WHAT Louisiana, My Heart, My Home Rebuild- A-Thon
WHENSaturday, August 29, 2009, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
WHERE Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, New Orleans, LA
WHYIn recognition of the resilient spirit of citizens affected by disaster, we have chosen to commemorate August 29th through LOUISIANA, MY HEART, MY HOME REBUILD-A-THON, a day of rebuilding in the New Orleans metropolitan area. Our plan entails organizing individuals and teams of at least 10 members to provide one half day of service with nonprofits that serve the grassroots community. REGISTER NOW. The day’s activities will begin with a rally at Congo Square in Louis Armstrong Park, after which Retired Lieutenant General Russel Honoré will deploy volunteers to take part in various service projects assisting in the recovery process. We will conclude the day by returning to the park for food, entertainment and award ceremony. Featured bands include Luther Gray and Bamboula, Rebirth Brass Band, Tyrone Foster Choir and the Free Agents Brass Band.
Registration is closed as of August 26th. You are welcome to join us for afternoon activities beginning at 12:00 noon in Armstrong Park. 
About Louisiana, My Heart, My Home: Louisiana, My Heart, My Home is dedicated to increasing Louisiana’s level of preparedness and to cultivate a culture of philanthropy. These two aims are united in the understanding that creating a culture of giving that lifts up the most vulnerable among us results in more resilience during times of disaster and a better quality of life for all residents, beyond times of disaster.
