Through a generous grant made possible by United Jewish Communities and the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, for a non-refundable fee of only $75, join KESHER, the college department of the Union for Reform Judaism, as we spend a week in New Orleans, continuing Judaism’s commitment to tikkun olam. There is still a great deal of work to be done, and during this 6 day trip, through hands-on service and interaction with the Jewish and secular community of New Orleans, you will be able to make a difference and continue the much-needed work of repairing the south.
Participants in the KESHER Alternative Spring Break in New Orleans program will:
- Spend six days and five nights in New Orleans, performing Hurricane Katrina relief work in conjunction with ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now).
- Meet with Jewish community members affected by Hurricane Katrina.
- Work hand-in-hand with college students and other Gulf Coast Relief workers to repair homes in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans, a low-income housing neighborhood devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
- Process the experience with a cohort of twenty to twenty-five students and three staff members.
- Experience the vibrant culture of New Orleans and the South.
- Return to your campuses and share your experiences to educate others about the needs of the Gulf Coast communities affected by recent natural disasters.
Program Costs
The cost of participating in this program is $75.00, which will include:
- Travel cost within New Orleans.
- Accommodations and at least two meals per day while in New Orleans.
- Some entertainment fees, speakers, Disaster Tour, etc.
- Materials and supplies for hands-on work.
Participants are responsible for your travel to and from New Orleans.
How to Register
Registration is open to all North American college students who are interested in relief work on the Gulf Coast.
All applicants must submit program payment of $75, paid by either check or credit card, with a completed application. In order to be considered for the program, KESHER must receive your application by March 1, 2008. We will notify you of confirmation once your application is received.
There are only 25 spots available for this program, so apply early, as participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you are accepted into the program, the $75 fee is not refundable. If you are not accepted into the program, your payment will be fully refunded.
For More Information
Please contact kesher@urj.org, or call (212) 650-4070.
