Last week I went on my fourth build with Delta to build houses for Habitat for Humanity and again it was an incredible experience.

When I consider the magnitude of the event, thousands of ordinary and extraordinary people, putting aside their needs and desires, to work together towards a common goal for their fellow man, it is mind-blowing. As the project manager for the Delta volunteers, it made me proud to see how each employee, in their own way, stepped up to the plate, worked hard and represented our company with such passion. Several times, when we were all together, I had to stop and look around. It was difficult to focus on specific faces but the look of eagerness, happiness, joy and sometimes frustration (rain) was recognizable on everyone.

Ever since Hurricane Katrina, I’ve wanted to go to New Orleans and the Gulf Coast to volunteer. Since we worked in Mississippi, I hadn’t seen the areas in New Orleans that were ravaged by the water, so on our last day, we rode through the 9th ward. I couldn’t believe my eyes! There is so much work to be done on the Gulf coast and many of us vowed to return and continue to help build. The people of Pascagoula were so appreciative and everywhere we went, we were welcomed and thanked. It made me feel good. They will always be in my prayers and in my heart.

Do you like to hear about our builds? What behind the scenes info would be interesting to you in the future?

Pamela

Program Specialist

Diversity and Cause Marketing