Disaster Relief
Published:
February 12, 2018
Last updated:
March 30, 2026

NECHAMA Kicks Off Houston Rebuild Project

Disaster Relief
Published:
12 Feb 2018
Last updated:
30 Mar 2026
Key Takeaways
  • NECHAMA staff returned to Houston this week to begin assessments and setting up for our Houston Rebuild Project .
  • After assisting more than 125 homes in the initial Response Phase, our team is now focused on the next phase of recovery.

NECHAMA staff returned to Houston this week to begin assessments and setting up for our Houston Rebuild Project. Kicking off with our Alternative Spring Break, we plan to provide basic repairs to homes affected by Hurricane Harvey.

After assisting more than 125 homes in the initial Response Phase, our team is now focused on the next phase of recovery.

We are now accepting volunteers, and encourage all to join us in Houston!

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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