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Dec 22, 2019

Incubator Grants Make a Difference in the Community

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Now in its seventh year, Federation’s Jewish Incubator Grants Program recently awarded $70,000 allocated from the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign to 16 organizations that make a difference in Miami. With an eye toward developing innovative and impactful programs, the 2020 grant recipients enrich our local Jewish community by providing a safety net for the vulnerable, strengthening Jewish identity and building community. “We are so proud of the programs which span various generations, from teens to the elderly,” said Jewish Incubator Grants Committee Co-chair Edward Beiner. "They will make such a difference for so many individuals." Committee Co-chair Alexandra Lehson added, “We have had the privilege of helping innovative new programs launch and expanding top-notch existing programs in order to provide crucial services to the most vulnerable in our community.” Read more.

Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its JCRC and RAGM horrified and saddened by the mass shooting at Hanukkah event in Sydney

Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its JCRC and RAGM horrified and saddened by the mass shooting at Hanukkah event in Sydney

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM) are horrified and saddened over the mass shooting in Sydney, Australia, targeting the Jewish community during a Hanukkah celebration and murdering at least 11 people and injuring dozens more.

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Make a Difference Before Year End

Make a Difference Before Year End

While the year is ending, the needs of Jews in Miami, in Israel and around the world will continue and as always, Federation will be there to help.

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Grocery Gift Cards: A Meaningful Mitzvah During Chanukah

Grocery Gift Cards: A Meaningful Mitzvah During Chanukah

Leading up to Chanukah, clients of Jewish Community Services (JCS) Kosher Food Bank are receiving grocery gift cards along with their regular food packages, thanks to the generosity of Federation donors.

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The Kallah Project Provides Wedding Gown for Former Hostage

The Kallah Project Provides Wedding Gown for Former Hostage

During a visit to Miami, an Israeli couple reunited after 491 days apart decided to renew their wedding vows — with help from The Kallah Project.

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