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Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Honors Local Survivors

Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach Honors Local Survivors

As a meaningful way to celebrate Holocaust Survivor Day, the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach recently held a special luncheon honoring our community's survivors. More than a dozen survivors volunteer at the Memorial throughout the year, sharing their personal stories with tens of thousands of visitors of all ages.
Thrive North – Youth Helps Israeli Students Get Back on Track

Thrive North – Youth Helps Israeli Students Get Back on Track

With many northern Israeli students falling behind in their studies due to the stress of ongoing rockets attacks, a Federation-supported program has enabled them to complete the school year.
Miami Birthright Cohort Visits Federation Partners in Israel

Miami Birthright Cohort Visits Federation Partners in Israel

“I’ve loved every moment so far,” said Birthright Israel participant Dani Waijman, who arrived on Monday with a Miami cohort for 10 adventure-packed days in Israel. Birthright Israel, a partner of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, pairs diverse members of Jewish communities with their Israeli peers for a truly immersive experience.
Recognizing Haitian Heritage Month With Local Partners

Recognizing Haitian Heritage Month With Local Partners

In honor of May’s Jewish American Heritage Month and Haitian Heritage Month, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) came together with our Haitian partners during Miami’s 10 Days of Connection.
Be Part of Our Community’s Response During Hurricane Season

Be Part of Our Community’s Response During Hurricane Season

Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is seeking volunteers for the 2026 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to help others in our community in the event of a weather emergency. With eight to 14 named storms predicted for the current hurricane season, now is the time to prepare in case one threatens our area.
Federation Thanks Outgoing Leadership and Installs New Board

Federation Thanks Outgoing Leadership and Installs New Board

More than 250 members of Jewish Miami came together this week at the 88th Annual Meeting to honor and thank Lily Serviansky for two years of dedicated service as Board Chair of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.
College Students Experience Israel Through Onward Internships

College Students Experience Israel Through Onward Internships

Twenty-six Miami-area college students are having the experience of a lifetime in Israel right now during their eight-week Birthright Israel Onward internships.
Holocaust Memorial Awards Two Scholarships for Outstanding Research

Holocaust Memorial Awards Two Scholarships for Outstanding Research

The Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach has awarded two graduate students with the Fruma and Murray Berger Scholarship in Jewish Resistance During the Holocaust. The annual award, created by Miami Beach resident Ralph S. Berger in memory of his parents who were Holocaust survivors and resistance fighters, recognizes outstanding student research in this critical field of study.
We Are #JewishMiamiStrong During Jewish American Heritage Month — and Always!

We Are #JewishMiamiStrong During Jewish American Heritage Month — and Always!

Your Miami Federation proudly celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) throughout May with several visible events across our community.
Federation Is Helping the Entire Bnei Menashe Community Make Aliyah by 2030

Federation Is Helping the Entire Bnei Menashe Community Make Aliyah by 2030

With Federation’s help, the entire Bnei Menashe community from northeast India will be making aliyah by 2030. Descended from the biblical tribe of Menashe, this remote Jewish population in Manipur and Mizoram has maintained its Jewish traditions and a fervent hope to return to the Jewish homeland.
Jewish Miami Advocates In Washington, DC for Security Funding

Jewish Miami Advocates In Washington, DC for Security Funding

Miami's Jewish community leaders traveled to Washington, DC twice this month to advocate for Jewish communal security funding, support for Israel and against antisemitism.
UM Hillel Birthright Cohort Visits Federation Partner City Yerucham

UM Hillel Birthright Cohort Visits Federation Partner City Yerucham

A recent visit by the University of Miami (UM) Hillel Birthright Israel trip to Federation partner city Yerucham was both an education and a celebration of Miami-Israel unity.
Make an Impact on the Future by Creating a Planned Gift Today

Make an Impact on the Future by Creating a Planned Gift Today

What impact will you make on the Jewish community beyond your lifetime? As “Leave a Legacy Month” ends, now is a wonderful time to explore opportunities to make it happen.
Energy and Excitement at the 8th Annual CAJE Robotics Festival

Energy and Excitement at the 8th Annual CAJE Robotics Festival

Earlier this month, The Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE) held its Eighth Annual South Florida Jewish Day School Robotics Festival.
Israeli Division Helps Locals Celebrate Shavuot

Israeli Division Helps Locals Celebrate Shavuot

Ahead of Shavuot, Federation’s Israeli Division gathered at Jewish Community Services (JCS) Kosher Food Bank to prepare holiday food baskets for older adults.
Graduating Seniors: Hillel Wants to Welcome You to Campus

Graduating Seniors: Hillel Wants to Welcome You to Campus

Hillel is so excited to get to know the class of 2030, they’re giving away $500 gift cards to 18 lucky students! Ensure your graduating senior is connected to their campus Hillel by filling out this form and they’ll be instantly entered into Hillel’s Graduation Giveaway and receive a free welcome gift.
Lions of Judah: The Pride of Jewish Miami

Lions of Judah: The Pride of Jewish Miami

Women’s Philanthropy recently welcomed new Lions of Judah from the past two years to the sisterhood for an intimate brunch to share the pride. More than 65 women gathered to learn about its unique history, hear stories about how wearing the Lion pin connects women and their shared commitment to care for those in need and strengthen Jewish life.
Miami Resident and US District Judge Explores Claims Against Israel in New Book

Miami Resident and US District Judge Explores Claims Against Israel in New Book

The New York Times bestseller Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence, and the Law, by the Honorable Roy K. Altman, is making waves for its rigorous examination of the escalating Israel-Gaza debate. In the book, US District Judge Altman, a Miami resident, brings legal rigor and methodology to one of the world’s most contentious dispute.
Don’t Miss the 88th Annual Meeting

Don’t Miss the 88th Annual Meeting

Let’s toast outgoing Chair of the Board Lily Serviansky together at the 88th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 p.m. at Jungle Island. We will wish “L’Chaim to Lily!” over a buffet dinner and honor her two years of outstanding service at a special evening chaired by Colleen and Richard Fain.
Using Technology to Coordinate Volunteers in Israel

Using Technology to Coordinate Volunteers in Israel

With Federation support, the Israeli Volunteering Council (IVC) is using breakthrough digital technology to organize hundreds of thousands of volunteers to help Israelis in need. Since the emotional, physical and economic devastation experienced by Israelis following the October 7 attacks and during ensuing conflicts, volunteers from across the country and around the world have rallied to provide vital assistance.
Miami Birthright Cohort Explores Israel

Miami Birthright Cohort Explores Israel

The group of 28 will visit Federation partner city Yerucham for an introduction to the Miami-Yerucham Partnership and Pardes Hana to meet local members of Ethiopian-Israeli community.

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Helping Israeli Students Get Back on Track

Helping Israeli Students Get Back on Track

With many northern Israel students falling behind in their studies due to the stress of ongoing rockets attacks, a Federation-supported program has enabled them to complete the school year.

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Haitian Heritage Month

Haitian Heritage Month

In honor of May’s Haitian Heritage Month, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council came together with our Haitian partners during Miami’s 10 Days of Connection.

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Be Part of the Hurricane Response Team

Be Part of the Hurricane Response Team

Federation’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) is seeking volunteers for the 2026 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to help others in our community in the event of a weather emergency.

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