Home / See, Read & Share / Federation News

Nov 1, 2022

Interest-Free Loans Provide Relief in Tough Economic Times

With rampant inflation and the high costs of housing, food and gas, making ends meet is not always easy. Sometimes, a little short-term assistance can go a long way. For more than 30 years, Federation’s Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami (HFLA) has provided interest-free loans to members of the Jewish community and those who work for Miami's Jewish institutions to help bridge the gap during challenging times. HFLA offers loans to cover personal, business, emergency, adoption and fertility expenses, with a grace period of three months before payback begins. “This is really a hand-up, not a hand-out for people struggling during tough economic times,” says Jaclyn Bergman, HFLA Chair. “We want people to really feel good and supported by our Jewish community. And it’s a testament to our community that the vast majority of loans are paid back quickly to enable the next person to benefit.” Since the inception of HFLA, more than $4 million has been distributed through over 1,500 interest-free loans. To learn more, watch this short video, featuring HFLA’s Immediate Past Chair Michelle Ben-Aviv and several loan recipients. To apply for an economic relief loan, click here.

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Offered at a variety of cemeteries and virtually on Zoom, participants will join together in memory and prayer and light a yahrzeit candle for those who brought light into this world. Following the short program, you can visit the graves of loved ones with relevant materials provided.

Read More

Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami are once again partnering with local synagogues to make High Holiday services accessible to all.

Read More

All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

As we approach the High Holidays, it’s important to remember that all people — those with disabilities and those without — want to participate in community prayer. That is why Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) is sharing valuable resources to elevate worship and celebrate Judaism.

Read More

Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Hundreds of people from across Jewish Miami gathered recently at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens to thank the outgoing Federation Women’s Philanthropy Board of Directors for their outstanding service and to install new leadership for the coming year.

Read More

Stay in Touch

Receive news about Greater Miami Jewish Federation events and more.