Disaster Relief
Published:
July 23, 2018
Last updated:
March 30, 2026

Governor Cuomo joins NECHAMA on the ground in Puerto Rico

Disaster Relief
Published:
23 Jul 2018
Last updated:
30 Mar 2026
Key Takeaways
  • This afternoon Governor Andrew Cuomo joined NECHAMA teams on the ground, alongside CUNY and SUNY students, and gained a first-hand experience of our current efforts.
  • Part of that, are CUNY and SUNY students who are going to spend their summer vacation rebuilding homes in Puerto Rico.

This afternoon Governor Andrew Cuomo joined NECHAMA teams on the ground, alongside CUNY and SUNY students, and gained a first-hand experience of our current efforts.

Governor Cuomo stated, “We are entering a new phase now, which is not just an emergency response but more an assistance in a rebuild effort. Part of that, are CUNY and SUNY students who are going to spend their summer vacation rebuilding homes in Puerto Rico. These are special young people. Today is one of the days that I am truly proud to be the governor of New York.”

Posts authored collectively by the NECHAMA team. NECHAMA: Jewish Response to Disaster is a leading national organization in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, guided by the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam.

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