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Mar 14, 2023

Create a Lasting Legacy With Federation’s Legacy Match Life Insurance Program

If you are looking for a more accessible way to create a Jewish legacy in our community, consider The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Legacy Match Life Insurance Program. Yosef "Yosi" Shwedel, Campaign Chair of Federation’s International Division and a member of the Jewish Federations of North America National Young Leadership Cabinet, and his wife, Rosy, recently took advantage of this unique opportunity to become The Foundation’s newest Forever Pacesetters.

“About 13 years ago, my family and I came from a thriving and strong Jewish community in Mexico to make Miami our new home," said Shwedel. "We were so thankful to the Miami Jewish community for welcoming us with open arms. We became Forever Pacesetters to ensure that Jewish Miami continues to grow and flourish for future generations, including those who have made Miami their new home just as we did years ago.”

Forever Pacesetters are donors who have chosen to perpetuate their annual Pacesetter-level gift of $10,000 or more with a legacy commitment of $200,000 or more. By making a commitment through the Legacy Match Life Insurance Program, they will make life insurance payments for only five years, with Federation providing 50% matching funds.

To learn more about creating a meaningful legacy gift through life insurance, contact Scott Kaplan, The Foundation Director, at [email protected] or 786.866.8623.

October 7 Commemorations

October 7 Commemorations

Three years after the viscous October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel, Jewish Miami will come together to remember those we lost, honor the courage of the heroes and stand united with Israel and the Jewish people.

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Improving Medical Care in Israel’s Periphery

Improving Medical Care in Israel’s Periphery

Nearly three years after October 7, getting medical treatments in certain parts of Israel can still be challenging, which is why Federation is helping recruit, retain and develop physicians in the country’s periphery.

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Federation Equips Schoolchildren in Ukraine

Federation Equips Schoolchildren in Ukraine

As Jewish children across Ukraine headed back to school earlier this month, Federation helped ensure they had what they needed to make their academic year a success — physically and emotionally.

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September Is Suicide Prevention Month

September Is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness, encourage open conversations and remind our community that help is available.

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