The need for food and other daily necessities is overwhelming.
And so, as Reform Jews, we have no choice but to respond and help.”

The Union for Reform Judaism’s Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief Fund: The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) has raised over $1 million towards direct relief to victims of the hurricane and relief to our sister congregations affected by the storm. Make your donation via the website: Jacob’s Ladder: A Relief Project of the URJ. This effort is a partnership of the town of Utica, MS, the Union and Jacobs Camp. Jacobs Camp is operating a staging and distribution center for relief supplies. We will be sending boxes to Jacobs Camp directly from Rodef Shalom. Right now the most urgent needs are bedding, non-perishable food, medical supplies (OTC drugs, first aid kits), hygiene products and baby supplies (diapers, formula, wipes, and bottles). For a complete list, please visit the website. Gift Cards: You may purchase gift cards which will be distributed to rabbis in communities serving those who have been displaced. Stores include Lowes, Target and Wal-Mart. Please visit the website for a complete list and directions for making this type of donation. As needs continue to change, visit us on the web at www.rodefshalom.org for updated information.