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May 23, 2023

City of Kyiv, Ukraine, Recognizes Jewish Federations of North America for War Relief

In recognition of ongoing international support during the war between Russia and Ukraine, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv has built an “Avenue of International Aid” in its Independence Square, planting seven Japanese cherry trees to thank the seven countries that have been at the forefront of relief efforts. These countries are Canada, Germany, Great Britain, Israel, Lithuania, Poland and the US. The center tree honors Israel, with a plaque carrying the names and logos of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and the Israel Trauma Coalition, as well as a QR code linking to a brief explanation of JFNA activities in Ukraine. Since the outbreak of the war, JFNA has raised a collective $90 million to support the work of core partners the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, The Jewish Agency for Israel and World ORT, and more than 85 NGOs — including the Israel Trauma Coalition — which are providing humanitarian aid and relief to refugees in Ukraine and neighboring countries.

Volunteer for Jewish Spiritual Care


Volunteer for Jewish Spiritual Care


Applications are being accepted for Mishkan Miami’s Refuat Ha-Nefesh, a unique volunteer experience that provides training for Jews, ages 21 and older, in the art of Jewish spiritual care.

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Brodie Family Legacy

Brodie Family Legacy

Steve and Shelly Brodie are carrying on a legacy of leading philanthropic efforts that benefit South Florida’s diverse community.

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Summer Camp for Israeli Victims of Terror


Summer Camp for Israeli Victims of Terror


This summer, more than 100 Israeli youngsters ages six to 16 living near the Gaza Strip experienced the joy and relief of summer camp far from the violence and bombings that have become part of their everyday life.

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Igor Shteyrenberg Day

Igor Shteyrenberg Day

Mazal tov to Igor Shteyrenberg, Executive Director of the Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF), who was recently honored by Mayor Dan Gelber and the City of Miami Beach with a Proclamation dedicating August 23rd as “Igor Shteyrenberg Day.”

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