GROUP VOLUNTEERS work alongside communities after disasters to rebuild strength, stability, and resilience.
Read more below about our active work sites, including site information, age and supervision requirements, provisions and fees, and lodging and meal options. In addition to these active sites, we have several referrals through trusted local ecumenical partners, and additional Week of Compassion sites in development. Email us to be notified about these opportunities as details are available.
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Maryland9/3/2026 Eastern ShoreOn October 29, 2021, Somerset and Dorchester counties experienced Maryland’s worst tidal flooding in 50 years — in many places, water levels were at or higher than Hurricane Sandy (2012). The influx of bay water carried contaminants and wreaked havoc on plumbing and electrical systems, and left homes susceptible to the growth of mold and mildew.
The 2021 storm was unnamed and undeclared by federal agencies, and received minimal media coverage. Few people knew the storm even happened, let alone the resources and networks needed to help survivors move toward recovery. Week of Compassion has partnered with the Eastern Shore Long Term Recovery Committee since 2024 and is now collaborating to refer volunteers to help with ongoing recovery efforts that focus on elevating flood-prone homes to mitigate against future damage. Work assignments may be assisting crews with elevating existing homes, building access stairs/ramps, or doing repairs (mostly interior) after houses have been lifted. -- minimum age: 18 years old -- group size: up to 12 -- housing: Kamp Kairos, a volunteer housing facility featuring a bunk house with bunk beds (volunteer groups to provide own linens) and group space -- meals: responsibility of the group, with access to a full kitchen at Kamp Kairos Dates available by request. Comments are closed.
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