College Students locally and across the country are invited by The United Way of El Paso County (UWEPC) to participate in the third annual Alternative Spring Break (ASB) in El Paso, Texas, March 9-16, 2012.

UWEPC invites 40 college students to volunteer in El Paso during their spring break.

During the ASB Program participants will stay at the Ysleta Lutheran Mission.  The home building will take place in Horizon, TX. The Students will participate in the following activities:
Framing new homes, creating foundations for new homes, pouring and laying concrete, painting, roofing, trim, and digging. The students will work with basic hand tools (hammers, saws, screw drivers, etc.) including some work with power tools (drills, saws, etc.) Professional contractors will be on hand during the entire project to assist students.

“Alternative Spring Break was more than a volunteer opportunity, it was a life changing experience." 2011 ASB participant

The 2012 El Paso ASB participation fee is $150. The $150 ASB fee covers all on the ground transportation once students arrive in El Paso, meals, lodging and program fees.

Individuals and groups interested in attending ASB in El Paso or those with questions should contact Jason Brewer, Vice President of Marketing and Community Building, United Way of El Paso County, at (915) 533-2434 ext. 236 or via email at jbrewer@unitedwayelpaso.org.

Please note that students will not participate in any activities that involve electrical wiring or installation, plumbing, heating or cooling installation, or work with sheet rock.