OB wants Volunteers to Help rebuild local church ministry

Dear Operation Blessing Strike Team Members,

In November, remnants of Hurricane Ida caused flash flooding which devastated a local food bank at New Life Christian Center in Norfolk, VA. This food bank sits in the middle of a poverty stricken area of Norfolk known as East Oceanview. Operation Blessing has been helping to rebuild two buildings, including The Storehouse (food bank), to help New Life continue to reach hundreds each month. We are looking for volunteers to help us! There is much to be done and everyday that goes by without the project being completed is another day that the church is unable to function as it once did. Help us bring this church back to life and bless them with what they need to serve those in their community.



Could you help us by recruiting a team of 2 or more to volunteer with us over the next several weeks?...the sooner the better! Each volunteer will receive a free t-shirt and lunch will be provided by us. Since this disaster is in our home network, we will not be providing lodging. Each volunteer counts, so even if you can only volunteer one day, your service would be greatly appreciated!


The basic information is as follows:

Volunteers 18 or older meet @
3921 Pleasant Ave Norfolk, VA 23518
(We will make exceptions for those who are 16 - 17 yrs. with an accompanying parent or leader.
Please call Hailey to discuss the release / consent forms that will be required before arriving at the site.)

Monday - Saturday @ 8:00AM until 4:30PM (Lunch will be provided)
December 31st – January 23rd.

Please register at least 24 hours prior to arriving so we may plan for your arrival.

To Register or For More Details:
Call us @ 757.226.3407 or email us at volunteer@ob.org

Type of Work:
Construction and Remodeling

Thank you for your faithfulness in volunteering with us as we respond to disasters at home and around the nation! We could not impact as many lives without YOU!


Hailey Saenz

National Volunteer & Programs Manager
Operation Blessing International
U.S. Disaster Relief
977 Centerville Turnpike
Virginia Beach, VA 23463
work phone: 757-226-3407
work cell: 757-284-9163
email: hailey_ob@yahoo.com or hailey.saenz@ob.org