"We’ve re-engineered how homes are rebuilt after disasters," explains Andy. "From intake to document collection, scoping, bidding, and construction, we’ve streamlined every step to provide families with a predictable timeline for returning home." This approach not only accelerates recovery but also allows SBP to scale its impact. "Our goal is to replicate these methods across communities so that every nonprofit or government agency working on disaster recovery can operate with the same efficiency," Andy notes. A Holistic Recovery Model While rebuilding homes is central to SBP’s work, the organization’s model extends far beyond construction. SBP addresses the full spectrum of recovery needs, offering everything from FEMA appeals support to community resilience training. "For families navigating the aftermath of disasters, the challenges go beyond housing,” Andy explains. “We act as a one-stop shop and offer wraparound services. This holistic approach ensures families can rebuild not only their homes but also their lives." SBP’s impact extends to systemic change as well. Through its Disaster Resilience Fellows program, SBP places trained advisors in under-resourced communities to help them secure federal grants for mitigation and recovery efforts. In Lake Charles, Louisiana, for instance, an SBP fellow helped community leaders secure $40 million in federal funding for long-term recovery.
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