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Dec 13, 2021

A Founder of Jewish Federations’ Lion of Judah Women’s Philanthropy Group Dies at 93

Pioneering Cofounder of Jewish Federation Women's Philanthropy Lion of Judah Norma Kipnis Wilson passed away earlier this week. Kipnis Wilson, who became known around the world for her activism and dedication to breaking barriers for women, died Tuesday in Aventura from lung cancer. She was 93. The idea to start a charitable group for women came to her in a dream more than 50 years ago. "I went to sleep and I dreamed of a Lion of Judah," she said. Click here to read the complete article by Carli Teproff in the Miami Herald.

Help Nepal Recover

Help Nepal Recover

More than one week since catastrophic flooding and landslides in Nepal, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and our partners are providing critical support to those affected.

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The Power of Jewish Summer Camp Scholarships

The Power of Jewish Summer Camp Scholarships

Recognizing the importance of engaging young people in Jewish life during their formative years, this year’s Federation scholarships made it easier for 323 Miami-area youth to participate in Jewish overnight summer camps.

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Israel’s North Is Ready to Welcome You

Israel’s North Is Ready to Welcome You

Working with the regional councils, the local community center and residents who personally know the area, Federation and our partners are renovating and upgrading nearly 100 B&B so they are ready to welcome guests again as tourism gradually returns to the North.

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The Young Lion of Judah Program for B’nai Mitzvah students

The Young Lion of Judah Program for B’nai Mitzvah students

This unique project pairs teens with local Holocaust survivors to build meaningful intergenerational friendships.

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