New Orleans is the most populous city in Louisiana. This incredible city has been described as the 'most unique' in the United States owing in large part to its cross-cultural and multilingual heritage plus it’s famous Bourbon street and Historic French Quarter. The city has historically been very vulnerable to flooding, due to such factors as high rainfall, low lying elevation, poor natural drainage and location next to multiple bodies of water. In August, 2005, the city was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina followed by devastating flooding of approximately 80% of the city. Shortly after that is when Adventures started to bring teams to help rebuild and share the love of Christ.

Ministry Overview 

Your team will partner with Jesus Project in New Orleans. Over the past 15 years, this ministry has worked hard to support the families and children affected by Hurricane Katrina in an area called Holly Grove. To this day, they continue to invest in this neighborhood. 

Your team will support Jesus Project in a number of their ministry efforts. At their Apple Street Learning Center, they have dedicated tutors and mentors, over 1,500 hours of one-on-one tutoring annually, access to technology, and consistent individual care. In addition, The Food 4 Kids program provides healthy after school and summer camp snacks, takeaway lunch bags, and weekend family boxes. 

During your time in New Orleans, you will also get to serve with our ministry partner Bethel Colony South, Men’s (and Women’s) Transformation Center. Here you’ll help in their thrift store, participate in Bible Studies, paint and help with light construction, and possibly work with women and their small kids.