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In March we had a great homeless shelter feeding and the most donations ever! That day, we filled about six long tables with all types of donations including toys, mens and ladies clothing, shoes and handbags. As one group of volunteers set up the tables to put out the donations, the other group of volunteers hit the kitchen to cook a fresh, hot breakfast including eggs, hot pancakes donated by IHOP, and fresh bread and bagels donated as always by Paneras Bakery.
In the month of April, UMF Hungerteam was honored to work with the Seminole High School Interact club, which came with two teachers from the high school to volunteer at the regular homeless shelter feeding. In addition to the usual hot breakfast, hand-made Easter eggs with chocolate inside and goodies were also given out.
The next Hungerteam event will inshaAllah take place on Saturday, May 21st at 9:30am at the Sanford shelter. We hope to see you there!
-Zainab Alidina, Hungerteam Director
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Weekend School Interfaith Event
 UMF interfaith representative Fatema Kermalli joined Miguel Rodriguez and Marty Stein for a two-part presentation on the similarities and differences between the three major monotheistic religions at the IEC, Sanford's weekend Islamic school
The presentations covered the Holy Books and their origins/revelation, the story of Adam and the origin of creation, and the story and view of Prophet Abraham.
Students were also able to ask questions of the speakers, and made the most of this time by following up with intelligent inquiries. UMF would like to thank IEC Orlando for the opportunity to take part in this rewarding interfaith event.
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UMF partners with Peace Builders & Justice of FL
United Muslim Foundation has partnered with Peace Builders & Justice of Florida (PBJFlorida.com), a network of moderate and progressive religious and non-religious activists determined to encourage diversity and build peace, equity, and justice.
The organization's website has been created as a tool to communicate and connect the needs of member organizations, schools, and places of worship. For more information and to view the calendar of events, please visit the PBJ website at www.pbjflorida.org.
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 UMF has a new number! 800-UMF-1795 (800-863-1795)
Fax: 407-804-9144
We look forward to hearing from you!
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$2000 donated to help natural disaster victims
UMF has donated $1000 each to help the victims of both the Alabama tornadoes as well as the earthquakes in Japan. Donations were made through the organization Islamic Relief USA.
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$500 donated to Excellence in Education Initiative
 UMF has donated $500 to the Excellence in Education Initiative, a community-based organization which aims at identifying and providing effective and practical support and empowering Muslim High School students toward achieving their highest academic potentials.
This year, the fourth annual recognition and rewards reception was held on June 12th at the University of Central Florida recognizing graduating high school seniors. The organization also had a number of scholarships available for qualifying students.
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UMAA Convention 2011
The Quran, Ahlul Bayt and Modern Society:
A Focus on Identity, Citizenship & Collaboration
The Universal Muslim Association of America (UMAA) will be holding its 9th annual convention from Friday May 27 through Sunday May 29 in Toronto, Canada at the Hilton Suites/Markham Conference Centre.
Hotel rooms are available at a subsidized rate of only $99/night and can be reserved through the UMAA website.
The convention will feature never-before-seen exhibits and renowned speakers from around the world, including Sayed Mahdi Modaressi, Sayed Ammar Nakshawani, and Sheikh Usama al Attar. A full program can be found here.
Visit the UMAA website for more information & to register.
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Capitol Leadership Academy (CLA):
Summer Programs
This summer, join CLA at the Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee, FL or the prestigious George Washington University in Washington, DC for an opportunity to change our NATION's political status quo! We're training and motivating a new generation of young leaders to diversify governmental representation.
Don't miss this rare opportunity, visit the official website for more info and to ENROLL TODAY for one of the following:
- Advanced Campaigning and the Legislative Process: Tallahassee, FL - June 12 through the 17th
- Politics and National Security: Washington, DC - July 10 through the 15th
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Tariq Ramadan at the MLFA Dinner
 The Muslim Legal Fund of America will be hosting world-renowned Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan as their keynote speaker for a Benefit Dinner to be held on Sunday, June 5 at 6:00pm at the Signature Grand of Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Tickets cost $25 and are available for purchase through the MLFA website.
Dr. Ramadan is a Professor of Contemporary Islamic Studies at Oxford University. He is a Muslim intellectual, Islamic scholar and philosopher who made headlines when he called for an international moratorium on corporal punishment in the Muslim world. He was one of several foreign scholars to be banned by the Bush Administration from entering the United States of America because of their political views.
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Preserving Our Pearls: A Women's Conference
The Preserving Our Pearls Conference will take place from May 20 at 5:00pm till May 22 at 5:00pm at the Lake Eve Resort in Orlando FL, and will include Pancake Parties, ice breakers, games, and many more fun activities!
Conference Fee ($40) + Luxurious Hotel (2 nights) = $85
Reserve your spot now! Visit pearls.eventbrite.com
Topics: Life of a Scholar: A Brief Biopic on the Mother of the Believers Aisha, The Simple Life: Understanding and Implementing Zuhd in Our Lives, Diamonds and Pearls: Introducing the Women Scholars of Islamic History, and Eating Like the Prophet: How to Be Fit and Please Allah.
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