“We provide them with predictable work and, in return, ask them to meet us halfway on pricing." This collaboration ensures that SBP’s rebuilding efforts are both cost-effective and community driven. "Contractors in these areas often share our mission to help their neighbors recover, and their willingness to work with us allows us to stretch our dollars further," Andy adds. High-Impact Projects SBP’s work spans a wide range of recovery initiatives, but a few standout projects highlight the organization’s innovative and far-reaching impact. One such project is the St. Peter Residential Complex, a 50-unit mixed- income, net-zero affordable housing development in New Orleans. "This complex, powered by 450 solar panels, remained operational during Hurricane Ida, even when the rest of the city lost power," Andy explains. "It’s a model for how affordable housing can be both resilient and sustainable." SBP’s Fortified Roof Program is another high-impact initiative. In 2023 alone, the organization installed 90 fortified roofs, providing families with greater protection against future storms. A Future of Growth and Impact
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