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May 23, 2023

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation Celebrates 85th Anniversary

Hundreds of members of Miami’s Jewish community came together on Wednesday, May 24 at the Jungle Island Ballroom for the 85th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Chaired by Silvia and Miguel Assor, the luncheon awarded five dedicated volunteer leaders for their significant commitment to Federation and tikkun olam (repairing the world). Leslie G. Benitah and Jason Haim received the Stanley C. Myers Presidents’ Leadership Award. Lisa Goldstein was honored with the Robert Russell Fellowship Award. Michelle Kahan and Isaac Mizrahi received the Sandra C. Goldstein Young Leadership Award. Additionally, the 2023-2024 Board of Directors, Trustee, Leadership Council and Council of Jewish Organizations was also installed. Jacob Solomon, Federation President and CEO, reflected on the 85th anniversary of the creation of Federation with a special toast: “We give thanks for all those whose words and deeds have united our community and have enabled us to bring help and hope to those in need, while advancing Jewish life everywhere. May our leaders continue to inspire and guide us in our rich tradition of tzedakah ... social justice ... and may our community continue to go from strength to strength for many generations to come.”

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Despite a war with Iran, ballistic missiles and Israel’s closed airspace, this year’s delegation of summer camp shlichim (emissaries) is the largest ever.

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Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

When emergency sirens blare in Israel, most people run quickly to safety in shelters, but for those with disabilities, this may be impossible, which is why Federation is funding essential programs that help during wars, terror attacks and more.

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Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Join Jewish Miami on Tuesday, July 22 for the Annual Commemoration of the tragic AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) Jewish Community Center bombing in Argentina 31 years ago.

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Hurricane Season Is Here

Hurricane Season Is Here

You can join the 2025 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to support our community if a disaster strikes.

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