Hurricane Katrina-5 years later

Reflect, Remember, Rebuild-New Orleans

Five years ago the devastation that is known as Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf Coast terrorizing much of New Orleans including the Lower Ninth Ward. Today much of the refuge remains and citizens are still without basic necessities-homes, running water, police/fire enforcement, etc. 

In lieu of the lack of progress my company Sears Holdings partnered with Rebuilding Together to help rebuild 50 homes on the 5th Anniversary of Katrina, "50 for 5" Campaign. Kudos to Sears and Rebuilding Together for giving back to the NO community. 

If you haven't done so I urge you to watch Spike Lee's HBO Documentary "If God Willing and Da Creek Don't Rise." It discusses rebuilding the New Orleans community, the NO school system, politics and the BP Oil Spill. Although the documentary is four hours long, it is truly an eye opening experience. 


New Orleans is still living in despair after 5 years, is this America?


This is off subject from my usual digital topic but I am truly passionate about giving back! 


XOXO