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- Apr 23, 2021
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Central Florida Jewish Organizations

Updated: Oct 7, 2021

Central Florida Jewish population has been growing and thriving thanks to the many Jewish organizations throughout the area. We did our best to put together a list of Jewish Organizations, Synagogues, Clubs, and groups.

What is Hillel?

Hillel International is the largest organization serving the needs of Jewish college and university students on over 550 campuses worldwide.

“A student’s involvement with Hillel is one of the strongest predictors of future Jewish leadership – stronger than Jewish day school enrollment, Jewish camp experiences, or membership in a Jewish youth group. As the leading authority on Jewish campus life, Hillel reaches, engages, and equips tomorrow’s leaders today.” -Avi Chai Foundation Study, 2010

Central Florida Hillel

Central Florida Hillel is a chapter serving UCF, Full Sail, Valencia, Seminole State. If you’re a Central Florida college student, we encourage you to get connected and involved with Central Florida Hillel. Our goal is to help students deepen their connection to Judaism through events, classes, networking, Shabbat meals, and holiday services. We foster an open and welcoming atmosphere where students can come hang out in our Hillel space and get to know one another to build relationships and friendships to last a lifetime.

3925 Lockwood Blvd.

Oviedo, FL 32765

407-382-2658

info@centralfloridahillel.org

https://www.centralfloridahillel.org/

HULCK @ UCF Hillel

Want to make a difference in the community? Become a student leader and we'll help tie your passions to a project.

Become a Leader: https://www.centralfloridahillel.org/hulck

Rollins College Hillel

Email Associate Director Emily Block at eblock@rollins.edu

https://www.rollins.edu/religious-spiritual-life/hillel/

PJ Library

PJ Library sends high-quality, age-appropriate Jewish books to families each month. Sign up your family to receive beautiful books focusing on Jewish values, Jewish holidays, and children’s stories. In addition to the books, PJ Library of Greater Orlando offers family meet-ups, special holiday events, give-back opportunities, and many more ways to connect with families in our community and live the values from the stories. We look forward to seeing you soon.

https://orlandojewishfed.org/pjlibrary/

BBYO

Jewish youth movement involved in the Jewish community, Jewish education, Jewish leadership, and social network programs.

851 North Maitland Avenue

Maitland, FL 32751

407-621-4032

Jayme Epstein

nfr@bbyo.org

www.bbyo.org

Heritage Jewish News

Local Jewish Newspaper. The Heritage was founded with the purpose of helping to unify a scattered community by focusing on Jewish issues. It is published independently of any outside agency and depends solely on subscribers and advertisers for support.

207 O’Brien Road

Fern Park, FL 32730

407-834-8787

news@orlandoheritage.com

https://www.heritagefl.com/

JLife Magazine

J Life is a quarterly lifestyle magazine for and about Orlando's vibrant Jewish community that we at The Roth Family JCC publish in partnership with Lake Mary Life Publishing.

How to Subscribe: https://orlandojcc.org/jlife

Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida

We're More Than a Museum. As a nationally and internationally recognized facility, we build inclusive communities by creating experiences through exhibits, programs, initiatives, and education using lessons from the Holocaust.

851 N. Maitland Avenue

Maitland, FL 32751

407-628-0555

info@holocaustedu.org

https://www.holocaustedu.org/

Jewish Academy of Orlando

K-5 day school for Jewish children. Welcome to the Jewish Academy of Orlando, a caring community school where Academic Excellence and Jewish values are integrated into every area of the curriculum. The Jewish Academy of Orlando provides academic excellence by kindling a love of learning, a passion for the arts, and empowering their students to challenge themselves to go out and change the world! In addition, by fostering the values of kindness and self-awareness, their students become leaders naturally.

851 N. Maitland Avenue

Maitland, FL 32751

407-647-0713

https://www.jewishacademyorlando.org/

Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando (JFS)

Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando (JFS Orlando) provides services to stabilize individuals and families in crisis and enhances the quality of life across generations to all members of the Central Florida community.

JFS Orlando was founded in 1978 as a human services organization based on the principles of community building, kindness, compassion, and concern for the betterment of our world.

The George Wolly Center

2100 Lee Road, Suite A

Winter Park, FL 32789

407-644-7593

info@jfsorlando.org

www.jfsorlando.org

Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando

Our mission is to nurture a unified Jewish community that transcends generations and neighborhoods. We support Jewish life here in Central Florida and around the world. This commitment extends beyond our own JFGO programming to include financial support for other Jewish causes and organizations.

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland, FL 32751

407-645-5933

https://orlandojewishfed.org

The Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando

The Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando in Maitland is the center of Jewish life in Central Florida and home to award-winning preschool, after school, summer camp, fitness, sports, arts, and community programs.

851 N. Maitland Avenue

Maitland, FL 32751

407-645-5933

https://orlandojcc.org/

Rosen JCC

Our mission is to build community, strengthen family life, and promote Jewish values. We embrace and take pride in our diverse local community, and we welcome people of all faiths and backgrounds.

11184 S Apopka Vineland Rd,

Orlando, FL 32836

(407) 387-5330

https://www.rosenjcc.org/

Kehillah: A History of Jewish Life in Greater Orlando

A website that tells the vibrant story of the Jewish community's past and present in the Orlando area. Originally presented as an exhibit at the Orange County Regional History Center.

www.orlandojewishhistory.com

Kinneret Council on Aging

Its enduring mission and commitment is to serve the senior community in Central Florida. They want to care for those who cared for us. Through generous donations, they are able to provide life-enriching experiences and services to low-income seniors, including food delivery.

515 S. Delaney Avenue

Orlando, FL 32801

407-425-4537

Kinneret@bellsouth.net

https://kinneretliving.org/

Kinneret Apartments

Located in vibrant Downtown Orlando, Kinneret Apartments provide affordable, independent senior housing with amenities and social activities that enhance the lives of the residents.

515 S. Delaney Avenue

Orlando, FL 32801

(407) 425-4537

https://kinneretliving.org/apartments/

Jewish National Fund, Central Florida

All across the country people are getting involved to help build a stronger, more secure and more prosperous Israel for the Jewish people everywhere. You can be a part!

407-333-0793

https://www.jnf.org/menu1/jnf-in-your-area/northern-fl/orlando

Jewish Pavilion of Orlando

Our Mission: Enriching the lives of residents in elder-care communities

421 Montgomery Road #131,

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

407-678-9363

admin@jewishpavilion.org

https://www.jewishpavilion.org

JOIN Orlando

a Jewish outreach initiative, rooted in traditional Judaism, welcoming all Jews

1000 East Robinson St., Suite G

Orlando FL, 32801

407-734-0190

office@joinorlando.org

www.joinorlando.org (under construction)

Friends of Israel scouts. INC, Tzofim

These programs develop and maintain a connection between the Tzofim (Israel Scouts) movement in Israel and North American Jewry. Zionist Youth movement nurtures young leaders to explore Israeli culture and take part in Jewish society.

851 North Maitland Avenue

Maitland, FL 32751

(321) 377- 0123

Ronny H-Shisgal

Orlando@israelscouts.org

https://www.israelscouts.org/

American Friends of Magen David Adom: Max Fridman Orlando Chapter

Contact: Farzin Yashar

2420 Beman Court

Winter Park, Florida 32789 United States

Phone: 321-277-8890

farzin@cfl.rr.com