Find your place in Jewish Orlando
Welcome. We want to help you get connected. From events and special interest groups to volunteering and philanthropy opportunities, we offer multiple ways for you to connect to Jewish life in Central Florida.
Shalom Friends
Find a group that fits your lifestyle and interests. Join with other Jews like you and form lasting bonds.
Women's Division: There is a place within the Federation for women of all ages, backgrounds and lifestyles. The Women's Division provides a range of activities for woemn who wish to express their own very personal commitment to the local Jewish community, Israel and Jews around the world. Click here to learn more.
Or Hadash (Young Adult Leadership Division): Over 200 young Jewish professionals come together in Orlando through social, philanthropic and educational activities. Or Hadash is where Orlando's Jewish 20 and 30-somethings come together spiritually and socially. Learn more.
Dor Shalom: A social group for people 40+, Dor Shalom provides ongoing opportunities for Jewish adults to connect through social events, community services and athletics. From Shabbat dinners to Tikkun Olam projects, Dor Shalom offers meaningful programming and Jewish connections. Click here to learn more.
Shalom Networking
Enhance your professional network and form bonds while schmoozing and connecting within our Jewish community.
Orlando Jewish Business Network: Brings together local Jewish professionals of diverse occupations and provides opportunities to help grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking events and seminars. Learn more.
Cardozo Legal Society: Strengthens relationships among Jewish attorneys, judges and law students in Central Florida through education and leadership, while working together to enhance the quality of Jewish life in Orlando and throughout the world. Click here to learn more. Learn more.
Maimonides Medical Society: An affinity group for Jewish physicians, dentists, veterinarians, nurses, medical students, and other professionals involved in the health care field. Click here to learn more. Learn more.
Real Estate Society: For professionals in real estate, construction and all related industries. The society offers the opportunity to make powerful connections at special briefings and networking events. Learn more.
Financial Services Society: For financial advisors, accountants, insurance services and those in related roles. The society brings together some of the most successful and generous professionals in the community. Learn more.
Shalom Families
Beit Hamidrash: Our successful community Hebrew High School program for teens in grade 8 through 12 is an important initiative instilling a lifelong love of Jewish learning. This invaluable program has recently undergone exciting changes. Get involved!
PJ Library: This incredible national initiative is now available to families in Central Florida. Every month participating children receive a Jewish bedtime story book. All families raising Jewish children from age six months through five years are welcome to enroll for FREE. Click here to learn more.
Shalom Israel
JFGO is committed not just to caring for people in need here at home, but to those in Israel and around the world.
Israel and Overseas Committee: This committee is central to bringing Israel closer to our community and to our hearts. Programs range from Israeli film nights to travel opportunities exploring the past, present and future to our Jewish ancestral homeland. Click here to learn more.
Shalom Community
We are invested in building a caring and compassionate community. We are committed to providing opportunities that ensure your spiritual needs are met and where Jewish leaders in our community grow to continue our legacy.
Community Rabbi: The Community Rabbi program ensures that no Jew feels alone during difficult times. Whether visiting hospice patients, providing end-of-life prayers, or officiating at funerals and memorial services, last year the Community Rabbi program touched the lives of more than 600 community members.
Community Relations Committee (CRC): Serves as the advocacy arm of the Jewish Federation, representing the organized Central Florida Jewish community. Whether building relationships with interfaith groups or responding to anti-Semitic issues in Central Florida, the CRC is dedicated to improving the welfare, security and vitality of the Jewish people locally, in Israel and throughout the world. Learn more.
Leadership Development: JFGO provides vital Jewish leadership development skill sets for the benefit of our community agencies and synagogues. Through the Jerome J. Bornstein Leadership Development Program, our leadership professionals offer a detailed program of Jewish knowledge and practical leadership skills. Click here to learn more.
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Upcoming Community Events
| JCC Poker Tournament Thursday, May 23, 2013 | 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM |
| Jewish Academy Theatre Production Thursday, May 23, 2013 | 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM |
| JCC Annual Meeting Tuesday, May 28, 2013 | 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
| JAO Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 29, 2013 | 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM |
| Orlando Torah Academy Inaugural Dinner Thursday, May 30, 2013 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |