On October 29th, Hurricane Sandy slammed into the East Coast of the United States, causing dozens of deaths, billions of dollars in damage, and leaving more than 7.5 million people without power.
With your support the URJ will provide relief to congregations, families and communities who were impacted by this disaster, just as it has done for victims of natural disasters around the world.
If your congregation was damaged during Hurricane Sandy, is helping with
the relief effort, or if you have congregants who remain displaced, and
you would
like to request relief funding, email sandyrelief@urj.org.
Hurricane Relief - Donate Online When hurricanes strike, the Reform Movement mobilizes to help the storm victims and communities get back on their feet.
Scholarships for Youth Impacted by Hurricane Sandy- Donate Online Help youth remain connected with their Jewish community at a time when their belongings and physical structure may be damaged or lost. The Scholarships for Youth impacted by Sandy removes financial barriers that could keep displaced youth from their communities when they need it most. If you know of someone who needs assistance, please have them contact sbanaszynski@urj.org.
WRJ YES Fund - Donate Online WRJ donated $10,000 from its YES Fund to the URJ Hurricane Relief Fund in support of NFTY scholarships for youth impacted by Hurricane Sandy.
Fund for West End Temple in Neponsit, NY - Donate Online West End Temple suffered significant damage from Hurricane Sandy. The URJ will be collecting funds on behalf of West End Temple until they have electricity and their online system is functional.
To Donate by Mail
If you wish to mail in your donation, please indicate the fund on your check and send to:
Hurricane Relief Fund
Union for Reform Judaism
633 Third Ave.
New York, NY 10017
Canadian Council for Reform Judaism
3845 Bathurst St. Suite 301
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M3H 3N2
Volunteer with the URJ and NECHAMA The Reform Movement is partnering with NECHAMA – the Jewish Response to Disaster to galvanize volunteers for on-the-ground clean-up and rebuilding efforts in affected areas of Northern New Jersey.
HUD Disaster Relief Information Includes food and shelter locations, how to receive federal assistance and where to find new Disaster Recovery Centers.
Hurricane Preparation Guide A checklist of suggested actions that congregations can take before, during and after a hurricane or other tropical system.
When hurricanes strike, the members of Reform congregations throughout the Union for Reform Judaism mobilize to help the storm victims and communities get back on their feet. Archived information is available that shows the depth and breadth of the response.
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