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Jul 1, 2020

Masa Israel Journey Offers Gap Year Options

Many American universities are planning to offer remote learning in the fall due to the coronavirus pandemic and some students are feeling reticent about the transition to online learning. For those looking for an alternative, this year provides an opportunity to explore gap year options with Masa Israel Journey. Supported by your donations to the Annual Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign, Masa provides young adults ages 18-30 with immersive, life-changing journeys. While Israel remains closed to tourists, Masa participants receive a special visa that allows them to enter the country. With more than 200 courses lasting five to 12 months, the options are endless. Participants strengthen their connection to Israel and commitment to Jewish life. Since Masa’s founding in 2004, more than 150,000 young people from more than 60 countries have joined in its programs. Click here for more information and to apply.

Donate Before December 31

Donate Before December 31

There’s still time to donate to the Annual Federation Campaign for a better and brighter 2026 for the Jewish people.

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Surf Therapy Helping Traumatized Israelis

Surf Therapy Helping Traumatized Israelis

Your Federation support provides innovative and essential treatment for Israelis traumatized by the recent war through HaGal Sheli (My Wave) surf therapy.

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JVC Season for Giving Makes Big Impact

JVC Season for Giving Makes Big Impact

During our Jewish Volunteer Center’s 18th Annual Season for Giving, participants helped feed more than 500 people, wrapped more than 1,500 gifts for hospitalized children packed more than 300 happy holiday bags for children.

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Assisting Ethiopian-Israelis

Assisting Ethiopian-Israelis

Recognizing the unique challenges of those who have immigrated to Israel from Ethiopia, Federation supports programs that help them acclimate to our spiritual homeland.

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