A series of deadly tornadoes recently swept across the Southeast, killing hundreds and leaving thousands homeless. The URJ is accepting donations for tornado relief efforts and will work closely with our congregations in the affected region to assure that funds are used where they are needed most.
Donations can be made online to the URJ Disaster Relief Fund. Checks can be sent to the Union for Reform Judaism (Attn: Tornado Relief), 633 Third Ave., New York, NY 10017. Other than direct expenses (such as credit card fees), the URJ takes no administrative overhead from relief funds.
We are not currently aware of needs for volunteers, however the Jewish Federation of Birmingham recommends that those interested in volunteering register with Hands on Birmingham.