The memory of Hurricane Sandy has started to fade for some, but not for the brothers of Maryland-College Park. For the past two winters, the undergraduates have volunteered to assist communities still grappling with the effects of the 2012 storm. Partnering with organizations in northern New Jersey, brothers have continued to help restore and rebuild condemned homes.

“It’s an incredible experience being able to help families finally gain a sense of normalcy,” said Chris Frye, ’16.

“I feel that we’ve really made a difference in those communities.” Over the course of both trips, members were involved in tasks such as demolition, insulation, drywall installation and painting.

The winter trip is part of the chapter’s initiative to increase brothers’ opportunities for service. “We really believe that the most good comes from direct involvement with people,” said Chapter President Danny Wolf, ’15. “Not only do we create a beneficial impact, but we learn about issues facing the community. It’s so much more meaningful than raising some dollar figure for a philanthropy event.”

“It’s so much more meaningful than raising some dollar figure for a philanthropy event.”

For questions regarding this trip, or how to plan your own, contact the chapter at vpcomm.mdbeta@gmail.com.