Mission
NECHAMA, rooted in the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, provides comfort and hope to communities by engaging volunteers in disaster recovery work.
Current Programs
Hurricane Maria – Puerto Rico Rebuild
Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria, NECHAMA has launched it’s first ever Project outside the continental United States. We are currently accepting volunteers and donations to make this Project a success.
Hurricane Florence – Horry County Recovery
NECHAMA is working in Horry County, SC in the wake of Hurricane Florence to assist families with rebuild efforts.
Latest Updates
Repairs continue in the Guaynabo neighborhood of San Juan
George’s home, in the Guaynabo neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico, is over 80 years old and he shares it with his stepfather, two dogs and a cat he rescued... Read More
Third-generation home repaired by volunteers
Eusebio is the third generation of his family to live in his home in Puerto Rico; a home that was devastated by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. But thanks to the... Read More
Work continues in Puerto Rico
10 months ago, when NECHAMA Jewish Response to Disaster arrived in #PuertoRico, this was one of the first houses we put a new roof on. Since then NECHAMA has completed 77 homes thanks... Read More
