“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” –Anne Frank
JEWISH VOLUNTEER CENTER JEWISH VOLUNTEER CENTER
A PROGRAM OF THE GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION
Let the Jewish Volunteer Center help your organization with volunteer projects The Jewish Volunteer Center provides consultation and technical assistance in volunteer management and assists with volunteer recruitment. We strive to support and strengthen your organization’s programs. To learn more about how you can enhance your volunteer program, contact us for a consultation.
GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION Stanley C. Myers Building 4200 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, Florida 33137 305-576-4000 Fax: 305-573-8115 volunteer@gmjf.org JewishMiami.org The Mission of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is to mobilize human and financial resources to care for those in need, strengthen Jewish life and advance the unity, values and shared purpose of the Jewish people in Miami, in Israel and around the world.
“It’s not what one says, but rather what one does that makes a difference in the world.” –Pirkei Avot
The mission of the Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is to partner with Jewish organizations to foster the spirit of volunteerism and to create a community actively engaged in tikkun olam – repairing
Bring meaning to your life while helping others.
We offer projects for individuals or groups. Whether you want to volunteer on an ongoing basis or prefer a one-time project, we can help you make a profound impact on the lives of others. Hands-On
the world.
Use your creativity, skills and talents in ways that allow you to interact with those you help. You can teach a class, serve a meal, visit the ill, deliver holidays meals, buddy up with a developmentally challenged person and so much more.
It’s our heritage. Jewish tradition teaches us to have compassion for our neighbor and to occupy our time with the community’s needs.
Make It a Family Affair Turn your volunteer project into quality time with your family. The JVC can coordinate a worthwhile shared experience that will teach empathy, tolerance, values and gratitude while enriching your family.
It’s easier than ever to volunteer. The JVC is the central clearinghouse for volunteering. We can help you explore meaningful opportunities in the community. There are so many ways to get involved. All that’s needed is your willingness to give of yourself. Let us match you to an opportunity based on your skills, interests and preferences.
Bar or Bat Mitzvah Projects
Become a volunteer... Learn new skills Have a sense of purpose
Campaign
Improve your community
Help raise vital funds for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation/UJA Campaign. Monies raised through this effort help people in need in Miami, in Israel and in 60 countries around the world. Join one of our many divisions, plan events, network with other members and create lasting relationships.
Feel appreciated
Team Efforts
Use your talents Meet others who volunteer
Volunteer! The JVC will turn your good intentions into good deeds.
Celebrate this rite of passage by organizing a Bar or Bat Mitzvah project to help the needy. Become a Young Lion of Judah and begin the journey of adult Jewish life with meaningful volunteer work that helps others.
Fulfill a mitzvah Earn community service requirements
... and so much more.
Planning a project for your school group, synagogue, camp, leadership or staff? Make your event sparkle. The JVC can be the link between your group and an affiliated agency to help everyone discover the joys of volunteering.
Customize Your Project Have a volunteer idea? We can help you design a custom project to suit your specific needs, skills and goals.