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Stories We Share: A Nu Reads Celebration
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 03/09/2026 @ 12:23 PM
Wednesday, March 18 @ 7:00 pm
Auditorium (Building 1, 2nd Floor, Room 1261) 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132 United States
In collaboration with the Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads initiative, Miami Book Fair presents Stories We Share: A Nu Reads Celebration.
Our first event, on Wednesday, March 18th, will feature a conversation with leading voices in contemporary Jewish literature, Maya Arad, Allegra Goodman, Rachel Kadish, and Tova Mirvis, moderated by Stacey Mindich.
The panel ends at 8, but don’t miss the after-party! We’re closing out the night with a Klezmer band, live vocals, noshes, and more.
This first event in our series is presented in partnership with the Jewish Book Council’s Nu Reads, a bi-monthly subscription box that delivers Jewish books straight to your door.
Use the code NUMIAMI, for 15% off Nu Reads subscriptions.
Books will be available for purchase from Books & Books.
Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program 2026
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 02/26/2026 @ 11:25 AM
Attention College & Graduate Students!
The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation wants to help fund your education! If you're a Jewish undergraduate or graduate student in need of financial assistance, you may qualify for the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program.
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31
Eligibility: Must be enrolled or accepted in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college or university in Miami-Dade or Broward counties.
Last year, 27 students received tuition assistance through this program. Since its launch in 2016, more than $200,000 has been awarded to help students like you achieve their academic goals!
Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today
One Happy Camper Grants for First-Time Campers
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 02/25/2026 @ 09:48 AM
One Happy Camper is a program of the Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) in partnership with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish overnight camps across North America. One Happy Camper provides grants of UP TO $1,000 to families with children attending non-profit, mission-driven Jewish overnight camp for the first time.
Eligibility criteria for first-time campers:
- Miami-Dade County resident
- For ages 8–17
- Attending public school or non-Jewish private school
- Attending a non-profit, Jewish, overnight camp listed on Find A Camp Find A Camp
- Enrolled in camp for a minimum of 12 consecutive days
- Has not previously attended Jewish camp (Campers who previously attended camp for 11 days or less are still eligible for first-time camper grants)
- Jewish day school or yeshiva students are not eligible
Jewish Grandparents Network 2026 Learning Fest
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 12/22/2025 @ 01:20 PM

Tuesday, January 27 | 3-6:30 PM
The first virtual global gathering of Jewish grandparents — the fastest growing demographic shaping the future of Jewish communities.
This virtual event will bring together grandparents and educators, clergy and communal leaders for an immersive experience filled with joyful learning featuring a keynote and 10 expert voices from grandparent-focused fields. Participants will gain insights on navigating family dynamics and bringing Judaism to life with their grandchildren, join interest-based meetups, and engage through real-time interaction tools.
Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 03/04/2025 @ 10:57 AM
Attention College & Graduate Students!
The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation wants to help fund your education! If you're a Jewish undergraduate or graduate student in need of financial assistance, you may qualify for the Sylvia Tuman Scholarship Program.
Application Deadline: Saturday, May 31
Eligibility: Must be enrolled or accepted in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college or university in Miami-Dade or Broward counties.
Last year, 20 students received tuition assistance through this program. Since its launch in 2016, more than $200,000 has been awarded to help students like you achieve their academic goals!
Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today
Eshel South Florida Hannukah Party
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 12/23/2024 @ 09:54 AM
Celebrate Hannukah with Eshel’s South Florida Chapter!
Sunday, December 29, 6-9 PM

Light dinner, Menorah lighting and singing
Connect with warm, inclusive, community and enjoy delicious holiday foods.
For Orthodox+ and LGBTQIA+ people and their families
Hallandale Beach (Address provided upon RSVP)
One Happy Camper Grants for First-Time Campers
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 11/26/2024 @ 01:23 PM

One Happy Camper is a program of the Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) in partnership with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and Jewish overnight camps across North America. One Happy Camper provides grants of UP TO $1,000 to families with children attending non-profit, mission-driven Jewish overnight camp for the first time.
Eligibility criteria for first-time campers:
- Miami-Dade County resident
- For ages 8–17
- Attending public school or non-Jewish private school
- Attending a non-profit, Jewish, overnight camp listed on Find A Camp
- Enrolled in camp for a minimum of 12 consecutive days
- Has not previously attended Jewish camp (Campers who previously attended camp for 11 days or less are still eligible for first-time camper grants.)
- Jewish day school or yeshiva students are not eligible but may be eligible for a need-based scholarship

APPLY NOW! 2025 GMJF GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 07/16/2024 @ 01:10 PM

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is now accepting applications for two grant opportunities for 2025: Women’s Impact Initiative Grants and Jewish Incubator Grants.
To be considered for Women’s Impact Initiative Grants, proposals should identify obstacles self-identifying women and girls face and develop creative responses that promote social, economic and political equality.
Jewish Incubator Grants support nonprofits that strengthen Miami’s Jewish community through innovative and impactful programs. Jewish organizations with creative and forward-thinking ideas that enrich social service, educational or Jewish identity-building activities are invited to apply.
Grant applications for both opportunities are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024.
Click here for more information and to apply.
South Dade Community Yom Ha’Atzmaut
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 05/02/2024 @ 01:51 PM
Monday, May 13, 5 PM

Join us at Bet Shira Congregation for South Dade Community Yom Ha’Atzmaut Program: lively Israeli music that will get you dancing, a delicious spread of Israeli cuisine, a chance to experience Krav Maga firsthand and learn rikkudim (Israeli dance) from an experienced instructor and more!
Participating Organizations: Alper JCC, Temple Beth Am, Bet Shira Congregation, Temple Israel, The Center For Jewish Life at Beth David & UM Hillel**
Bet Shira Congregation, 7500 SW 120th St, Miami
Cost: Free admission.
For information, contact Jenine Simon at [email protected]
Beth Torah Yom Ha'Zikaron With the Israeli Consulate
Posted by Maayan Nafshi on 05/02/2024 @ 01:41 PM
Sunday, May 12, 7 PM
Join us at Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus for Yom Ha'Zikaron with the Israeli Consulate.to honor Israeli fallen soldiers and victims of terror,
Beth Torah Benny Rock Campus, 20350 NE 26th Avenue, North Miami
Free admission
For information contact Dr. Gabriela Rascovsky at [email protected]




