of MLK Day of Service

Dec 30, 2013

Volunteer for a day of community service and civic pride honoring the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as the Jewish Volunteer Service (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation participates in the 2014 MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 20.

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Federation Applauds Florida International University and University of Miami Opposition to ASA Academic Boycott of Israel

Dec 27, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council are greatly concerned that while assaults on Israel’s legitimacy were once held to the extreme margins of society, they are now seeping into mainstream discourse in academia.

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Maxine and Kenneth Schwartz

Dec 18, 2013

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Madeleine K. Albright, Secretary of State (1997-2001)

Dec 18, 2013

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Federation Grants Improve Lives of Israeli Women and Girls

Dec 11, 2013

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Meet Our Speakers

Dec 11, 2013

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Russell James, J.D., Ph.D., CFP®

Dec 11, 2013

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Holocaust Education Week Spotlights Jews of Shanghai and Refugees from Nazi Persecution

Dec 11, 2013

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Matthew Levitt

Dec 11, 2013

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Helping French Jews in a Time of Crisis

Dec 11, 2013

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Meet Our Speakers

Dec 11, 2013

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The Reverend Dr. DeeDee M. Coleman

Dec 11, 2013

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Federation-Commissioned 2014 Miami Jewish Population Study to Assess Community Needs

Dec 11, 2013

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Dr. Weiss

Dec 11, 2013

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Meet Our Speakers

Dec 11, 2013

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Federation Volunteers Giving Time to South Florida Causes During Holiday Season

Dec 4, 2013

Hundreds of volunteers will make the 2013 holiday season more meaningful by giving their time and energies to serving others in the community through the Fifth Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) “Season of Doing” program.

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Call for 2014 Judicial Reception Award Nominations

Dec 4, 2013

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting nominations for three outstanding legal professionals to be honored at the 30th Anniversary Judicial Reception on April 3, 2014.

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Dr. Michael Berenbaum

Dec 3, 2013

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Michael B. Oren

Dec 3, 2013

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Noam Gilboord

Dec 3, 2013

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2014 Jewish Overnight Summer Camp Scholarships Available for Miami-Dade Youth

Dec 3, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting applications for Summer 1014 Jewish overnight camp scholarships for children between the ages of 8 and 17. This is the 12th year Federation is offering need-based scholarships available to Miami-Dade County families to help make Jewish overnight summer camps more affordable.

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Celebrating Community at the 2014 Pacesetter Event

Nov 26, 2013

On Thursday, December 19, hundreds of Miami’s most committed philanthropists will gather at the Hilton Miami Downtown to celebrate Jewish community and pledge their support for the most vulnerable at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s annual Pacesetter Event.

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PHOTOS: Memories of Mission Mosaic

Nov 12, 2013

As participants on the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s latest mission to Israel get back on Miami time and used to the fact that there won’t be a falafel stand around the corner, we would like to reminisce on their behalf and bring you a few memories from this most incredible Mission Mosaic.

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The Foundation Reaches Milestone Golden Anniversary of Creating Lasting Legacies and Caring for Miami’s Jewish Future

Nov 12, 2013

Jewish tradition teaches us to make the world a better place for future generations. With this in mind, a group of Jewish philanthropists created The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation almost 50 years ago, to build lasting legacies for the vibrancy and continuity of Jewish life in Miami and beyond.

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Federation Collecting Donations to Help Victims
of Super Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines

Nov 12, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining with The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) as part of the international response to help the victims of the devastating Super Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines.

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Join Federation and Your Family for 2014: An Israel Odyssey

Oct 29, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation invites families from all over Miami-Dade County to take part in 2014: An Israel Odyssey, an exciting summer family mission across Israel June 8 through 18, 2014.

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Commemorating 75th Anniversary of Kristallnacht with Community Ceremony on November 10

Oct 26, 2013

Hundreds of local residents will gather to commemorate one of the most tragic days in modern Jewish history, as the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, observes the 75th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, on Sunday, November 10, at 6 p.m.

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Erica Brown

Oct 21, 2013

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Erica Brown

Oct 21, 2013

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Erica Brown

Oct 21, 2013

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Fran Drescher

Oct 21, 2013

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Vicki Agron

Oct 21, 2013

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Donor Advised Funds Simplify Giving

Oct 12, 2013

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The Main Event 2014: A Night to Celebrate Community

Oct 12, 2013

On Thursday, February 20, 2014, more than 1,000 people will come together for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2014 Main Event, an annual celebration of Miami’s Jewish community and its commitment to helping Jewish people in need in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Federation to Host 2013 Pacesetter Event

Oct 12, 2013

Political and social analyst David Brooks will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Pacesetter Event, taking place Wednesday, December 12 in the Sparkle Ballroom at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Hundreds of people will gather for the event to support vital social services in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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The Honorable Ehud Barak, Former Prime Minister of Israel

Oct 9, 2013

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The Miami-Yerucham Partnership Celebrates Seven-Year Milestone and Paves Way for Future

Oct 7, 2013

In 2007, a partnership was established between the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the town of Yerucham, Israel. Fast forward nearly seven years later, and this partnership has continued to successfully build meaningful relationships that strengthen both Yerucham and Miami’s Jewish community.

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Support Federation on Give Miami Day and Get Extra Funds for Jewish Needs

Oct 3, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation invites you to support our vital work by making a donation designated for Federation on Wednesday, November 20 on GiveMiamiDay.org. Taking place for the second year, Give Miami Day is a community-wide day of online giving organized by The Miami Foundation.

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Support Federation on Give Miami Day

Oct 3, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation invites you to support our vital work by making a donation designated for Federation on Thursday, November 20 on GiveMiamiDay.org, an annual community-wide day of online giving organized by The Miami Foundation.

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Historic Era of Organized Ethiopia-Israel Aliyah Concludes with Final Jewish Agency Flight

Sep 26, 2013

The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), a long-time overseas partner of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, completed one of its most remarkable immigration and absorption projects on August 28, 2013 when it flew its last flight carrying 450 Ethiopians to Israel as part of Operation Dove’s Wings.

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Launches Newly Designed, Interactive Website

Sep 25, 2013

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, a Committee of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, recently redesigned and launched its website, HolocaustMemorialMiamiBeach.org to tell the story of the awesome structure that sits along Meridian Avenue and Dade Boulevard as a tribute to the six million Jews that were murdered by the Nazis to the world.

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The Network: Connecting Miami's Young Professionals to the Community and Beyond

Sep 25, 2013

On a hot Friday night this past June, more than 100 young Jewish professionals gathered for a Kabbalat Shabbat Service and dinner at Temple Emanu-El in Miami Beach, followed by drinks and socializing at a nearby South Beach club. The evening, called “Shabbat and the City,” was the latest in a long history of successful events presented by The Network.

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Give Your Child the Gift of Israel Without Breaking the Bank

Sep 25, 2013

A visit to Israel is a key stepping stone along the journey of Jewish identity-building, commitment and connection for youngsters. But for many families, a trip to Israel may seem financially beyond reach. That is why the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and participating synagogues established the Gift of Israel Savings Program, formerly known as Passport to Israel, in 1993.

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Help Flood Victims in Louisiana

Sep 17, 2013

Relentless flooding has devastated southern Louisiana, now a federal disaster area. Following severe storms, rising waters have killed at least seven, destroyed countless homes and forced tens of thousands to flee for their lives – including staff from the local Jewish Federation and many from the local Jewish community.

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Bentata Family’s Visit Makes a Difference in Yerucham

Sep 17, 2013

Leonardo Bentata and 15 family members celebrated his Bar Mitzvah in Israel with an act of chesed (loving kindness) that will have a positive impact on the lives of residents of Yerucham, Miami’s partnership city in the Negev.

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Learn How to Combat BDS at PAC’s Upcoming Seminar

Sep 17, 2013

As the campaign to boycott, divest and sanction (BDS) Israel continues, The Foundation’s Professional Advisors Council (PAC) will present an important fall seminar, Combating BDS: Changing the Conversation and Investing in Israel, on Wednesday, September 21.

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Federation Collecting Donations to Help Victims of Colorado Flooding

Sep 17, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining with The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) as part of the non-sectarian national Jewish response to help the victims of unprecedented flooding across Colorado.

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Refuat Ha-Nefesh Program Trains Volunteers to Bring Comfort to the Sick and Lonely

Sep 16, 2013

The Jewish Chaplaincy Program and Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation are seeking participants for the Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program, a remarkable and life-changing opportunity to bring comfort, spiritual solace and joy to people in need.

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Students Get Back to School With the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Sep 16, 2013

Children and teens are back in school and the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign continues to support formal Jewish educational opportunities from early childhood through high school across Miami-Dade County.

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About Our Speaker: Jeannie Opdyke Smith

Sep 12, 2013

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Federation, Israel Bonds Present "A Conversation with David Tepper"

Sep 10, 2013

Israel Bonds, The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Professional Advisors Council (PAC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation of will host its 2013 Fall Seminar on Monday, October 7.

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Federation Mission Mosaic Nearly Sold Out

Aug 28, 2013

If you have been thinking about joining Mission Mosaic, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation mission to Israel taking place November 3-10, 2013, now is the time to make your reservation. Just a few spaces remain for the unique travel experience, which enables participants to see the Israel that most appeals to them by selecting an itinerary geared toward specific areas of interest.

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Stephen Owens

Aug 27, 2013

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David Tepper

Aug 23, 2013

David Tepper is the Founder and President of Appaloosa Management L.P. He will be the keynote speaker at a breakfast presented by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Professional Advisors Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Israel Bonds on Monday, October 7, 2013 at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Federation Applauds State of Florida Action on Iran and Sudan Sanctions

Aug 20, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council applaud the State of Florida in its efforts to strengthen sanctions against Iran and Sudan.

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Supplemental Gifts Provide Vital Support for Senior Meals Programs and Other Important Causes

Aug 9, 2013

Tillie is 85 and lives on a fixed income, alone in a tiny North Dade apartment and homebound by debilitating medical conditions. Unable to get to the supermarket regularly and reluctant to ask for help, she used to ration her supply of food to make it last longer and was at high risk for malnutrition – until a cousin stepped in and contacted Jewish Community Services (JCS) of South Florida.

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Mitzvah Miami Offers Kids and Teens Community Service, Volunteer Opportunities

Aug 9, 2013

As a new school year begins, the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation wants kids and teens to know about Mitzvah Miami, a group of volunteer and community service projects just for the younger generation.

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Sixth Grader’s Art Featured on Federation High Holiday Greetings

Aug 7, 2013

As we have done each year since 2008, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our subsidiary agency, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), held an art contest for the cover of our 2013/5774 High Holiday greeting card. The winning entry was created by Alejandro Sabo in 2012, when he was a sixth-grade student at Jacobson Sinai Academy in North Miami Beach.

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Summer Activities Keep Seniors Minds, Bodies Active Throughout Miami

Jul 29, 2013

In the heat of the South Florida summer, leaving the house and the comfort of the air conditioner is often the last thing any of us has the energy for, especially anyone of a mature age. While many senior Miamians head north for the summer months, there are still plenty of activities for those who are still in town.

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Federation Campaign Chairs and Directors Witness Dollars at Work Overseas

Jul 24, 2013

Twenty-four-year-old Sasha of Minsk, Belarus, told Federation leaders at The Jewish Federations of North America’s Campaign Chairs & Directors (CCD) Mission, her life began the day she discovered she was Jewish.

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Hundreds of Miami-Area Youth Enjoy a Jewish Summer Experience Through Federation-Funded Programs

Jul 24, 2013

Miami-area youth are busy this summer going to camp, exploring Israel and making a difference through various Greater Miami Jewish Federation-funded programs and agencies.

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Miami Birthright Israel Participant Reflects On “Mind Blowing” Experience

Jul 9, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation partnered with Taglit-Birthright Israel to provide an exclusive Miami community Birthright experience for young adults ages 22 to 26 from Sunday, June 2, 2013 to Thursday, June 13, 2013.

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Federation Staff Teams Up to Support Annual Campaign and the Jewish Community

Jul 5, 2013

This summer, the staff at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has joined together in a creative way to raise even more dollars and deliver more aid to those who need it through a summer fundraising competition—one of the many activities the team participates in throughout the year to help support the Annual Campaign.

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Special Shabbat Celebrated During Inaugural Summer Camp at Miami Beach JCC

Jul 1, 2013

On June 28, campers celebrated a special Shabbat Friday morning during the inaugural summer of Camp Klurman at the Galbut Family Miami Beach JCC on the Simkins Family Campus. Donors to the JCC’s capital campaign joined them for challah, Shabbat songs and lots of smiles.

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Sign Up for the Young Lion of Judah Program

Jun 13, 2013

The Young Lion of Judah Program, a unique B’nai Mitzvah project for students becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, brought to you by the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Mitzvah Miami

Jun 13, 2013

Through Mitzvah Miami and the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, kids and teens can get involved in tikkun olam through programs like: the Young Lion of Judah, J-STAR, J-Serve, and Summer of Service.

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Women’s Philanthropy Hosts “A Day for the Soul:” Honoring Leadership While Making an Impact

May 24, 2013

Women from around the community were “Reaching Out, Taking Action and Stepping up,” at the Women’s Philanthropy (WP) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation “Day for the Soul” event which took place on May 22 at Briza on the Bay, Miami.

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Yerucham Robotics Team Takes Top Honors at International Competition

May 20, 2013

Thanks to the enthusiasm of a few high school students, the entire southern Israeli town of Yerucham, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s partnership city in Israel, has become crazy about robotics. And recently, the Yerucham High School Robotics Team won some heavy honors.

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Attention, Teens! Register Now for Your Summer of Service!

May 17, 2013

Attention, teens! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to spend this summer, join the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and other teens from around Miami in Summer of Service.

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New Greater Miami Jewish Federation Task Force Promoting Awareness About Human Trafficking in Miami-Dade County

May 17, 2013

A new task force will increase public awareness and concern about the dangers and prevalence of human trafficking in Miami-Dade County and Florida.

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Mega Mission Bus Plants Community Garden in Memory of Fellow Participant

May 6, 2013

In memory of their fellow bus mate, several participants on 2012’s Miami Mega Mission to Israel collected money to plant a few trees in Israel that has now become a fruitful and flourishing community space in Pardes Channa-Karkur.

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Micah Halpern

Apr 30, 2013

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A Life-Changing Journey: Roots Mission 2013

Apr 25, 2013

In March 2013, 15 teenagers from Pardes Channa-Karkur, Israel, went on a 10-day trip to Ethiopia, on a mission called “Roots,” to gain a better understanding of the sacrifices and difficulties their parents and grandparents had to endure to give them a more prosperous life as Israelis.

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Help Our Jewish Community by Participating in a National Survey

Apr 22, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining with other Jewish organizations across America to ask Jewish individuals over 18 years of age and of all backgrounds and interests to participate in an important new intergenerational survey. Y

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Jewish American Heritage Month Spotlights Jews in Entertainment

Apr 22, 2013

From the Yiddish Theater and nickelodeons to Hollywood and Broadway, the Jewish people have made tremendous contributions to the world of entertainment. Through the month of May, Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) honors the Jewish fingerprint upon the nation’s popular culture.

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Rabbinic Expert on End-of-Life Issues to Speak at Three Programs on May 2

Apr 22, 2013

Rabbi Elliot N. Dorff, one of the leading experts on the topic – including advance care directives – will be the keynote speaker at three programs sponsored and presented by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Chaplaincy Program, Maimonides Society, Attorneys’ Division and Foundation on Thursday, May 2.

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JVC Volunteers Thanked, Honored for Service

Apr 22, 2013

The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation takes great pride in the thousands of dedicated volunteers who committed their time and energy this year to make a difference.

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Masa Israel Journey Offering Wine and Organic Living Experiences in Israel this Fall

Apr 11, 2013

Masa Israel Journey, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/Jewish Agency for Israel-funded program that brings post-college adults on transformative experiences through Israel has two new, five-month programs available that will ignite the passions of anyone with an interest in Judaic studies, Israel, organic living and wine—Israel Wine Experience and LaMidbar.

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Miami Teens to Participate in J-Serve, an International Day of Service

Apr 10, 2013

Join teens from around Miami-Dade County for Mitzvah Miami on Sunday, April 28, as they partner with J-Serve, an international day of service for Jewish teens.

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Rabbi Elliot N. Dorff

Apr 2, 2013

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Rabbi Elliot N. Dorff

Apr 2, 2013

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Summer 2014 Family Mission Hold the Date

Mar 28, 2013

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March of the Living Celebrating 25th Anniversary as a Global Phenomenon with Miami Roots

Mar 27, 2013

One hundred thirty local residents will assemble on March 28 and become part of a legacy that changed modern Jewish education, as they depart on the 25th annual March of the Living, a two-week journey to Poland and Israel.

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A Q&A with Yerucham Mayor Michael Biton

Mar 25, 2013

More than six years ago, Miami’s Jewish community established a long-term partnership with the Israeli town of Yerucham, located in the Negev Desert. Michael Biton, Yerucham’s mayor, was recently in the U.S. and stopped in Miami to discuss the past five years of partnership and what’s ahead for the Miami-Yerucham connection.

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Amy Hirshberg Lederman

Mar 21, 2013

Amy Hirshberg Lederman is an award-winning, nationally-syndicated columnist, author, Jewish educator, public speaker, and attorney.

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Yom HaShoah Commemoration April 7

Mar 19, 2013

Hundreds of South Floridians will gather at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Sunday, April 7, at 6:30 p.m., to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust in observance of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day).

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Super Sunday 2013

Mar 10, 2013

Join Us on Super Sunday, March 10.

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Training Grants Available Through ParnossahWorks Miami

Mar 8, 2013

Job seekers interested in attending short-term programs that will enable them to upgrade their skills and become more marketable may apply for training grants through ParnossahWorks Miami, a partnership between Jewish Community Services of South Florida and the Greater Miami Jewish Federation that helps job seekers gain immediate access to available job opportunities.

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Federation's Youth Ambassadors Get Ready for Super Sunday!

Mar 4, 2013

In preparation for Super Sunday on March 10, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Youth Ambassadors are planning, collecting and rallying at their schools for Miami’s largest annual Jewish community phonathon.

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Volunteer to Share Your Professional Skills in Yerucham

Mar 3, 2013

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Melton School Curriculum Encourages Young Author to Publish New Perspective on Life After the Holocaust

Mar 3, 2013

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Parnossah Works Training Grants

Feb 19, 2013

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Super Sunday Goes Social in 2013

Feb 15, 2013

This year, Miami’s largest annual Jewish community phonathon will be more social than ever, as the Greater Miami Jewish Federation celebrates its 75th and Israel’s 65th birthdays with tweets, hashtags, check-ins and status updates at Super Sunday.

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Community Answers the Call on Super Sunday

Feb 15, 2013

Super Sunday, the Miami Jewish community’s largest annual fundraising phonathon, was energized this year by a significant increase in the amount of money pledged to the 2013 Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Volunteer Opportunities Abound Through the Jewish Volunteer Center

Feb 15, 2013

The Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the central clearinghouse for volunteerism in Miami’s Jewish community, is always looking for individuals, families and groups who would like to get involved and help local nonprofit organizations.

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Federation Support Helping Impoverished Seniors in Former Soviet Union

Feb 15, 2013

Imagine being frail, elderly and destitute, suffering from illness and isolation, and struggling to survive under some of the most adverse social, political, economic and climatic conditions in the world. That is the very real situation faced by people throughout the former Soviet Union (FSU) each day.

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Nominations Sought for 2013 Outstanding Volunteer Award

Feb 15, 2013

The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting nominations for its 2013 Outstanding Volunteer Award. This annual award recognizes and honors the efforts of people in Miami’s Jewish community who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others and improving the world through volunteerism.

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Learn About Mission Mosaic at Informational Session

Feb 15, 2013

As some details of the trip are being finalized, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has unveiled the tentative itinerary for Mission Mosaic, a new opportunity to experience Israel in a unique way with members of Miami’s Jewish community November 3-10, 2013. To share the itinerary, Federation volunteer leaders are hosting a number of informational meetings in coming days and weeks at private homes and small venues.

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Federation Launches “Mission Mosaic” Journey to Israel Nov. 3-10

Feb 15, 2013

Members of Miami’s Jewish community have a new opportunity to experience the mosaic that is Israel by joining the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Mission Mosaic, November 3 through November 10, 2013.

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Chad Bernstein, Musician

Jan 30, 2013

Chad Bernstein is one of South Florida’s premier Latin, jazz and funk musicians, and plays with the Latin Grammy-nominated Spam Allstars and the band, ¡Suénalo!

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Gift of Israel Matches Funds to Make Israel Experiences Possible

Jan 30, 2013

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and participating synagogues have established the Gift of Israel Savings Program, formerly known as Passport to Israel. The program enables families to begin saving early for their child’s Israel experience – and enjoy the benefit of matching-dollar grants from community.

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Mission Brings Ethiopian-Israeli Teens Back to Their 'Roots'

Jan 24, 2013

This March, 15 Ethiopian-Israeli teenagers from Pardes Channa-Karkur will embark on a 10-day journey called “Roots,” taking them to Ethiopia and allowing them to witness the reality of life in the African nation. They will gain a better understanding of the sacrifices and difficulties their parents and grandparents had to endure, enabling them to become Israelis.

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Holocaust Education Month to Present Films, Lectures and Education Programs Throughout Miami-Dade

Jan 24, 2013

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will present a series of diverse and informative programs, free of charge, throughout the month of February, as it sponsors its Holocaust Education Month at various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.

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About the Panelists for the 2013 Real Estate Speaker Series Program on Wednesday, February 13

Jan 11, 2013

Real Estate Speaker Series Program Presenters

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About the Panelists for the 2013 Real Estate Speaker Series Program on Wednesday, May 29

Jan 11, 2013

Real Estate Speaker Series Program Presenters

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JCRC Appreciation Event

Jan 11, 2013

JCRC Appreciation Event

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Honor the Memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with
“A Day On, Not a Day Off”

Jan 7, 2013

Join volunteers from around Miami on Monday, January 21, to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with “A Day On, Not a Day Off,” a day of service that will transform Madison Middle School with the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach -Yad Vashem Partnership Provides Unique Approach to Holocaust Education

Jan 5, 2013

The Holocaust Memorial Institute at Yad Vashem, a unique and ongoing partnership between the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies, gives educators a rare opportunity to learn new ways to share the lessons of the Shoah with their students.

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Act Now: IRA Charitable Rollover Reinstated

Jan 5, 2013

The new American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, signed into law by President Obama on January 1, 2013, has tax benefits for people with Individual Retirement Accounts making distributions to charities before February 1. Federation General Campaign Chair Robert G. Berrin and Foundation Chair John M. Bussel sent this message to members of Miami’s Jewish community with details.

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Shalshelet International Jewish Music Festival Coming to Miami Area in February

Jan 5, 2013

Steeped in spirituality and inspired by sacred text, Jewish music has the ability to link Jews in a broader and deeper sense of community and enhance the vibrancy of the Jewish people. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, together with Miami-area synagogues and Jewish day schools, will host the Fifth International Shalshelet Jewish Music Festival.

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Raise Your Kids To LOVE Being Jewish at Two Miami-Area Events

Jan 4, 2013

Best-selling author and internationally renowned speaker Doron Kornbluth will be discussing the topic, “How to Raise Kids to Love Being Jewish” in the Miami area on January 22 and 23, presented by PJ Library Miami, the International Division and Women’s Philanthropy Miami Beach Area, all of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Federation Announces Calendar of Community Events Celebrating Israel’s 65th Anniversary

Jan 2, 2013

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Women's Amutot Initiative - 2013 Grants Awarded

Jan 2, 2013

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Women's Amutot Initiative Grants Aim to Empower Israeli Women

Jan 2, 2013

Nineteen Israeli organizations that empower women to improve Israeli society were recently awarded grants from the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, through Federation's Women’s Amutot Initiative.

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Jewish Community Volunteer Day Warms Hearts Across Miami-Dade

Dec 26, 2012

Hundreds of people from Miami’s Jewish community volunteered their time on December 25, preparing and serving meals to those in need, creating holiday celebrations for those less fortunate and wrapping presents for children in hospitals. It was all part of the Fifth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day.

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February 20, 2013 PAC Speaker Series Program Presenter Bryan Clontz

Dec 21, 2012

February 20, 2013 PAC Speaker Series Program Presenter Bryan Clontz

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A Passover Video

Dec 15, 2012

A Passover Video from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

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Hebrew Academy Youth Ambassadors

Dec 15, 2012

Hebrew Academy Federation Youth Ambassadors

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About Our Keynote Speaker, David Makovsky

Dec 9, 2012

David Makovsky is the Ziegler Distinguished Fellow and Director of the Project on the Middle East Peace Process at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. He is also an adjunct professor in Middle East studies at Johns Hopkins University’s Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies.

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Celebrate Israel, Celebrate Community at The Main Event

Dec 6, 2012

On Thursday, February 7, 2013, more than 1,200 people will come together for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2013 Main Event and Israel’s 65th Birthday. This annual gathering is more than a celebration – it is also a demonstration of our community’s commitment to helping Jewish people in need in Miami and worldwide, as well as solidarity with the people and State of Israel. During this memorable evening, guests will hear from National Jewish Book Award-Winning Author Dr. Daniel Gordis, and will be treated to a performance from Israeli Superstar Einat Sarouf.

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Miami Leaders Reflect on Israel Solidarity Mission

Dec 5, 2012

The mission was called “Resilience & Recovery” and seven Miami Jewish leaders saw plenty of both when they toured southern Israel December 4-6. The delegation from Miami journeyed together with representatives from communities across the U.S., to express solidarity with the people of Israel.

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Miami Remembers "Freedom Sunday"

Dec 5, 2012

On a bitter cold day December 6, exactly 25 years ago, about 800 members of Miami’s Jewish community joined 250,000 people from throughout the United States and Canada in Washington, D.C. to march and advocate for Soviet Jews. The day was called Freedom Sunday and it led to the eventual freedom of more than 1.5 million Jews who would finally be able to practice their Judaism and make new lives in Israel and in the United States.

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Attorneys' Division to Honor Three Exceptional Legal Professionals

Dec 5, 2012

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will honor and present achievement awards to three dedicated members of the local legal community at its 29th Annual Judicial Reception to be held on January 23, 2013, beginning at 5:30 p.m., at Jungle Island. The popular event, which includes a cocktail reception, is attended by hundreds of legal professionals from across Miami-Dade County.

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Join the Fifth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Dec 3, 2012

On December 25, the Jewish community of Miami will once again come together to help the vulnerable and to enhance the area on the 5th Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day, presented by the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Join the Fifth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Dec 3, 2012

On December 25, the Jewish community of Miami will once again come together to help the vulnerable and to enhance the area on the 5th Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day, presented by the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Give the gift of meaning by joining more than 500 volunteers at one of our community-wide volunteer opportunities taking place at different locations throughout Miami-Dade County.

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Year-End Benefits of Donor-Advised Funds

Dec 3, 2012

According to a December 11 article in The Wall Street Journal, there has been a significant increase in the number of donors who are creating donor-advised funds or adding to their existing fund as a way to get the best bang for their charitable buck.

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Dec 3, 2012

Join your Jewish community and Give a Gift of Meaning. Give back to the community throughout the holiday season by volunteering for any of these special opportunities.

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Miamians Stand in Solidarity With Israel at Rally

Nov 26, 2012

More than a thousand South Floridians joined the Greater Miami Jewish Federation at the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach Sunday night at the Israel Solidarity Rally, raising their voices together in support of the people of Israel, echoing their dream of living in peace and security.

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Stand Together With Israel. Stand Together as a Community at the Israel Solidarity Rally Sunday

Nov 20, 2012

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council, together with the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami, the Consulate General of Israel to Florida & Puerto Rico and Miami’s Synagogues, Day Schools and Jewish Community Organizations invite you to Stand together with Israel.

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Federation Support Helping the People of Israel

Nov 19, 2012

Hundreds of deadly rockets continue to hit Israel, launched by Hamas and other terrorist groups from Gaza. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation Israel Crisis Response Effort is bringing direct and immediate aid to the people of Israel.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Crisis in Israel

Nov 15, 2012

After days of an escalated, deadly barrage of rocket attacks on southern Israel by Hamas and other terrorist groups in the Gaza Strip, forcing more than one million Israeli civilians into bomb shelters, Israel launched Operation Pillar of Defense.

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Join us at the Kristallnacht Remembrance Ceremony

Oct 26, 2012

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Federation Collecting Donations to Help Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Oct 25, 2012

As residents of New Jersey, New York and other parts of the northeastern U.S. try to deal with the effects of Hurricane Sandy, which has wreaked havoc on their communities, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining a national effort to provide immediate, nonsectarian aid where it is needed most.

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Pardes Channa-Karkur Dance Troupe Performs at Shimon Peres’ Sukkot Event

Oct 20, 2012

Selam, a multi-generational Ethiopian-Israeli dance troupe from Pardes Channa-Karkur, recently performed at the home of Israeli President Shimon Peres as part of the Open Sukkah event held each year at the President’s home in Jerusalem.

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December 5 PAC Speaker Series to Focus on Estate Planning

Oct 20, 2012

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New Ambassador Program Empowers Students to Share Federation Messages

Oct 20, 2012

Tzedakah (social justice) and tikkun olam (repair of the world) are only concepts until educators and parents help bring these Jewish values to life. That’s the thinking behind the new “Federation Youth Ambassadors” program, which connects students from five Miami-area Jewish day schools with the work of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its partner agencies.

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Federation to Host Pacesetter Event on 12-12-12

Oct 12, 2012

Political and social analyst David Brooks will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Pacesetter Event, taking place Wednesday, December 12 in the Sparkle Ballroom at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Hundreds of people will gather for the event to support vital social services in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Masa Programs Provide Many Israel Experiences

Oct 5, 2012

Do you know someone between the ages of 21 and 30 who is looking for the opportunity to live and work in Israel for five to 12 months? Masa Israel Journey is an umbrella organization of long-term programs in Israel that receives funding from the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign. Read how two such programs provided life-changing experiences for two young women, and how you can learn more about these and other exciting options.

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New Miami Beach JCC Invites Community to “Spend the Day at the J”

Oct 5, 2012

After many years of anticipation, the new Galbut Family Miami Beach Jewish Community Center on the Simkins Family Campus (MBJCC) will throw open its doors wide on Sunday, October 21 to welcome members of the community to a free Community Day at its all-new location at 4221 Pine Tree Drive.

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Community to Commemorate Kristallnacht with Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Ceremony on November 8

Oct 5, 2012

Local residents of all ages will commemorate one of the most tragic days in modern Jewish history, as the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation observes the 74th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, on Thursday, November 8, beginning at 6 p.m.

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PAC Speaker Series Panelists

Oct 5, 2012

Read about the extraordinary women who will be speaking at the PAC Seminar Series: Elaine Bucher and Steven Woolf

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David Brooks, Political and Social Analyst

Oct 4, 2012

David Brooks, a New York Times Op-Ed columnist and commentator on The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, analyzes American life and its relationship with politics and foreign affairs.

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SOLD OUT New World Symphony and Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach to Co-Sponsor “Songs of the Holocaust” Concert

Oct 1, 2012

In celebration of the enduring spirit that kept so many alive during the Holocaust and in tribute to the millions who perished, the New World Symphony and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will present Inside the Music: Songs of the Holocaust on Tuesday, November 13.

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Jewish Federations Helping Hurricane Sandy Victims

Oct 1, 2012

Immediately following the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy on communities in New Jersey, New York and other Northeastern states, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation joined a national effort to raise funds to provide immediate, nonsectarian aid to those impacted by this tragedy.

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Volunteer Opportunity Encourages Love of Reading

Sep 21, 2012

Discover a fun, meaningful way to spark the imaginations of Miami pre-schoolers. The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is recruiting volunteers for the United Way of Miami-Dade’s popular ReadingPals literacy program.

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JCRC, The Network to Present Pre-Election Day Forum

Sep 14, 2012

With elections on the minds of so many these days, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will present Party Politics: An Interactive Discussion for ALL Inquiring Minds, Monday, October 22 at The Green Diamond, 4775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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Israel’s President Shimon Peres Celebrates 89th Birthday in Miami’s Partnership City

Aug 16, 2012

When you are president of Israel and are about to reach the milestone of 89 years old, there are many ways you can celebrate your birthday. Shimon Peres chose to spend his special day – Thursday, August 16, 2012 – in Yerucham, a city in Israel’s Negev Desert region that is partner to Miami’s Jewish community.

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Federation Joins National Jewish Response to Hurricane Isaac

Aug 15, 2012

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining the national Jewish Federations of North America Disaster Relief Fund to contribute to local recovery and rebuilding in the Gulf Coast in the wake of Hurricane Isaac. One hundred percent of all contributions to this fund are being allocated directly to the relief effort.

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Dream of Miami Beach JCC Becomes a Reality

Aug 14, 2012

Among Miami Beach’s iconic Art Deco buildings and hotels sits the new Galbut Family Miami Beach JCC on the Simkins Family Campus, the newest jewel of Miami Beach’s architecture, ready and waiting to welcome its first visitors.

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JCRC Offers Free Israel Educational Resources to Jewish Community

Aug 14, 2012

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is offering a new video-based mini-course featuring world-renowned experts on Israel and the Middle East. The free course is made available through a partnership between JCRC and Jerusalem Online University (JOU) that will enable individuals as well as organizations to benefit from JOU’s Israel educational resources.

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Get Ready for the Israel 65/Miami 75 Mission to Israel!

Aug 14, 2012

Were you part of Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 – or wish you had been? People across Miami’s Jewish community are still talking about this extraordinary journey. Here’s your chance to join your Miami friends and neighbors in Israel in April 2013 – just in time to celebrate two milestones, the 65th anniversary of the creation of the modern State of Israel and the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Unique Volunteer Opportunity to Bring Comfort to the Sick and Lonely

Aug 13, 2012

Discover a remarkable and life-changing opportunity to bring comfort, spiritual solace and joy to people in need. For the fourth consecutive year, The Jewish Chaplaincy Program and Jewish Volunteer Center are seeking volunteers for the Refuat Ha-Nefesh Spiritual Care Program.

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Leah Stern

Aug 3, 2012

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PAC Seminar Series Speakers

Aug 3, 2012

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Brian M. Sagrestano, J.D., CFRE

Aug 3, 2012

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Federation's Women's Amutot Joins International Alliance to Support Needs of Israeli Women

Jul 26, 2012

The Women’s Amutot Initiative of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has joined 13 other American Jewish women’s foundations and three Israeli counterparts to form the Jewish Women’s Collaborative International Fund (JWCIF).

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The Network Offers Cool Drinks and Good Company at Rush Hour

Jul 26, 2012

The Network, the under-40 connection of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, will host its summer Rush Hour, a cocktail and networking event, on Thursday, August 9, beginning at 7 p.m. at Jeronimo’s Bar, 75 Southeast 6th Street.

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The Network Offers Cool Drinks and Good Company at Rush Hour

Jul 26, 2012

The Network, the under-40 connection of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, will host its summer Rush Hour, a cocktail and networking event, on Thursday, August 9, beginning at 7 p.m. at Jeronimo’s Bar, 75 Southeast 6th Street.

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Yerucham Inventors Play It Cool to Win International Innovation Competition

Jul 16, 2012

Standing together on a podium in Washington, D.C., six teenagers from Yerucham exemplified the inventive spirit of the Israeli people by becoming the only non-American team to win an award in the 2012 FLL Global Innovation competition.

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Statement of Condolence on the Murder of Journalist Steven Sotloff

Jul 14, 2012

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins together with the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) in offering our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of July 18’s terrorist attack in Burgas, Bulgaria, which targeted Israeli tourists.

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the Terrorist Attack in Bulgaria Targeting Israeli Tourists

Jul 14, 2012

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation joins together with the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) in offering our deepest condolences to the families of the victims of July 18’s terrorist attack in Burgas, Bulgaria, which targeted Israeli tourists.

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Urge the International Olympic Committee to Hold One Minute of Silence in Memory of the Israelis Murdered at the 1972 Munich Games

Jul 14, 2012

On September 5, 1972, during the Olympic Games in Munich, eight Palestinian terrorists broke into the Olympic Village, killing two members of the Israeli team and taking nine hostages. In the ensuing battle, all nine Israeli hostages were killed, as were five of the terrorists and one policeman.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation to Provide Financial Assistance to Bulgaria Terror Victims Through Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) Fund for the Victims of Terror

Jul 14, 2012

The Fund for the Victims of Terror, operated by The Jewish Agency for Israel and made possible by contributions from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish federations across North America, will provide financial assistance to Israelis wounded in the attack in Bulgaria and to the families of those killed in the July 18 attack in the resort town of Burgas.

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Miami Marlins Honoring Jewish Heritage Day

Jul 6, 2012

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, local Jewish day schools and the community for a day at the ballpark to support Jewish education, as the Miami Marlins host the Ninth Annual Jewish Heritage Day on Sunday afternoon, August 12 at Marlins Ballpark.

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‘Young Lion’ Program Pairs B’nai Mitzvah Students with Holocaust Survivors

Jul 5, 2012

As many B’nai Mitzvah students search for meaningful ways to involve themselves in the Jewish value of tikkun olam, (repair of the world), the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Young Lion of Judah Program gives them a unique opportunity to bridge generational divides and forge lasting bonds with Holocaust survivors.

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Memorial to Remember Victims of 1994 AMIA Bombing

Jun 16, 2012

AJC Latino and Latin American Institute, along with over 30 local Jewish organizations, will host a community-wide memorial ceremony at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center (ATJC) on the 18th anniversary of the bombing of the AMIA Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires.

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Launches “Zachor Society”

Jun 14, 2012

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Interest-free Loans Bridge the Gap for Miami-Dade County Students

Jun 11, 2012

At a time when so many families are struggling to pay for even the most basic necessities, finding dollars to send a child to college can be even more challenging. But thanks to the Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF), some Jewish Miami-Dade County students were able to find the “last dollars” they needed to participate in higher education.

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Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team Seeking Participants

Jun 11, 2012

While natural disasters cannot be averted, the best defense in dealing with them is to be prepared. For the eighth consecutive year, the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is continuing its campaign to organize the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT), a data base of volunteers who will be called upon to assist in the event of a hurricane or other emergency in the community.

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Federation Honors, Elects Leaders at Annual Meeting

Jun 6, 2012

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Tablet Magazine

May 22, 2012

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Women's Philanthropy Installs New Officers and Board

May 16, 2012

Laura P. Koffsky was recently installed as President of Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation for 2012-13, along with a full slate of new officers and Board members.

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JCRC: Urge Presbyterians to Reject Israel Divestment

May 16, 2012

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council and its umbrella organization, the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, have worked to counter anti-Israel divestment efforts in several Christian churches. At the end of June, leaders of the Presbyterian Church (USA) will consider a report that calls for divestment from three companies for their sales to Israel. Click here to raise your voice against these efforts.

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Jewish Volunteer Center Launches its Inaugural Teen Summer of Service

May 2, 2012

This summer, the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will be offering a wide range of service programs for teenagers ages 12 through 18 as a part of the new Teen Summer of Service program. Teenagers will have the opportunity to assist the elderly, serve as assistant teachers, provide food to those in need, work at summer camps, or even travel to Boston, Chicago, DC or Israel.

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Annual “Ministering to the Elderly” Conference to Focus on Life Stages

Apr 24, 2012

“Transitions in Life and Beyond” is the theme of the 17th Annual Conference on Ministering to the Elderly, being presented by The Jewish Chaplaincy Program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, in collaboration with Miami Jewish Health Systems and Jewish Community Services of South Florida, taking place on May 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 5200 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami.

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“Ministering to the Elderly” Conference Focuses on Spirituality and Aging

Apr 24, 2012

The 18th Annual Ministering to the Elderly Conference will focus on “Holding On While Letting Go,” a detailed examination of the challenges facing Baby Boomers as aging caregivers, on Monday, May 20.

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Miami-Dade JCCs Are Ready for Summer Fun!

Apr 17, 2012

Summer is here and Jewish community centers across Miami-Dade County are offering a variety of activities to meet the interests of any child. Camps run from June 17 to August 9, 2013.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Apr 17, 2012

Judy Gilbert-Gould was a very young girl on May 7, 1938 when her father, Stanley C. Myers, of blessed memory, and a small group of Jewish Miamians gathered at a local home to create what would later be known as the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Partial Transcript of Judy Gilbert-Gould’s Remarks at the 75th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Apr 17, 2012

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Community Leaders to Be Honored at Federation Annual Meeting May 31

Apr 17, 2012

Five exceptional individuals will be honored for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community at Federation’s 75th Annual Meeting, taking place on Friday, May 31 at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Federation's 75th Annual Meeting to Celebrate Milestone Anniversary, Honor Leaders

Apr 17, 2012

As the Greater Miami Jewish Federation reaches a milestone anniversary, leaders of old and new will gather to honor the past and pave the way for the future at the 75th Annual Meeting on Friday, May 31. The kosher buffet luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown.

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Don’t Miss Federation’s Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31

Apr 17, 2012

Five outstanding leaders will be honored for their service to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and to Miami’s Jewish community when Federation presents its annual leadership awards at its 74^th Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 31.

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PAC Spring Seminar to Focus on “The Art of Strategic Philanthropy”

Apr 3, 2012

The Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host its 2012 Spring Seminar on Tuesday, May 8 at Temple Israel, 137 NE 19 Street, Miami. The keynote speaker will be attorney Charles A. Lowenhaupt, an advisor to high-net-worth families around the world.

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Charles Lowenhaupt

Apr 2, 2012

Charles A. Lowenhaupt will be the featured speaker at the PAC Spring Seminar on May 8, 2012. He is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lowenhaupt Global Advisors.

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Yom Ha’Atzmaut: A Day of Celebration for All of Israel

Mar 28, 2012

On Tuesday, April 24, participants in the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 will have the opportunity to commemorate Yom Ha’Zikaron with their Israeli brothers and sisters.

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Talented Media Team Covering Miami Mega Mission

Mar 28, 2012

To help preserve special moments for mission-goers and those back home, Federation has arranged for television and newspaper reporters, as well as professional photographers and videographers, to be with the mission every step of the way.

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Who’s Going on the Miami Mega Mission?

Mar 28, 2012

Since the Greater Miami Jewish Federation launched Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012, the question has been asked: “Are you going?” And more than 700 people from across Miami’s Jewish community have answered with a resounding “YES!”

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Only 17 Days Until Miami Mega Mission!

Mar 28, 2012

Just 17 days remain until Sunday, April 22, the day the El Al charter plane departs Miami International Airport, taking 400 Miami Mega Mission participants to Israel – and joining more than 300 more in our spiritual homeland for the journey of a lifetime.

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Media Coverage from Reporters in Miami, in Israel and More

Mar 28, 2012

All eyes are on Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 as the largest Jewish community mission in more than a decade journeys to sites across our spiritual homeland. Click here for links to all the media coverage from reporters in Miami, in Israel and more.

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Mega Mission Participants to Stand in Solidarity with Israelis on Yom Ha’Zikaron

Mar 28, 2012

On Tuesday, April 24, participants in the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 will have the opportunity to commemorate Yom Ha’Zikaron with their Israeli brothers and sisters.

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Get Ready for the Miami Mega Mission at Orientation on Wednesday, March 28

Mar 21, 2012

If you’re one of the 700 members of Miami Jewish community participating in the Miami Mega Mission to Israel, don’t miss the orientation session on Wednesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Community Will Unite on April 15 to Remember the Holocaust on Yom HaShoah

Mar 20, 2012

Hundreds of members of our community will gather at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach on Sunday, April 15 in observance of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day). Together, they will honor the memory of the six million Jewish people who perished at the hands of the Nazis and pay tribute to those who survived the horrors of the Holocaust.

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Volunteers Graduate from Unique Chaplaincy Program

Mar 20, 2012

Another 20 compassionate volunteers have graduated from Refuat Ha-Nefesh, the Jewish Spiritual Care Visiting Program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Jewish Chaplaincy Program and Jewish Volunteer Center.

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A Year After a Disaster, Federation Partner IsraAid Continues to Support Japan

Mar 20, 2012

March 11, 2012, marked the one-year anniversary of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan. Over the course of this past year, IsraAID, a funded agency of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, has worked tirelessly to support the people of Northern Japan's Tohoku region.

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JCRC to Host Intergenerational Advocacy Seder April 3

Mar 16, 2012

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will hold its third annual anti-hunger Intergenerational Advocacy Seder, “Through a Different Lens,” on Tuesday, April 3, around the theme “Let All Who Are Hungry Come and Eat.”

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Itinerary

Mar 13, 2012

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Newsletter

Mar 13, 2012

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the March 19 Terror Attack in Toulouse, France

Mar 10, 2012

We are shocked and outraged by the tragic terror attack that took place on the morning of March 19 at a Jewish school in southern France and has left at least four dead, including three young children.

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Working Toward a Strong Jewish Future

Feb 24, 2012

What will the Jewish future look like? That is the question on many minds as people across our community work to ensure that Jewish traditions and values are passed on to the next generations. This video provides a bit of insight into how our children see their own future.

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Federation Partner JDC Rushes to Help Eastern Europeans Affected by Frigid Cold

Feb 24, 2012

At the beginning of February, a sudden wave of dangerous winter weather gripped Eastern Europe and parts of the former Soviet Union. Thanks in part to yearly allocations from the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, Federation’s overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) was able to provide a lifeline of heat, food and medicine to those in need.

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View Miami Mega Mission Photos

Feb 20, 2012

See and share photos from the trip, stay up-to-date with news and events, download Federation's Mega Mission mobile app, read and submit blog posts, join groups and interact with other participants on our social media websites. Our Facebook page is Facebook.com/miamimegamission. Please add your posts to this page. Photos may be reposted to Flickr. And, include the hashtag #megamission with your tweets about the Miami Mega Mission. They’ll stream live on this page.

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Federation Youth Ambassadors - Lehrman Community Day School

Feb 16, 2012

Federation Youth Ambassadors - Lehrman Community Day School

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What Does Hava Nagila Mean

Feb 16, 2012

What does Hava Nagila mean?

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Breakin' Free - Fountainheads Passover

Feb 16, 2012

Breakin' Free - Fountainheads Passover

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Super Sunday 2012

Feb 16, 2012

Join Us on Super Sunday, March 18.

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Einat Sarouf performs on the Miami Mega Mission

Feb 16, 2012

Israeli Singer Einat Sarouf rocks the crowd at the base of Masada during the Miami Mega Mission in April 2012.

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Israel is 64

Feb 16, 2012

Israel is 64

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Pardes Channa-Karkur Dance Troupe Performs at Shimon Peres’ Sukkot Event

Feb 16, 2012

Selam, a multi-generational Ethiopian-Israeli dance troupe from Pardes Channa-Karkur, recently performed at the home of Israeli President Shimon Peres as part of the Open Sukkah event held each year at the President’s home in Jerusalem.

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Annual Campaign

Feb 16, 2012

Annual Campaign

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Miami Beach JCC Prepares for Opening with Special Ceremony

Feb 14, 2012

On Sunday, February 12, members of the community gathered to celebrate the topping out of the new Galbut Family Miami Beach Jewish Community Center. The highly anticipated community landmark, which began construction on July 14, 2011, was on display for the first time during the ceremony and hard hat tours.

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Stock Market High Provides Great Opportunity for Philanthropic Giving

Feb 14, 2012

The Dow Jones Industrial average has surpassed 13,000 for the first time since May of 2008. With this exciting economic news, now is a great time to consider using appreciated securities to fund your philanthropy.

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CAJE-Miami

Feb 8, 2012

CAJE-Miami is a beneficiary agency of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. This video reflects the impact CAJE has on educators in the Miami Jewish community.

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Federation Coalition Fostering Development of Negev Communities

Feb 1, 2012

Israel’s first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion, once said, “It is in the Negev that the creativity and pioneer vigor of Israel shall be tested.” Today, decades after Ben-Gurion’s death, the desert is being challenged to grow as a welcoming home to thousands of residents and as a center for the development of new products and services.

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Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 Reunion Set for November 1

Feb 1, 2012

Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 participants will have an opportunity to get together to relive the trip of a lifetime and reconnect with friends at a special Mega Mission Reunion hosted by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Thursday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m.

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Attorneys’ Division Speaker Series Panelists

Jan 31, 2012

Attorneys Elliot Basner, Robert D. (Bob) Fatovic and Leslie Sharpe will be featured panelists at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Attorneys’ Division Speaker Series presentation on “How to Make In-House Counsel Happy.”

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Miami Mega Mission Commercial

Jan 28, 2012

Miami Mega Mission 2012 Commercial

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Bet Breira Samu-El Or Olom

Jan 28, 2012

The Hebrew School at Bet Breira Samu-El Or Olom send their well wishes while making Havdalah bags for the Miami Mega Mission.

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Volunteers to Bring Cell Phones For First-Ever Wireless Super Sunday

Jan 27, 2012

Join hundreds of volunteers and bring your cell phone to make the call that’s timeless! This year’s Super Sunday phonathon, taking place on March 18, will be a fun-filled day, featuring blast-from-the-past music and entertainment alongside modern communication methods, including social media and texting.

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JCRC Offering Free Online Israel Educational Resources for Miami Mega Mission Participants

Jan 26, 2012

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JCRC Offering Free Online Israel Educational Resources for Miami Mega Mission Participants

Jan 26, 2012

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JCRC Offering Free Online Israel Educational Resources for Miami Mega Mission Participants

Jan 26, 2012

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Rabbi Jonathan Berkun elected President of the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM)

Jan 26, 2012

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Speaker Series to Feature Three Prominent Miami Legal Experts

Jan 26, 2012

“April Showers Bring May Flowers: Benefits and Advice from the Rainmakers” is the subject of the next program in the Professional Advisory Committee Speaker Series presented by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Attorneys’ Division and The Attorneys’ Network.

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Register Now for Free Winter 2013 Taglit-Birthright
Israel Trip

Jan 26, 2012

Members of Miami’s Jewish community who are between the ages of 22 and 26 can now register for a free, 10-day Taglit-Birthright Israel trip to be led by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation during winter 2013. Federation is partnering with Israel Outdoors, the largest provider of Taglit-Birthright Israel trips, to offer these experiences exclusively for residents of Miami-Dade County.

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Federation Attorneys’ Division Speaker Series to Discuss In-House Counsel

Jan 26, 2012

On Wednesday, February 15 from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m., the Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will focus its first Speaker Series program on “How to Make In-House Counsel Happy.”

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Experience Israel on a Free Birthright Trip with Your Community

Jan 26, 2012

This summer, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will lead a free, 10-day Taglit-Birthright Israel trip for members of Miami’s Jewish community who are between the ages of 22 and 26. Registration opens at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15.

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Community Will Gather to Celebrate 'Shabbat Across Miami' February 24-25

Jan 19, 2012

Shabbat is traditionally a time of peace, contemplation and togetherness. On Friday and Saturday, February 24 and 25, hundreds of Jewish people will share this holiday together during Shabbat Across Miami, taking place at venues across Miami-Dade County.

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Your Dollars at Work: Assisting and Empowering Israeli Women

Jan 19, 2012

For 10 years, the Women’s Amutot Initiative of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been allocating funds to nonprofit organizations (amutot) in Israel that focus on the needs and welfare of women and girls. These organizations work to empower women and improve Israeli society through efforts to create social, economic, religious and political equality. Many of the women are marginalized and/or are at a disadvantage when dealing with divorce, employment rights and business opportunities.

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U.S. Ambassador Hannah Rosenthal to Discuss the Fight Against Anti-Semitism

Jan 17, 2012

On Tuesday, February 14 at 7 p.m., Ambassador Hannah Rosenthal will speak about her unique role in President Obama’s administration as the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, as well as the focus of her efforts over the last two years. The program is being presented by the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Norman Lipoff

Jan 11, 2012

Speaking at the Professional Advisory Committee Lunch and Learn program on February 8, 2012 is Norman H. Lipoff. He is a long-time partner in the Miami law firm of Greenberg, Traurig, Hoffman, Lipoff, Rosen & Quentel, P.A. (now Greenberg Traurig). He is also a former Chairman of the Tax Section of the Florida Bar, and has written and lectured extensively on subjects related to federal taxation.

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Gatorade Commercial

Jan 11, 2012

This Gatorade commercial features the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center. See the indoor pool at the 45-second mark and the outdoor soccer field at the 48-second mark.

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The Social Action Network of the JVC to Participate in National Day of Service and Remembrance

Jan 3, 2012

On Sunday, September 9, the Social Action Network (ages 22-39) of the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will participate in a meaningful volunteer opportunity at the Ronald McDonald House, a home for families whose children are patients at Holtz Children’s Hospital.

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Good Deeds Day 2011

Dec 31, 2011

Good Deeds Day 2011 - Volunteering with Ruach Tova

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Tania & Israel Lapciuc Dinner

Dec 31, 2011

Dr. Martin Karp, Miami-Dade County School Board Member introduces Miami-Dade County Superintendent of Schools Alberto Carvalho at the Tania & Israel Lapciuc Dinner to recognize donors who gave significant funds to benefit the food and nutrition needs of Jewish Community Services (JCS) of South Florida's clients. This video includes Mr. Carvalho's speech.

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Federation Offers $80,000 in Enhancement Grants to Day Schools

Dec 17, 2011

Underscoring Miami’s long-standing commitment to supporting high-quality Jewish educational experiences for students of all ages, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is offering a total of $80,000 in additional grants to Jewish day schools that already receive funding from the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Miami Mega Mission Reaches 700 Participants!

Dec 17, 2011

Miami Mega Mission 2012 now has 700 confirmed participants, making it the largest Jewish community mission to Israel in more than a decade. “The outpouring of interest and support for this trip has been overwhelming,” said Mega Mission Chair Saby Behar. “People understand that by participating in this trip, they are doing something meaningful, historic and life-changing.” The journey will take place April 22-May 1.

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Follow Your Passions on Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012

Dec 17, 2011

Whether it is a love of art, nature, fashion, food or technology – or any of several other subjects – participants on Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 will have the opportunity to explore their personal interests from a uniquely Israeli perspective during the mission’s “Options Day,” Friday, April 27.

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The Main Event – A Night to Celebrate Community and Israel

Dec 14, 2011

On Thursday, February 16, 2012, Miami’s Jewish community will come together for one important evening – the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2012 Main Event.

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Community Members will Rise to the Occasion at the Ben-Gurion Society Event

Dec 13, 2011

On Wednesday, January 25 at 7 p.m., members of the Ben-Gurion Society will come together for an evening of celebration and community at the Moore Building, located at 4040 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami. The event will feature a cocktail reception, dancing and live entertainment.

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J-STAR Turns Miami Teenagers into Active Volunteers

Dec 7, 2011

A new Federation-funded program offered through the Jewish Volunteer Center has brought together more than 80 Jewish Miami-Dade teenagers to perform acts of tzedakah throughout the community in support of tikkun olam (repairing the world). The J-STAR program, which stands for Jewish Students Taking an Active Role, allows eighth graders and high school students to engage in a different community service project each month.

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Miami Mega Mission Offers Opportunity to See Your Dollars at Work in Israel

Dec 7, 2011

Welcoming new immigrants, feeding and caring for the frail and vulnerable, assisting at-risk populations... You’ve heard about the many ways your gift to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign make a difference in the lives of people across Israel. This spring, you can see your dollars at work in Israel when you travel on the Miami Mega Mission with 800 members of our Jewish community.

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The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation PAC Seminar Series to Focus on "The Art of Networking"

Nov 17, 2011

Learn to leverage new relationships into business advantage, as a panel of prominent professionals share their secrets at a Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) Seminar Series program.

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Federation’s Attorneys’ Division to Host 28^th Annual Judicial Reception

Nov 17, 2011

Hundreds of members of the Miami-Dade legal community will gather to celebrate the achievements of three dedicated professionals at the 28^th Annual Judicial Reception, hosted by the Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Call for Nominations for the 2013 Judicial Reception

Nov 17, 2011

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting nominations for three outstanding legal professionals to be honored at the 29th Annual Judicial Reception on January 23, 2013.

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Don’t Miss Out – Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 Is Filling Up Fast

Nov 17, 2011

Don’t miss the opportunity to travel to Israel with 800 members of Miami’s Jewish community. Be a part of the excitement from the very beginning of the trip by flying on the direct private flight to Israel. Only 35 seats remain on our non-stop, round-trip El Al charter plane. Click here to sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime journey to our spiritual homeland.

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Yerucham Mayor Visits Miami

Nov 17, 2011

In 2007, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Miami’s Jewish community established a long-term partnership with Yerucham, an Israeli town located in the Negev Desert that is home to approximately 10,000 people. Over the last five years, the partnership has blossomed and resulted in a variety of programs that are enabling residents of both communities to share ideas and learn from each other. At the beginning of November, Yerucham Mayor Michael Biton visited our city to reinforce the partnership and thank Miami for our support and friendship.

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Don’t Miss the Fourth Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Nov 15, 2011

On December 25, the Jewish community of Miami will once again come together to help the vulnerable and to enhance the area on the 4^thAnnual Jewish Community Volunteer Day, presented by the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Federation Gardens Celebrates 30 Years of Affordable Senior Housing

Nov 15, 2011

Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Federation Gardens, a Greater Miami Jewish Federation-sponsored, federally subsidized senior-housing facility, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary with a big party for the 180 residents who call it home.

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Road Trip Across Israel

Oct 31, 2011

A Video Travel Diary: A Road Trip Across Israel
By Kasia Cieplak-Mayr von Baldegg

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The Rocky Hora Show

Oct 31, 2011

Parody of The Time Warp from "The Rocky Horror Show" licensed from Samuel French

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Ayalim – A New Zionist Model for Israel’s Growth

Oct 27, 2011

Like the early pioneers of Israel, who built a nation blossoming with beauty and opportunity, the young adults who participate in the Ayalim Association are helping to create a new future for Israel.

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Three Local Students Win Top Honors in Jewish Lens Competition

Oct 27, 2011

Three Miami-Dade County middle- and high-school students took the three top honors in a nationwide “Rosh Hashanah Student Photography Contest.” Aptly themed, “New Beginnings,” the contest, sponsored by The Jewish Lens, an international educational program that integrates photography with Jewish curricula.

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Federation to Host Pacesetter Event Thursday, December 15

Oct 25, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Dr. Charles Krauthammer will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Pacesetter Event, taking place Thursday, December 15 at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Hundreds of people will gather for the event to support vital social services in Miami, in Israel and around the world.

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Charles Krauthammer

Oct 24, 2011

Headlining the Pacesetter Event on Thursday, December 15, 2011 will be keynote speaker Dr. Charles Krauthammer. Named by The Financial Times as “the most influential commentator in America,” Krauthammer has been honored from every part of the political spectrum for his bold, lucid and original writing. Since 1985, he has written a syndicated column for The Washington Post for which he won the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for distinguished commentary. It is published weekly in more than 275 newspapers worldwide.

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Alan Dershowitz

Oct 24, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is proud to present Professor Alan M. Dershowitz with the 2012 Friend of Israel Humanitarian Award at The Main Event on February 16, 2012.

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Moishe House Miami: The New Address for Young Jewish Adults

Oct 18, 2011

A downtown Miami high-rise apartment is the new base for Moishe House Miami, where a range of Jewish programming is being hosted by and for post-college adults. Weeks after moving into their new home, the three residents, ages 23 to 25, have held Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, community service projects, group learning sessions and social gatherings.

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Community to Commemorate 73rd Anniversary of Kristallnacht

Oct 17, 2011

On Thursday, November 10 at 6:00 p.m, Miami’s Jewish community will come together for the annual Kristallnacht Commemorative Ceremony. The event will take at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 1933-45 Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach, and is open to the entire community free of charge.

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Statement on the Release of Gilad Shalit

Oct 17, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, our Jewish Community Relations Council, the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami and our entire community join the people of Israel in welcoming home Israeli Staff Sergeant Gilad Shalit, who was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists when he was only 19 years old on June 25, 2006.

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Got News? Share It on The Community Post^®

Oct 7, 2011

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Federation Addressing Hunger at Home and Abroad

Oct 7, 2011

For the third consecutive year, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining with The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and Jewish communities from across the United States and Canada to recognize people in the community who make tikkun olam (repairing the world) a guiding value of their everyday lives.

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Gilad Shalit Comes Home to Israel

Oct 3, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, our Jewish Community Relations Council, the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami and our entire community join the people of Israel in welcoming home Israeli Staff Sergeant Gilad Shalit, who was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists when he was only 19 years old. Read more: http://bit.ly/q1o2Sw Photos from Reuters.

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Greetings from Nir Barkat

Oct 3, 2011

Greetings to Miami Mega Mission participants from Nir Barkat, the Mayor of Jerusalem.

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Dip Your Apple - Fountainheads

Sep 13, 2011

"Dip Your Apple" by the Fountainheads. Happy Rosh Hashanah!

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Szarvas Jewish Camp

Sep 13, 2011

Szarvas Jewish Camp

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Peace Needs Partners

Sep 13, 2011

Peace needs two partners: Israelis and Palestinians. In order to achieve this, both parties need to sit down, together, at the negotiating table and resume bilateral discussions - without preconditions.

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Happy Holidays

Sep 13, 2011

May you have a happy Rosh Hashanah and meaningful Yom Kippur.

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Rosh Hashanah Rock Anthem

Sep 13, 2011

Rosh Hashanah Rock Anthem

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Registration for 2011 Taglit-Birthright Israel Trip Now Open

Sep 12, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is organizing a special Taglit-Birthright Israel trip especially for Miami-area adults ages 22 to 26 this December, and registration is now open. Taglit-Birthright Israel offers first-time, peer-group, educational, 10-day trips to Israel at no charge to participants.

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PAC Fall Seminar to Focus on “The Impact of the Eichmann Trial: 50 Years Later”

Sep 6, 2011

The Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host its 2011 Fall Seminar on Tuesday, October 25 at Temple Israel, Miami. “The Impact of the Eichmann Trial: 50 Years Later” will be discussed by keynote speaker and noted professor and author Dr. Deborah E. Lipstadt.

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Call for Nominations for the 2012 Judicial Reception

Sep 6, 2011

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting nominations for honorees at the 28th Annual Judicial Reception. The event will feature the presentation of three prestigious awards that recognize accomplished jurists.

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Join Efforts to Urge Release of Alan Gross

Sep 6, 2011

On December 3, 2009, Alan Gross, a 61-year-old American Jew working under contract with the U.S. Agency for International Development to help the Cuban Jewish community improve its access to the internet, was arrested in Havana, Cuba. He was found guilty of “actions against the independence of the territorial integrity of the State” and sentenced to a 15-year prison sentence.

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Nominate an Extraordinary Individual for the “Jewish Community Heroes” Campaign

Sep 5, 2011

For the third consecutive year, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining with The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and Jewish communities from across the United States and Canada to recognize people in the community who make tikkun olam (repairing the world) a guiding value of their everyday lives.

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Jewish Summer Camps Create Lasting Connections

Sep 2, 2011

As the end of summer draws near and children return home from overnight camps across the nation, parents, educators and supporters of organizations — like the Greater Miami Jewish Federation — that provide funding assistance to campers often wonder what effects the experience has had on participants.

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Hundreds of Miami-Area Young Adults Experience Israel

Sep 2, 2011

In the true spirit of the Miami-Yerucham “people-to-people” partnership, several groups of Jewish young adults and teens from South Florida recently had the opportunity to meet and interact with residents of the Negev Desert city when they traveled to Israel on educational and leadership programs organized by Federation-funded programs and agencies.

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General Assembly Registration Now Open

Aug 31, 2011

The 2011 General Assembly of The Jewish Federations of North America (GA) is the place for current and emerging Jewish leaders to join Federations from all over the continent and address important issues and showcase the best of federation’s work. The GA takes place November 6-8 in Denver, Colorado and registration is now open.

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Look Who’s Going on Miami Mega Mission!

Aug 31, 2011

Couples and singles, working professionals and full-time volunteers, rabbis and other community leaders, congregants, friends, neighbors, maybe even a reporter or two... These are just some of the people who have already made plans to join Miami Mega Mission 2012, the largest community-wide journey to Israel since 1995.

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What Is a Mega Event?

Aug 28, 2011

With more than 800 participants traveling together through Israel and an itinerary packed with activities, it’s easy to see why the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is calling its 2012 Mission to Israel a Mega Mission. But what is a Mega Event?

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“End of Life” Series to Examine Jewish Perspectives on Hospice and Palliative Care

Aug 28, 2011

Rabbi Dr. Barry M. Kinzbrunner, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Vita Innovative Hospice Care, will analyze the “Jewish Perspectives on Hospice and Palliative Care” during a free public program presented by Mount Sinai Medical Center and the Jewish Chaplaincy Program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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University of Miami Hillel Freshmen Fest

Aug 19, 2011

University of Miami Hillel welcomes the Class 2015 to its family. Enjoy these special memories from Freshmen Fest 2011.

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Helping Victims of the Escalating Situation in Southern Israel

Aug 18, 2011

As missile attacks continue in southern Israel, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s partners – including The Jewish Federations of North America, the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) and the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) – are working with the Israel Trauma Coalition to carefully monitor the situation and assess possible needs. Thanks to the infrastructure funded by the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, emergency protocols are in place in Israel, and all parties are ready to take any necessary actions.

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Jewish Educators Attend Holocaust Memorial Teacher Institute at Yad Vashem

Aug 11, 2011

Over the summer, Jewish educators from Miami schools attended the Second Annual Holocaust Memorial Teacher Institute at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. Through a partnership between the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies, the teachers learned new approaches for teaching the lessons of the Shoah to their students.

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Mayanot Friendship Trip says 'Thank You'

Aug 10, 2011

Mayanot Friendship Trip says 'Thank You'

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Federation’s Partner City of Pardes Channa-Karkur Dedicates Dance Studio

Aug 9, 2011

A completely renovated dance studio in Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s partner city of Pardes Channa-Karkur, Israel was recently dedicated. The dance studio hosts a unique Ethiopian dance program for Ethiopian-Israeli youth.

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Families Go on a Mitzvah Mission with Help of Federation

Aug 9, 2011

This summer, two North Miami-Dade families − the Bejars and Bentatas − traveled together to Israel where they held Bar Mitzvahs for their sons. But before the mission, the families planned a week of hands-on mitzvah projects that all would benefit from.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation Hosted Roundtable

Aug 8, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation was recently selected to host a roundtable discussion where a variety of Jewish leaders in the Miami community had the opportunity to meet with a White House representative to discuss important issues of concern.

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Meet Emily Hyatt, New Director of The Network

Aug 7, 2011

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New Jewish Community Center Coming to Miami Beach

Aug 5, 2011

Several years ago, in recognition of Miami Beach’s diverse and thriving Jewish population, a plan was envisioned to build a modern, full-service Jewish community center. Construction of a 35,000-square-foot facility at the JCC’s existing Pine Tree Drive location began on July 14, 2011. Along with the new facility comes a new name: Galbut Family Miami Beach JCC.

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JSTAR Program Offers Miami Teens Exciting Mitzvah Projects

Aug 1, 2011

The Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) offers a mitzvah program for South Dade eighth-grade students called JSTAR (Jewish Students Taking an Active Role). Teens have the opportunity to complete fun and unique mitzvah projects that they can participate in as a group activity as well as earn up to 30 community service hours.

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In Environment of Economic Hardship, Federation Support Stays Constant

Aug 1, 2011

During these challenging economic times, when more people in our Jewish community have been forced to seek assistance from social-service agencies, many of those very agencies are struggling to maintain services as they face cutbacks from the government and other funding organizations.

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JCRC Offers Free Israel Educational Resources to Jewish Community

Aug 1, 2011

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is offering video-based, mini-course featuring world-renowned experts on Israel and the Middle East. The free course is made available through a partnership between JCRC and Jerusalem Online University (JOU) that will enable Jewish individuals and organizations to benefit from JOU’s Israel educational resources.

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Jerusalem Mayor Greets Miami Residents in Honor of Upcoming Miami Mega Mission to Israel

Aug 1, 2011

Mayor of Jerusalem Nir Barkat shares his excitement about the upcoming Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 and invites YOU to join in this unforgettable and magical experience along with hundreds of other members of Miami’s community. Click here to watch a special message from Mayor Barkat.

Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 takes place April 22 through May 1, 2012. For more information, click here or contact Katy Boyask, Mega Mission Manager, at 786.866.8466 or [email protected].

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Federation to Lead Advocacy Mission to Washington, D.C. in February

Aug 1, 2011

Join theMajor Gifts Division and Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation for the Fourth Annual Advocacy Mission to Washington, D.C. in February.

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Miami Mega Mission Update

Aug 1, 2011

Israel is the place to be April 22 through May 1, 2012. More than 650 members of our Jewish community have already signed up for the Miami Mega Mission, a transformational nine-day journey that will take more than 800 Miamians to our spiritual homeland together.

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The Jewish Lens Program, Introduced by Federation and CAJE, Coming to Eight Miami and Two Israeli Schools

Jul 26, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its local partner agency, the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), are introducing The Jewish Lens to the Miami Jewish community. This year-long educational program is a gateway for young people to explore Jewish identity and values through photography.

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Hebrew Afterschool at Chabad Chayil

Jul 25, 2011

Hebrew Afterschool at Chabad Chayil

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Lehrman Community Day School

Jul 25, 2011

Shabbat at Lehrman Community Day School

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Hebrew School at Chabad of Highland Lakes

Jul 25, 2011

Hebrew School at Chabad of Highland Lakes

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The Meaning of Prayer

Jul 25, 2011

The Meaning of Prayer

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AMIA Memorial Event at Temple Sinai

Jul 25, 2011

AMIA Memorial Event at Temple Sinai

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Lo Muhan Levater Gilad Shalit

Jul 25, 2011

Lo Muhan Levater Gilad Shalit

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Miami Birthright Trip 2011

Jul 22, 2011

Miami Taglit-Birthright Israel Trip 2011

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Yerucham to Receive Much-Needed Ambulance

Jul 20, 2011

Miami’s partnership city of Yerucham, Israel, is receiving a fully equipped ambulance, thanks to a special gift from a longtime Federation donor. Through its relationships with organizations, communities and individuals throughout the Jewish world, Federation is able to match philanthropists with specific funding opportunities.

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Hurricane Season Is Upon Us! Join the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team

Jul 14, 2011

Hurricane season is here, the tropics are brewing and it’s time to prepare. For the ninth consecutive year, the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is organizing the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT), a database of volunteers who will be called upon to assist in the event of a hurricane or other emergencies in the community.

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Hurricane Season Is Upon Us! Join the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team

Jul 14, 2011

Hurricane season is here, the tropics are brewing and it’s time to prepare. For the ninth consecutive year, the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is organizing the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT), a database of volunteers who will be called upon to assist in the event of a hurricane or other emergencies in the community.

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Volunteers Share Skills and Create Lasting Memories in Yerucham

Jul 14, 2011

On May 30, 2013, five volunteers from Miami embarked on a two-week adventure through the rough terrain of Israel’s Negev to live and work in the city of Yerucham, as part of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Volunteer BaMidbar (Volunteer in the Desert) program, offered in partnership with Skilled Volunteers for Israel.

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Join the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team

Jul 14, 2011

The Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is ready in case of the threat of hurricane with the Jewish Volunteer Emergency Response Team (JVERT) data bank. An orientation session will be held on July 28.

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Searchable Holocaust Database Now Online

Jul 14, 2011

Holocaust survivors and their families can now search an amazing online database of photos and documents, thanks to an exciting new project of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), an overseas partner of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. The Shared Legacy Project allows users to search within the JDC’s digitized archives from the World War II era.

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Good Deeds Day

Jul 10, 2011

Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) Good Deeds Day

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Cruise Line Helps Beautify

Jul 5, 2011

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation received a wonderful gift recently, when volunteers associated with Royal Caribbean Cruises lent a helping hand by painting and landscaping the Miami Beach landmark.

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Camp Szarvas Explores and Promotes Judaism in Hungary

Jul 5, 2011

Summer camps serve as a place for young children to form friendships, create memories and enjoy various summer-fun activities. One camp in Szarvas, Hungary — created by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s overseas partner, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and the Ronald S. Lauder Foundation — aims to do all of the above in addition to changing and enriching the lives of its campers.

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'Young Lion' Program Pairs B’nai Mitzvah Students with Holocaust Survivors

Jul 5, 2011

For the second year in a row, the Jewish Volunteer Center and the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation are partnering for the Young Lion of Judah program, pairing B'nai Mitzvah students with Holocaust survivors. The program is designed for students who are seeking to put more mitzvah in their Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

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Kulanu Project Earns JAFI’s Partnership of Excellence Award

Jun 27, 2011

The partnership between the Jewish community of Miami and the city of Yerucham, Israel was recognized recently by the Jewish Agency for Israel’s (JAFI) Partnership of Excellence Award for its Kulanu Tri-Center Project, an innovative Jewish leadership and educational program for teens.

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JCRC Reports on Flotilla and Fly-In

Jun 20, 2011

A year after a flotilla of anti-Israel ships attempted to break the naval blockade of Gaza, resulting in a confrontation with the Israeli Navy, a second flotilla has been blocked by Greek officials from sailing to Gaza from Greek ports. Now pro-Palestinian activists are planning a mass “fly-in” at Ben-Gurion Airport July 8-16.

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Gaza Flotilla FAQs and Talking Points

Jun 20, 2011

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JCRC Provides Tools on Second Gaza Flotilla

Jun 20, 2011

On May 31, 2010, a flotilla of anti-Israel ships attempted to break the naval blockade of Gaza. In anticipation of a second flotilla expected to arrive in early July and the desire to promote informed advocacy, the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers information the community can use for discussion.

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IsraAid Provides Assistance in Japan

Jun 20, 2011

In the months following the devastating March 2011 tsunami in Japan, Greater Miami Jewish Federation overseas partner IsraAid, a humanitarian relief coalition, has been providing relief for more than 10 shelters in the Japanese cities of Watari, Yamamoto and Sendai.

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Send an Online Greeting or Tribute via JewishMiami.org!

Jun 20, 2011

Online greetings and Tzedakah tribute cards are a great way to let loved ones know you are thinking of them. Not only are they quick and easy to send, but on JewishMiami.org, the e-cards are free! From Bar or Bat Mitzvahs to Jewish holidays to condolences, JewishMiami.org has an e-card for all of life’s events.

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Two Federation Employees Honored by Their Peers

Jun 15, 2011

During a special year-end staff luncheon hosted by Board Chair Barbara Black Goldfarb, General Campaign Chair Brian L. Bilzin and Immediate Past Chair William Lehman, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation recognized two outstanding Federation staff members for their hard work, professionalism and commitment to Federation, their colleagues and the community.

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Take a Peek into Miami Mega Mission Israel Itinerary

Jun 10, 2011

Take a look at what Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 has planned! From meeting with high-level Israeli officials to concerts by renowned performers, this Miami Mega Mission will have you experiencing Israel like never before. Check out some of the extraordinary highlights.

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What Is a Mega Event?

Jun 9, 2011

With more than 800 participants traveling together through Israel and an itinerary packed with activities from sunup to well past sundown, it’s easy to see why the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is calling its 2012 Mission to Israel a Mega Mission. But what is a Mega Event?

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Be Part of the Pre-Mission to Poland

Jun 6, 2011

Before the journey to Israel for Miami Mega Mission 2012, join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation from April 17 to 22 for a four-day pre-mission that explores the rich Jewish heritage that thrived in Poland before World War II.

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Summer is almost here!

May 27, 2011

The summer months are fast approaching and families are gearing up for their annual summer vacations. Before you leave for vacation, make sure you cross a few things off your checklist.

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Federation Supports Overseas Initiatives

May 27, 2011

B’nai B’rith met with Pope Benedict last month at the Vatican to extend appreciation for his role in fostering Catholic-Jewish relations. The Jewish organization presented the Pope with a dove-and-olive branch gift symbolizing peace.

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Federation Collecting Funds for Victims of the Midwestern Tornadoes

May 25, 2011

While communities across the Midwest struggle to recover from devastating tornadoes that have killed hundreds and left thousands homeless, the Jewish community is working together to provide much-needed humanitarian relief and assistance.

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Miami Welcomes Moishe House

May 23, 2011

Miami’s young adult Jewish community will have a new place to call home as Moishe House makes its debut. Moishe Houses have become an essential service for the post-college young adult Jewish population world wide, by providing opportunities for community involvement, Jewish learning and leadership.

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Be Part of the Pre-Mission to Poland

May 23, 2011

Before the journey to Israel for Miami Mega Mission 2012, join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation for a four-day pre-mission to Poland from April 17-22.

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Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 Reaches Goal

May 23, 2011

Chair of Miami Mega Mission 2012, Saby Behar shares an important message about the upcoming Mission to Israel.

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Last Call For Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012: Register NOW!

May 23, 2011

The magic of Miami Mega Mission Israel begins April 22, 2012 and will stay with you long after you’ve arrived back home. Are you going?

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Miami Herald Covers the JVC

May 23, 2011

The Jewish Volunteer Center was recently mentioned in a Miami Herald article, which highlights the works of JVC’s Lion of Young Judah, along with other local programs, and how it has played a role in the volunteer community. Check out the coverage.

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Israeli Defense Forces Soldiers Visit Miami

May 23, 2011

Two young Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers came to visit the Greater Miami Jewish Federation earlier this month. They spoke about the army experience and their time spent on a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip.

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Get Connected with The Network

May 16, 2011

Those between the ages of 22 and 39 can get connected with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Under 40 division, The Network. The Network offers social, educational, volunteer, philanthropic and leadership opportunities in Miami’s Jewish community.

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Statements from the International Community Regarding the Flotilla

May 11, 2011

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Federation Collecting Donations to Help Victims of the Oklahoma Tornadoes

Apr 29, 2011

As residents of Oklahoma try to deal with the effects of recent tornadoes, which have killed dozens and wreaked havoc on their communities, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is joining a national effort to provide immediate, nonsectarian aid where it is needed most.

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Federation Collecting Funds for Victims of Southeast Storms and Tornadoes

Apr 29, 2011

As part of the Jewish community’s response to the deadly tornadoes that hit the Southeastern part of the United States, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an emergency relief fund to respond to the devastation and address the needs of affected communities.

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Federation's 73rd Annual Meeting Is Just Around the Corner

Apr 11, 2011

There’s still time to register for the 73rd Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, taking place Thursday, May 26 at the Hilton Miami Downtown Miami. Federation will elect new officers and Board members and honor five special individuals for their dedication to the Jewish people.

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Fundraise for Federation Now Online

Apr 11, 2011

Today, more and more nonprofits are turning to the Internet as a resource to raise funds. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has created an online application where people can easily raise money via their own personal fundraising page.

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Miami Mega Mission 2012 Promises Trip of a Lifetime

Apr 11, 2011

Every year as Jewish families sit down to their Passover seder and the promise is made: “Next year in Jerusalem…” The Greater Miami Jewish Federation can help Miami residents to make this dream a reality. Join Federation, community synagogues and Jewish agencies on Mega Mission to Israel in 2012.

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Mega Mission to Be Life-Changing for Miamians and Israelis

Apr 11, 2011

As Federation prepares to bring Miami residents to Israel this April on the Miami Mega Mission, Israelis are eagerly anticipating the participants’ arrival. “It is tremendously meaningful to the people of Israel that so many of us are coming from Miami together,” said Mega Mission Chair Saby Behar, who recently was part of a mission-planning trip to Israel along with Federation Board Chair Barbara Black Goldfarb. “Everywhere we went, we heard, ‘It is so important that you are coming,’” said Behar.

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Greater Miami Jewish Federation to Honor Outstanding Individuals at 73rd Annual Meeting

Apr 11, 2011

Members of Miami’s Jewish community will come together on Thursday, May 26th for the 73^rd Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to elect new officers and Board members and honor five special individuals for their dedication to the Jewish people. Chaired by Isaac K. Fisher, the buffet luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Receives Help from Cruise Line

Apr 11, 2011

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation received a wonderful gift recently, when volunteers associated with Royal Caribbean Cruises lent a helping hand by painting and landscaping the Miami Beach landmark.

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Submit Photos with Flickr

Apr 11, 2011

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Yom HaShoah/Israel Solidarity Service on May 1

Apr 11, 2011

Members of the community are invited to gather at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Sunday, May 1 to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and to show solidarity with the people of Israel during a Yom HaShoah Observance and Israel Solidarity Service.

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PAC Spring Seminar to Discuss Legal Implications of Biological Advances

Apr 10, 2011

The Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host its 2011 Spring Seminar on Thursday, April 28, at the Hilton Miami Downtown. The topic is “Planning for Life After Death: Laws of Succession vs. the New Biology.”

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JCRC to Host April 14 Intergenerational Advocacy Seder

Apr 9, 2011

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will hold an Intergenerational Advocacy Seder and discussion — featuring two national Jewish agencies’ perspectives on hunger and policy issues — on Thursday, April 14, beginning at noon.

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Federation Launches Miami Mega Mission 2012

Apr 8, 2011

It has been a decade and a half since the Greater Miami Jewish Federation organized a Mega Mission to Israel, but ask any participant from one of those overseas journeys how he or she enjoyed it, and you will get a glowing smile and an answer brimming with enthusiasm.

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Statement on the April 7 School Bus Bombing in Israel

Apr 7, 2011

A yellow bus is internationally recognized as a vehicle used specifically to transport school children. Yet, on April 7, it became the intentional target of terrorists who fired a barrage of missiles and rockets from Gaza into southern Israel, including anti-tank missiles aimed directly at the bus.

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Super Sunday 2011

Apr 4, 2011

Super Sunday 2011

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Google Exodus

Apr 4, 2011

Google Exodus: Watch now to see what the Exodus from Egypt would have looked like if Moses had a laptop, Google Maps and Facebook.

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Moshiach Now

Apr 4, 2011

Do a mitvah today. One small act of kindness can make a real difference.

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Birthright Israel Month

Apr 4, 2011

Birthright Israel Month

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Best Seder in the USA (The Passover Song)

Apr 4, 2011

Best Seder in the USA (The Passover Song)

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Federation Collecting Donations for Fund for Victims of Terror

Mar 24, 2011

Recent events in Israel – including the massacre of the Fogel family, the bombing in central Jerusalem and ongoing rocket attacks – have renewed long-standing concerns about providing assistance to the victims of these and other tragedies.

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Limited Space Available for Miami-Area Students to Study in Israel This Summer

Mar 24, 2011

The Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI), a partner agency of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, has just a few spots remaining for Miami-Dade high school sophomores, juniors and seniors looking to study in Israel this summer.

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“Buycott for Israel” Day Is March 30

Mar 24, 2011

Anti-Israel activists have declared March 30 as the global day of action for the boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) movement. Boycotters have been energetically lobbying stores across North America to stop selling Israeli products.

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A Statement from Federation on the March 23 Bombing in Jerusalem

Mar 23, 2011

At around 3 p.m. Israel time (9 a.m. Eastern) on Wednesday, March 23, a bomb exploded next to two buses across the street from the Jerusalem Convention Center. The blast injured dozens of people, several seriously. One person has died from her injuries. There was no immediate claim of responsibility… We vehemently condemn this new round of violence…

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A Statement from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on the August 18 Terrorist Attacks in Israel

Mar 23, 2011

A series of coordinated terrorist attacks striking Israel's southern region on Thursday, August 18 killed seven people, including 22-year-old Staff Sergeant Moshe Naftali and six civilians, and wounded some 40 people.

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Federation Mourns Massacre of Members of the Fogel Family and Condemns Brutal Terrorist Attack on Israelis

Mar 15, 2011

The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation (JCRC) mourns the horrific murders of Udi (37), Ruth (36), Yoav (10), Elad (4) and three-month-old Hadas Fogel Friday night, March 11, in their home. This brutal terrorist attack is aimed at intimidating Israeli Jewish families and derailing the peace process.

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Shalom Sesame: Passover

Mar 15, 2011

Find the Afikomen with Shalom Sesame.

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Teen Volunteer Opportunities Abound at April 3 Program

Mar 15, 2011

From feeding the hungry to beautification of a local park, school or cemetery, there are a variety of volunteer activities for students in 8^th through 12^thgrades to choose from during the Annual J-Serve National Day of Service for Jewish Teens and Good Deeds Day, set for Sunday, April 3.

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Shalom Sesame: Purim Story

Mar 14, 2011

Purim story from Shalom Sesame.

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Interview with Ruth Messinger

Mar 14, 2011

Ruth Messinger Talks About the American Jewish World Service

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Foundation Annual Meeting Slated for May 5

Mar 10, 2011

The Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will host its 2011 Spring Seminar on Thursday, April 28, at the Hilton Miami Downtown. The topic is “Planning for Life After Death: Laws of Succession vs. the New Biology.”

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Federation Collecting Funds for Victims of Japan/Pacific Earthquake and Tsunami

Mar 9, 2011

As part of the Jewish community’s response to the 8.9 magnitude earthquake and ensuing tsunami that struck Japan on March 11, 2011 and affected areas along the Pacific Ocean, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate humanitarian aid to victims and their families.

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Federation Collecting Funds for Victims of Indonesia Tsunami

Mar 9, 2011

Following the deadly earthquake and tsunami that struck Indonesia’s Sulawesi Island last week, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation launched a relief fund to provide humanitarian aid to those affected by the widespread destruction.

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Get Connected in Many Ways on Super Sunday

Mar 1, 2011

In today’s highly connected world, the telephone is merely one means for communication – and fundraising. While nothing will ever replace a personal phone conversation, Federation leadership understands the tremendous opportunities available through social media, online donation forms and “personal fundraising pages,” and is incorporating these exciting outreach vehicles into Super Sunday.

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Your Dollars at Work: Building Jewish Identity

Mar 1, 2011

Each year, thousands of Jewish people in Miami and around the world receive assistance through the social-service, educational and humanitarian programs funded by the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign. And while contributors to the Campaign know that their generosity is making a difference, it is not every day that a donor has the opportunity to meet a recipient of Federation-supported assistance.

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An Inspiring Night Out for Women

Mar 1, 2011

Women from throughout Miami-Dade County will gather together for an evening filled with fun and friends when Women’s Philanthropy of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation hosts Women’s Night Out on Tuesday, April 12, featuring internationally renowned clinical psychologist, public speaker and author Dr. Wendy Mogel.

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Job Search Networking Event Scheduled for February 28

Feb 25, 2011

For those who are unemployed or looking to change jobs, networking can be the key to finding the right position. On Monday, February 28, ParnossahWorks Miami will host its first networking event of the year. Job seekers will meet each other and discuss job search strategies, and can take advantage of resume-writing support.

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JCRC Lecture on U.S. Foreign Policy and the Middle East Set for February 28

Feb 25, 2011

For those who are unemployed or looking to change jobs, networking can be the key to finding the right position. On Monday, February 28, ParnossahWorks Miami will host its first networking event of the year. Job seekers will meet each other and discuss job search strategies, and can take advantage of resume-writing support.

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Tararam at The Main Event

Feb 24, 2011

Israeli band Tararam performs at The Main Event in Miami.

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Miami Mega Mission 2012

Feb 24, 2011

Join us on the Miami Mega Mission 2012.

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Stephen and Sandra Muss at The Main Event

Feb 24, 2011

Stephen and Sandra Muss receive 2012 Greater Miami Jewish Federation Friend of Israel Humanitarian Award at The Main Event.

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Birthright Israel Next South Florida Matisyahu Event

Feb 24, 2011

Birthright Israel Next South Florida Matisyahu Event

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Maccabeats Purim Song

Feb 24, 2011

Maccabeats Purim Song

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Copy of Get Ready for the Israel 65/Miami 75 Mission to Israel!

Feb 14, 2011

Were you part of Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 – or wish you had been? People across Miami’s Jewish community are still talking about this extraordinary journey. Here’s your chance to join your Miami friends and neighbors in Israel in April 2013 – just in time to celebrate two milestones, the 65th anniversary of the creation of the modern State of Israel and the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Get Ready for the Israel 65/Miami 75 Mission to Israel!

Feb 14, 2011

Were you part of Miami Mega Mission Israel 2012 – or wish you had been? People across Miami’s Jewish community are still talking about this extraordinary journey. Here’s your chance to join your Miami friends and neighbors in Israel in April 2013 – just in time to celebrate two milestones, the 65th anniversary of the creation of the modern State of Israel and the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Ministering to the Elderly Seminar Focuses on 'Shattering Stereotypes of Aging'

Feb 14, 2011

Clergy, medical experts and social-work professionals will converge to discuss ‘Stories of Living: Shattering Stereotypes of Aging’ during the Sixteenth Annual Seminar on Ministering to the Elderly, Tuesday, March 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Miami Jewish Health Systems’ Douglas Gardens Ruby Auditorium, 5200 Northeast Second Avenue.

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Registration for 2011 Taglit-Birthright Israel Trips Now Open

Feb 10, 2011

National registration for summer 2011 Taglit-Birthright Israel trips is now open, enabling Jewish men and women, ages 18 to 26, to apply for participation in free 10-day trips to Israel.

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Israeli Group Tararam to Perform at The Main Event

Feb 10, 2011

They’ve performed at the Olympic and Maccabia Games, for Israeli President Shimon Peres’ birthday celebration with world leaders such as former President Bill Clinton, and at countless other events and galas around the globe. On Thursday, February 24, Israeli music and dance group Tararam will take to the stage as the entertainment highlight of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2011 Main Event.

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Community Invited to Celebrate 'Shabbat Across Miami' March 4 and 5

Feb 9, 2011

Share the beauty and serenity of Shabbat with members of Miami’s Jewish community during ‘Shabbat Across Miami,’ taking place Friday and Saturday, March 4 and 5 at Miami-Dade County synagogues, Jewish day schools and agencies. This annual Shabbat celebration attracts worshipers of all ages and denominations.

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Interest-free JELF Loans Provide Opportunities for Miami-Dade Students

Feb 9, 2011

With so many families struggling to pay for even the most basic necessities, finding dollars to send a child to college can be even more challenging. But thanks to the Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF), some Miami-Dade County students were able to find the “last dollars” they needed to participate in higher education.

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Holocaust Education Week Culminates with Eyewitness Buchenwald Account

Feb 4, 2011

As the Ninth Annual Holocaust Education Week comes to a close on Thursday, February 10, the community will gather to hear the extraordinary story of Dr. Leon Bass, an eyewitness to the atrocities of the Holocaust.

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The Network Speaker Series to Address Mortgage Fraud Protection

Feb 3, 2011

The Network of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will offer insight into mortgage fraud at its next Speaker Series on Wednesday, February 9. Taking place at the Federation’s Stanley C. Myers Building, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, the program will begin with registration at 7:45 a.m. and will feature two experts who will talk about ways individuals and companies can protect themselves from mortgage fraud.

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Start-Up Nation Author Dan Senor to Deliver Keynote Speech at The Main Event

Feb 3, 2011

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2011 Main Event will be held on Thursday, February 24, and more than 1,200 members of Miami’s Jewish community are expected to turn out for this exciting and meaningful occasion. The event will feature a keynote address by Dan Senor, co-author of the New York Times bestseller, Start-Up Nation: The Story of Israel’s Economic Miracle.

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The Foundation PAC Lunch & Learn Speakers

Jan 28, 2011

Steven D. Brooks, J.D., Jerome M. Hesch, Esq. and Barry A. Nelson, Esq. will offer their perspectives on the new tax law and how it impacts taxpayers at the next PAC Lunch & Learn, held at BNY Mellon Wealth Management on Tuesday, February 15 at noon.

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Foundation PAC to Host Lunch & Learn on New Estate and Income Tax Law

Jan 28, 2011

As people across the country prepare to submit their taxes by the April 15 deadline, the Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will help shed light on the implications of the new tax law that was passed in December 2010 at the next PAC Lunch & Learn, held at BNY Mellon Wealth Management on Tuesday, February 15 at noon.

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Speakers Series

Jan 26, 2011

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27th Annual Judicial Reception Honorees

Jan 26, 2011

The 27th Annual Judicial Reception, hosted by the Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, will pay tribute to Judge Lester Langer, Judge Peter R. Palermo and attorney Cesar L. Alvarez, each of whom has guided the South Florida community in a unique and monumental way. Chaired this year by Jeffrey B. Kaplan along with Dennis G. Kainen, the popular event will take place on Tuesday, March 22 at 6 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Federation’s Attorneys’ Division to Host 27th Annual Judicial Reception

Jan 26, 2011

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will recognize the accomplishments of Judge Lester Langer, Judge Peter R. Palermo and attorney Cesar L. Alvarez at the 27th Annual Judicial Reception, Tuesday, March 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard.

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Young Adults Talk about the Negev

Jan 18, 2011

Negev Young Adults

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2011 Ben-Gurion Society Event Honors the Future of Jewish Philanthropy

Jan 18, 2011

More than 120 of Miami’s young Jewish philanthropists turned out for the 2011 Ben-Gurion Society Event, which recognized donors ages 25 to 45 who make a gift of $1,000 or more to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Jewish Miami Comes Out in Full Force to Support Israel at Community Summit

Jan 17, 2011

More than 1,200 concerned members of Miami’s Jewish community came together on Sunday, January 16 to become educated and empowered at a Community Summit Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Schedule Announced for Holocaust Education Week

Jan 17, 2011

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will promote greater awareness about the World War II era and its lessons for the future, as it presents the 9th Annual Holocaust Education Week, Monday, January 31 through Thursday, February 10, at venues throughout Miami-Dade County.

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 2

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 2

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Community Summit: Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Jan 16, 2011

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Israel Summit: First Panel Part 3

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - First Panel Part 3

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The Cantors Assembly

Jan 16, 2011

A video from The Cantors Assembly featuring Miami's Cantor Luis Cattan and Rabbi Ed Farber

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Community Summit: Michael Adler

Jan 16, 2011

Michael Adler Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Israel Summit: First Panel Part 4

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - First Panel Part 4

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Israel Summit: Michael Oren

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Michael Oren

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Community Summit: Steve Chabot

Jan 16, 2011

Steve Chabot Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 3

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 3

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Israel Summit: Ofer Bavly

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Ofer Bavly, Consul General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 4

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 4

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Israel Summit: First Panel Part 1

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - First Panel Part 1

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Community Summit: Norman Braman

Jan 16, 2011

Norman Braman Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 1

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 1

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JVC Senior Prom

Jan 16, 2011

Jewish Volunteer Center Senior Prom at the Michael Ann Russell JCC

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 6

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 6

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Israel Summit: First Panel Part 2

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - First Panel Part 2

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JVC Senior Prom

Jan 16, 2011

Jewish Volunteer Center Senior Prom at the Michael Ann Russell JCC

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Israel Summit: Second Panel Part 5

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Second Panel Part 5

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Israel Summit: Regina Zelonker

Jan 16, 2011

Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel - Closing remarks by Regina Zelonker

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Community Summit: Barbara Black Goldfarb

Jan 16, 2011

Barbara Black Goldfarb Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Community Summit: Rabbi Mark Kram

Jan 16, 2011

Rabbi Mark Kram Speaking at a Greater Miami Jewish Federation Community Summit on Combating the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Shabbat

Jan 15, 2011

Martin Luther King, Jr. Shabbat

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Tararam

Jan 15, 2011

Don't miss Tararam's performance at The Main Event this year.

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Chabad Chayil Hebrew School

Jan 15, 2011

Chabad Chayil Hebrew School

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Life in Yerucham

Jan 15, 2011

Two Otzma Israel program volunteers spent some time in Yerucham, a town in the Negev region of Israel, and partnership town of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Hear their perspective on life in Yerucham.

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Alper JCC Maccabees Go to the Dude Ranch

Jan 15, 2011

Alper JCC Maccabees Circle F at the Dude Ranch

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JVC Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Jan 15, 2011

Watch JVC Volunteers work hard preparing vegetable beds on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service at Roots in the City!

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OLAM Seminar Series Features Trio of Leadership Experts for 2011

Jan 6, 2011

After a stellar opening pair in the fall, the 2010-2011 OLAM Seminar Series from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation rolls into 2011 with three exciting programs focused on leadership development.

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OLAM Seminar Series Concludes with Program in May

Jan 6, 2011

Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky, Dean of the University of Miami School of Education, will be the featured speaker at the next program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2010-2011 OLAM (Organization for Leadership Advancement in Miami) Seminar Series.

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Miami Gives Back During Third Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day

Jan 4, 2011

Nearly 500 members of Miami’s Jewish community spent December 24 helping others as part of the Third Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day, sponsored by Ford Motor Company and coordinated by the Jewish Volunteer Center of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Volunteer Program to Benefit the Homeless on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Jan 3, 2011

On Monday, January 17, the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will once again take part in the Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service and Learning, honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy with a meaningful day of giving back to the community.

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ParnossahWorks Miami Event to Discuss the Power of Social Media

Dec 30, 2010

ParnossahWorks Miami, a job services program of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, will host a session about the power of social media at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 26 with Georgianne Brown, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Big Couch Media Group, a firm focused on auditing and evaluating various companies’ digital efforts.

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Pacesetter Event Brings Out the Best in Jewish Philanthropy

Dec 22, 2010

More than 450 of Miami’s most committed Jewish philanthropists came out in full force on Thursday, December 16 for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2011 Pacesetter Event at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

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Federation Offering Subsidies for Young Jewish Adults to Attend TribeFest

Dec 21, 2010

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is offering subsidies to help young Jewish adult attend TribeFest this March 6-8, when Jewish adults in their 20s and 30s from across the nation will gather in Las Vegas for an exciting three-day extravaganza that will offer an amazing mix of inspirational programming featuring music, food, arts, entertainment and a hands-on community service project.

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TribeFest Extravaganza Offers New Approach to Connecting with Judaism

Dec 21, 2010

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is offering subsidies to help young Jewish adult attend TribeFest this March 6-8, when Jewish adults in their 20s and 30s from across the nation will gather in Las Vegas for an exciting three-day extravaganza that will offer an amazing mix of inspirational programming featuring music, food, arts, entertainment and a hands-on community service project.

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Federation to Lead Advocacy Mission to Washington, D.C. in March

Dec 21, 2010

The Major Gifts Division and Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will lead the third annual advocacy mission to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday and Thursday, March 2 and 3, 2011.

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Georgianne Brown to Discuss Social Media at ParnossahWorks Miami Program

Dec 20, 2010

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The Main Event – A Night for Our Community to Celebrate Israel!

Dec 20, 2010

More than 1,200 supporters of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will come together for one important evening – The 2011 Main Event – on Thursday, February 24, 2011. This annual event is a “don’t-miss” occasion, with a delicious kosher dinner, compelling guest speakers, outstanding entertainment and a strong sense of community spirit.

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The Main Event
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dan Senor and Entertainment by Tararam
Honoring Stephen & Sandra Muss
with the Friend of Israel Humanitarian Award

Dec 20, 2010

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Update on Devastating Forest Fires in Northern Israel

Dec 9, 2010

As of December 6, almost all of the fires in Israel's Carmel Mountain region had been extinguished, and a few small spot fires remaining were expected to be doused shortly. The focus has now turned to assessing the human impact of the disaster.

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Foundation PAC to Host Lunch & Learn Discussing IRA/401k Conversion

Dec 9, 2010

Retirement funds can be tricky, but the Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will try to take some of the confusion out of the equation at its next Lunch & Learn session on Thursday, December 16.

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David P. Samson

Dec 3, 2010

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Stephen P. Emma, Alex S. Binstock and Benjamin D. Bohlmann

Dec 3, 2010

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Rabbi Yonah Bookstein, Naomi Wilzig and the World Erotic Art Museum

Dec 3, 2010

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This Chanukah, Share the Light

Dec 2, 2010

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Candlelight - The Maccabeats

Dec 2, 2010

"Candlelight" by the The Maccabeats

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Summit to Focus on Fighting Back Against the Campaign to Delegitimize Israel

Dec 1, 2010

An Israel Summit will be held on Sunday, January 16, 2011 at Jungle Island to educate our community on how to fight against the boycott, divestment and sanctions campaign against Israel, convened by the Jewish Community Relations Council.

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Third Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day Set for December 24

Dec 1, 2010

The Third Annual Jewish Community Volunteer Day, sponsored by Ford Motor Company, will take place on Friday, December 24, with more than a dozen hands-on projects throughout Miami-Dade County.

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The Network to Host ‘The White Feast’ Shabbat Dinner

Dec 1, 2010

The Network, Federation’s under-40 connection, will host “The White Feast” Shabbat Dinner on Friday, December 10, following Shabbat services at Temple Emanu-El in Miami Beach.

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Federation to Host Pacesetter Event Thursday, December 16

Dec 1, 2010

The Pacesetter Event Thursday, December 16 will feature Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will, for donors to the 2011 Federation/UJA Campaign, and members of The Foundation’s Star of David and Heritage Societies.

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Federation Gardens is Home to Two Centenarians

Nov 29, 2010

The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Federation Gardens in Kendall may be the best place to learn the secrets of long life. The independent living facility is the home of two healthy and strong centenarians — Ana Adler and Ignacio Llerena — who look and act as if they are decades younger.

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Federation to Send Second Medical Mission to Haiti in January 2011

Nov 28, 2010

Federation will send 15 healthcare professionals on a medical mission to Haiti from January 7 to January 14, 2011. There is no cost to participate in this trip in partnership with UM Miller School of Medicine’s Project Medishare for Haiti.

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‘Give Thanks. Give Help. Give Hope. It’s What Being Jewish Feels Like.’

Nov 28, 2010

Federation has launched the 2011 Campaign, which funds support in Miami, in Israel and overseas. This year is no different, as one in every eight people in our Jewish community receives some financial assistance from Federation and local Partner Agencies.

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Many Shabbat Programs Around Miami-Dade for Families with Young Children

Nov 24, 2010

Families with young children have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of Shabbat worship programs throughout Miami-Dade County.

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Lion of Judah Luncheon ‘Celebrating the Happiness We Get by Giving’

Nov 24, 2010

The annual Lion of Judah luncheon will be held on Tuesday, November 30, featuring bestselling author Marci Shimoff, the face behind the biggest self-help book in history — Chicken Soup for the Soul.

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2011 Ben-Gurion Society Event to be Held in January

Nov 23, 2010

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation 2011 Ben-Gurion Society Event will take place at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 13, 2011 in Miami Beach.

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JCRC Ensures Issues Remain at the Forefront

Nov 22, 2010

Jewish Community Relations Council is Federation’s public affairs and advocacy arm, standing up for social justice and raising awareness about important issues. Already this year, JCRC has hosted events on genocide, security and intergenerational topics.

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Many Programs Around Miami-Dade for Young Couples and Families with Young Children

Nov 16, 2010

Young couples and families with young children have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of Shabbat services and other activities throughout Miami-Dade County.

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Federation Collecting Funds in Response to Hurricane in Haiti

Nov 15, 2010

As part of the Jewish community’s response to the effects of Hurricane Tomas in Haiti, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate humanitarian aid to hurricane victims and their families.

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‘Young Lion’ Program Pairs B’nai Mitzvah Students with Holocaust Survivors

Nov 15, 2010

The Jewish Volunteer Center and the Miami Beach Holocaust Memorial have partnered for a Young Lion of Judah program to place B'nai Mitzvah students with Holocaust survivors who never had a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

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Jewish Volunteer Center Provides Hands-On Ways to Give Back

Nov 14, 2010

Looking for a meaningful way to use your talents, perform a mitzvah and make new friends? Look no further than Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center, the central clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities in Miami's Jewish community.

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Federation-Funded Mentoring Program a ‘Win-Win’ for Ethiopian-Israeli Teachers and Students

Nov 12, 2010

One of the ways Federation continues to assist the people of Israel is through a partnership with the Ethiopian-Israeli community in Pardes Channa-Karkur, including a mentoring program for elementary school students.

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Nov 8, 2010

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Miami Community to Celebrate Global Day of Jewish Learning Sunday, November 7

Nov 5, 2010

The Miami Jewish community will join more than 250 communities worldwide Sunday, November 7 for the Global Day of Jewish Learning. More than 30 special events will take place 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. across Miami-Dade County.

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Israel Changes Young Adults' Lives, One Free Trip at a Time

Oct 31, 2010

There’s no better way to connect to Judaism and the land of Israel than by visiting the Jewish state — except, of course, when you can do it for free. Registration for the December 2010 trips is now open — don’t delay!.

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The Network Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Advocacy Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Jewish Volunteer Center Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Women's Philanthropy Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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North Dade Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Advocacy Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Missions to Israel Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Missions Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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The Network Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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JewishMiami.TV

Oct 29, 2010

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North Dade Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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South Dade Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Jewish Volunteer Center Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Federation Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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The Foundation Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Oct 29, 2010

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South Dade Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Announcing the All-New JewishMiami.org

Oct 29, 2010

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Community Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Women's Philanthropy Photos

Oct 29, 2010

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Jewish Federation Members receive 10% off any ticket price by entering the code ONEDAY in the promo box.

Oct 29, 2010

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‘Party Politics’ Forum to Focus on the Facts in Advance of Election Day

Oct 22, 2010

“Party Politics: An Elections Forum” will be held on Wednesday, October 27 with State Reps. Adam Hasner and Richard Steinberg, presented by The Network and the Jewish Community Relations Council to inform voters as they head to the polls.

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Your Dollars at Work: ‘Susan’s House’ Provides Safe Haven for At-Risk Israeli Youth

Oct 22, 2010

Your donation to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign is working to help at-risk Israeli youth at “Susan’s House” in Jerusalem.

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Miami-Dade Jewish Educators Learn About Holocaust at Yad Vashem

Oct 21, 2010

A group of 10 Jewish educators from across Miami-Dade participated in an intensive study program at Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies, in partnership with the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.

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Federation Is Collecting Donations to Aid Pakistani Flood Victims

Oct 20, 2010

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to aid victims of the devastating floods in Pakistan.

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Federation Launches 2nd Annual Jewish Community Heroes Awards to Recognize and Promote Volunteerism

Oct 12, 2010

Jewish Community Heroes is a national initiative recognizing individuals who are bettering their communities through service. Nominations and votes for noteworthy individuals are now being accepted. Last year’s effort attracted over a half million votes.

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Families Donate School Supplies to JCS Kosher Food Bank

Oct 11, 2010

Members of the Politano family from North Dade recently took part in the annual Jewish Community Services of South Florida “Milk & Honey” program, which delivers kosher food baskets to seniors and others in need during the High Holidays.

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Jewish Community Brings Online Job Service to Miami

Oct 1, 2010

Since its launch in Spring 2010, ParnossahWorks — an online job service and initiative of F•E•G•S Health and Human Services System — has posted more than 100 jobs online, and more new job seekers sign up on the website every day.

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The Network Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Volunteer Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Missions Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Maimonides Society Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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South Dade Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Leadership Development Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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PAC Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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North Dade Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Women’s Philanthropy Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Chaplaincy Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Advocacy Multimedia Gallery

Aug 20, 2010

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Chanukah at Hebrew School 5771

Jul 25, 2010

Chanukah at Hebrew School 5771

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Aventura Pilates Teachers Dance into Lives of Ethiopian-Israeli Children in Pardes Channa-Karkur

Jul 15, 2010

Oriana Franco Azizollahoff and Renee Ricca of Aventura are helping to support a nascent dance program for Ethiopian-born children in Pardes Channa-Karkur, one of Miami's partnership cities in Israel.

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Rabbinical Association Announces New Slate of Officers

Jul 13, 2010

The Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM) has elected Rabbi Mark Kram, spiritual leader of Temple Beth Or, as its 2010–2011 President, as well as a full slate of Officers for the coming year.

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Israeli Deaf-Blind Theater Troupe

Jul 7, 2010

Israel's unique deaf-blind theater troupe.

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Download Publications and Brochures

Jun 1, 2010

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Jun 1, 2010

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Jun 1, 2010

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Download Publications and Brochures

Jun 1, 2010

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Download Publications and Brochures

Jun 1, 2010

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Download Publications and Brochures

Jun 1, 2010

On this page you will find links to download materials distributed by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. To view the brochures online, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Viewer installed.

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Download Publications and Brochures

Jun 1, 2010

On this page you will find links to download materials distributed by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. To view the brochures online, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Viewer installed.

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BDS Advocacy

Apr 4, 2010

Jewish Community Relations Council

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Happy 63rd Birthday Israel!

Apr 4, 2010

Celebrate Yom Haatzmaut on Tuesday, May 10, 2011.

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Fighting for Israel's Independence

Apr 4, 2010

Volunteers Who Came to Fight for Israel's Independence

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Interview with Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

Mar 7, 2010

US Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen talks about the importance of Super Sunday in Miami's Jewish community at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on March 7, 2010

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Thank You for Giving

Mar 7, 2010

Thank you for giving to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign.

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Community Invited to Celebrate 'Shabbat Across Miami' February 19 and 20

Feb 19, 2010

Join the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, participating Miami-Dade County synagogues, Jewish day schools and agencies, as well as worshippers throughout the community for a special Shabbat celebration on Friday and Saturday, February 19 and 20.

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Federation Collecting Funds in Response to Hurricane in Haiti

Feb 1, 2010

As part of the Jewish community’s response to the massive earthquake on January 12 in Haiti, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is collecting funds to provide immediate humanitarian aid to earthquake victims and their families. One hundred percent of all contributions to this fund are being allocated directly to the relief effort.

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Federation's Attorneys' Division Hosts 26th Annual Judicial Reception

Jan 30, 2010

The Attorneys’ Division of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation will recognize the accomplishments of Judge Paul C. Huck, Judge Scott J. Silverman and attorney Donald I. Bierman

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Women with a Mission on a Mission to Israel

Jan 14, 2010

The Women’s Department of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has scheduled an extraordinary mission to Israel from April 13 to April 20, 2010.*

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Alternative Spring Breaks in Israel Available for College Students

Jan 8, 2010

If you’re a college student, here’s a chance to make your spring break much more meaningful with an Alternative Spring Break (ASB), presented by the Jewish National Fund, in partnership with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Jewish Volunteer Center, and the Israel and Overseas Department.

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UM Offers Spring 2010 Semester in Israel

Jan 6, 2010

The University of Miami’s study-abroad campus in Israel — UGalilee — is offering a unique opportunity for students to study for the Spring 2010 semester in the north of Israel, the birthplace of Rabbinic Judaism and early Christianity.

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Interest-free Loans Provide Opportunities for Miami-Dade Students

Jan 3, 2010

With so many families struggling to pay for even the most basic necessities, finding dollars to send a child to college can be even more challenging. But thanks to the Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF), some Miami-Dade County students were able to find the “last dollars” they needed to participate in higher education.

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Happy Chanukah

Dec 8, 2009

Happy Chanukah from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

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Kulanu Leadership and Educational Program for Teens Launches

Dec 5, 2009

An innovative Jewish leadership and educational program for teens — Kulanu — will be launched in December connecting three cities: Miami, Buenos Aires and Yerucham.

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2010 Federation/UJA Campaign

Oct 5, 2009

These are serious times. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation provides real solutions.

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L'Shanah Tovah

Sep 22, 2009

L'Shanah Tovah from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation! Visit JewishMiami.org today.

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Elmer Marmorstein

Apr 2, 2009

Holocaust survivor Elmer Marmorstein, AIA, interviewed by David Freer

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Senior Programming

Apr 2, 2009

Senior Programming at the Michael-Ann Russell JCC

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Humanitarian Awards

Apr 2, 2009

Shari Arison Receiving the Humanitarian Awards from the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

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Why This Passover Is Different

Apr 2, 2009

Every year, we tell the story of our delivery from oppression to freedom, and briefly open our door to welcome strangers to join us. This year, symbolism isn't enough.

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Alper JCC Basketball

Apr 2, 2009

Alper JCC Basketball. What an amazing shot!

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Tikkun Olam - Repair the World

Apr 2, 2009

Tikkun Olam - Repair the World

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Yom HaShoah Community Commemoration

Yom HaShoah Community Commemoration

This Sunday, May 5, come together with your Miami community to pay tribute to the 6 million Jewish men, women and children who were murdered during the Holocaust and honor the strength and courage of the Survivors.

Don’t Miss The 86th Annual Meeting

Don’t Miss The 86th Annual Meeting

During this important event, taking place at the Jungle Island Ballroom, Federation will install our 2024-2025 Board of Directors, Trustees, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations, including incoming Chair of the Board Lily Serviansky and incoming General Campaign Chair Mojdeh Khaghan Daniel.

Federation Helps Kibbutz Or HaNer

Federation Helps Kibbutz Or HaNer

As communities across Israel struggle to recover from Hamas’ brutal terrorist attacks of October 7, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is partnering with one affected kibbutz to provide vital financial and emotional support.

The Last Ones: Holocaust Survivors Share Their Stories

The Last Ones: Holocaust Survivors Share Their Stories

The Last Ones, a multidimensional project incorporating video, podcasts, books and more, received a Federation grant to further its mission of creating a link between the last living Holocaust Survivors and younger generations

Main Office/The Foundation

305.576.4000

Stanley C. Myers Building
4200 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33137-3279
Fax: 305.573.8115

North Dade Branch

305.705.0800

Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center on the Sanford L. Ziff Campus
18900 NE 25 Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33180

South Dade Branch

305.595.5151

Alper JCC Miami on The Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus
11155 SW 112 Avenue
Miami, FL 33176

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The Mission of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is to mobilize human and financial resources to care for those in need, strengthen Jewish life and advance the unity, values and shared purpose of the Jewish people in Miami, in Israel and around the world.