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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.

Protecting Jewish Miami

Protecting Jewish Miami

During this time of alarming worldwide antisemitism and attacks on Jewish people and institutions, Federation’s Office of Community Security (OCS) and its partners are working daily to protect Jewish Miami.

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Israeli Teens Share Robotics Expertise With Miami Campers

Israeli Teens Share Robotics Expertise With Miami Campers

Israeli teens from Federation’s partner city of Yerucham recently traveled to Miami for nearly two weeks to mentor local kids and young adults in robotics and other STEM topics, all while strengthening their connection to Israel.

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Fund for Victims of Terror Brings Israelis Respite and Joy

Fund for Victims of Terror Brings Israelis Respite and Joy

This summer, a women’s retreat for spouses of wounded IDF soldiers and an amusement park outing for war-weary Israelis helped traumatized Israelis find moments of peace.

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Apply Now to Diller Teen Fellows

Apply Now to Diller Teen Fellows

Applications are still being accepted for the 2026-2027 Cohort for the Diller Teens Fellows program, a leadership development opportunity for 10- and 11th-graders.

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