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New Orleans Volunteer Program for Teens
Over the past few years, thousands of people in New Orleans have lost their homes due to hurricanes. Rebuilding efforts have been ongoing, but recent natural disasters, most notably Hurricane Ida, a category 4 storm that hit the region in August of 2021, have left much work to be done. This summer community service program for teens is an opportunity for participants to work together under the direction of SBP and their AmeriCorps members on an active build site and directly help displaced families return home. When not helping to rebuild these homes, we’ll be enjoying the highlights of New Orleans and learning about the rich history and culture of the area. All in all, this teen summer program offers an incredible experience with a meaningful project, a sense of community, hands-on homebuilding skills, teamwork, and fun!
About This Program
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What It’s Like
The perfect balance of meaningful service projects, cultural immersion and unforgettable adventures.
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Age Requirement
Participants must be age 14 or older by the start of this program.
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30 Service Hours
A letter of completion detailing the program's service hours and projects will be issued after the program.
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Recognition
Your service hours are eligible toward the President's Volunteer Service Award.
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Service Projects
We work directly with SBP, and everybody participates together in each project.
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Accommodation
Hotels.
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Meals
Includes breakfast and dinner daily, plus 4 lunches.
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Activities
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
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Transportation
Travel in passenger vans driven by our staff.
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Group Size
Up to 24 participants.
Program Highlights
- • Help rebuild homes as part of disaster recovery efforts.
- • Learn valuable home improvement skills like drywalling and painting.
- • Explore the French Quarter on a guided segway tour.
- • Experience the iconic New Orleans swamplands on an airboat tour.
- • Work under the guidance of SBP’s AmeriCorps volunteers.
- • Learn about the history of slavery and civil rights on a plantation tour.
- • Make a difference in the lives of the families affected by disaster.
- • Learn how to cook traditional Creole dishes.
Service Projects
Activities
Accommodations
New Orleans, Louisiana
In the heart of everything the Big Easy has to offer and with an outdoor pool and fitness gym to help us relax, the Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter is the ideal place to recharge after busy days of volunteering and having fun.