Location: Hazard, Kentucky (rural)
Site Leaders:
Sarah Bennett and
Gary Nolan
Organization's Mission: The Hazard Perry County Housing Development Alliance, a community based nonprofit organization, provides low-income families with decent, affordable housing. Their goal is to bring together all available resources to eliminate substandard housing.
Nature of the Work: Construction of new homes and rehabilitation of existing structures, framing, insulation, and landscaping. No experience in carpentry is necessary.
Transportation: Driving in a van; approximately 8 hours
Accommodations: Staying at a local church (program has no religious affiliation) - carpet floors, full kitchen facilities and bathrooms. Showers will be available at the nearby community center. Meals will be prepared as a group. Sleeping bag required.
Possible Activities: Exploring Hazard (town), movie theatre, hiking at nearby State Park, tour of coal mine by rail car, and games and activities at local community center.
Number of Participants: 12
Cost: $155 per person*
Project Dates: Saturday, March 2 - Saturday, March 9
Special Considerations: Majority of the work will be done outdoors. Participants should come prepared for cold weather and physical labor. Tetanus must be current before volunteering at the project site.
There are 2 spots reserved for 21 year olds willing to drive the van.
* Program cost includes Student Government Board’s funding.