Mission
NECHAMA – Jewish Response to Disaster is a 501(c)(3) volunteer organization providing clean-up and recovery assistance to homes and businesses affected by natural disaster.
Guided by the Jewish values of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, performing good acts, and helping the stranger, NECHAMA offers a helping hand in the spirit of goodwill and creating mutual respect and understanding among people.
Current Programs
Horry County Response
NECHAMA is responding to Hurricane Florence. We will be providing services including muck and guts as well as debris removal.
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 Harvey – Wharton County Rebuild
NECHAMA is working in Texas to rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey. We will be providing services including installing drywall and insulation – as well as other basic repairs and are currently accepting volunteers to join us.
MN Warehouse Volunteer Events
Throughout the year, NECHAMA offers warehouse workday and worknight events in Minnesota. It’s an opportunity for volunteers in and around the Twin Cities, to take part in our work by assisting us in maintaining our fleet, tools, and equipment.
Latest Updates
Hurricane Michael – We need your help
Friends, Hurricane Michael, a Category 4 storm, struck Florida Wednesday. 11 hours later, it was still a hurricane making its way through Georgia – over 200 miles inland. Today Georgia’s... Read More
Monitoring Hurricane Michael
NECHAMA is currently monitoring Hurricane Michael and it’s progression. If you are in the path of the storm please take action. Tune into your local news and follow the suggestions... Read More
Volunteers Needed in Puerto Rico
We’re still here, working hard in Puerto Rico! Want to join us? We still have some volunteer spots open, apply today! 🇵🇷 #nechama#nechamacommunity #disasterrelief #puertorico #volunteering#volunteer #rebuild #teamwork 📸 @wanderer1886 Read More
