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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.

Playing Basketball in Israel

Playing Basketball in Israel

In a powerful display of resilience and hope, former hostages and survivors of October 7 took to the courts during the 2026 Maccabiah, along with Israeli basketball legends and new olim (immigrants).

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Starting the School Year Ready With JVC

Starting the School Year Ready With JVC

Federation’s JVC visited the Everglades Rec Center with a group of volunteers to spend time with children of migrant workers and help fill their backpacks.

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Take Action on Jewish Communal Security

Take Action on Jewish Communal Security

The bipartisan Jewish American Security Act (S. 4576 & HR 9211) would strengthen protections for Jewish communities through increased security funding, stronger student protections, and new tools to combat antisemitism.

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Interest-Free Loans for Higher Education

Interest-Free Loans for Higher Education

Jewish students can now apply for need-based, interest-free loans covering college, graduate school and vocational programs through JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund), a Federation partner agency.

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