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Aug 13, 2026

Miami JCCs Participated in JCC Maccabi Games in Toronto and Kansas City

Alper JCC Miami and Miami Beach JCC proudly represented Jewish Miami in last week’s JCC Maccabi Games in Toronto and Kansas City. In total, 3,000 teens from around the world gathered to celebrate sportsmanship and Jewish spirit. In Toronto, 21 athletes, ages 13-17, from Alper JCC Miami, competed in boys and girls basketball, soccer, dance and Access, a program for athletes with disabilities. They won multiple medals, including two gold in dance. “It was a historic week,” said Alper CMO Greg Feldman, “filled with competition, connection, Jewish pride and memories that will last a lifetime.” Miami Beach brought 19 competitors to Kansas City for 17U and 13U boys basketball, winning silver and bronze medals. Swimmer Mia Samuels took five medals, including one gold. “We are so proud of all those who represented our community so well,” said Miami Beach JCC CEO Paul Frishman.

Record-Breaking Turnout in Israeli Elections

Record-Breaking Turnout in Israeli Elections

Israel’s robust democracy was on full display as citizens turned out in droves to exercise their right to vote in this week’s national election — the first to occur since Hamas’ brutal terrorist attacks on October 7, and what many are calling the most crucial election in the country’s history.

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A Day-long Commemoration of Kristallnacht on Monday, November 9.

A Day-long Commemoration of Kristallnacht on Monday, November 9.

At the Education Center of Federation’s Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, Jewish Miami will gather to learn about and honor the victims of the Night of Broken Glass.

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New Grants Supporting Israelis With Disabilities

New Grants Supporting Israelis With Disabilities

Federation’s Israel & Overseas Committee recently approved $150,000 in new grants to six Israeli nonprofits that support inclusion and greater independence for people with disabilities in a variety of settings.

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Thanks Archbishop Wensky For His Friendship

Thanks Archbishop Wensky For His Friendship

Jewish Miami extends our heartfelt gratitude to Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski for calling on Catholics to stand with their Jewish brothers and sisters during the time of increased antisemitism.

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