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Apr 16, 2025

Celebrate Israeli Independence Day With Your Friends and Neighbors

Yom Ha’Atzmaut, Israeli Independence Day, is Thursday, May 1, and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate right here in Miami! From rikudim (Israeli dance) shows and Krav Maga demonstrations to concerts, Israeli-themed arts and crafts activities and Lunch & Learns, there is something for everyone. Our recently released Jewish Miami: A 2024 Community Study demonstrated that Miami Jews have a deep connection to Israel and are highly engaged in Jewish community. Remarkably, 97 percent feel a sense of belonging to the Jewish people and 78 percent feel emotionally attached to Israel, compared to 58 percent nationally. Now more than ever, it’s time to come together in pride, unity and ruach to celebrate our ancestral homeland. Click here to see all the events celebrating the 77th anniversary of the State of Israel and then plan to attend.

Final Hostage Returned to Israel

Final Hostage Returned to Israel

With the remains of Police St. Sgt. Ran Gvili having been returned to his family earlier this week, there are no Israeli hostages being held in Gaza for the first time in 12 years.

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Supporting Injured Soldiers by Creating a Circle of Care

Supporting Injured Soldiers by Creating a Circle of Care

Through our work with Brothers for Life (BFL), Federation is committed to ensuring that every hero who sacrificed for Israel receives the care, community and lifelong support they deserve.

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Israel Engagement & Education Grants Announced

Israel Engagement & Education Grants Announced

Miami loves Israel and Federation’s new Israel Engagement & Education Grants are enabling nine local organizations to help connect Jewish Miamians of all ages with our spiritual homeland.

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Miami and Israeli Students Compete in Flag Football Tournament

Miami and Israeli Students Compete in Flag Football Tournament

Displaying the breadth of the Miami-Yerucham Partnership, Miami’s three Federation-funded JCCs recently came together for the Intra-JCC Flag Football League Tournament.

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