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Alternative Spring Break 2007
United Way and think MTV partner up again
to inspire future leaders

Although Spring Break seems far away, there are things you can do now to plan for Alternative Spring Break (ASB) with think MTV and United Way - and experience one of the most rewarding weeks of your life. Building on the great success of the inaugural program in 2006, think MTV and United Way are partnering again to inspire the next generation of community leaders into service during Spring Break 2007.

Although a year has passed, there is still much work to be done in the Gulf Coast. In March, 2007 ASB returns with up to 1,000 volunteers for a massive on-the-ground program in order to continue the rebuilding process over several weeks. Young people ages 18-24 everywhere are invited to apply to join the long-term storm recovery and relief efforts. Help rebuild a community or a home during your Spring Break!

United Way and its community partners in the Gulf Region have been studying the ongoing needs in the Gulf Coast since the storms hit in 2005. Based on this research, ASB projects in 2007 may include construction and rehabilitation of the following types of community facilities: childcare and safe play spaces; schools and libraries; housing; and mental health facilities.

Learn more about the program and apply at national.unitedway.org/asb.

Or if you would like to get more involved in your local community today, visit www.volunteersolutions.org/uwsect to find volunteer opportunities in Southeastern Connecticut.