Welcome Home: After Hurricane Milton, Celebrating a Rebuild Just in Time for the Holidays
December 23, 2025When Ms. Gray (first name withheld by request) stood in her Clearwater, Florida home on December 17, the repairs were finally done: new floors and ceilings, fresh paint, and a FORTIFIED roof overhead. That day, SBP staff, AmeriCorps members, and corporate partners gathered for a Welcome Home Party to celebrate a significant milestone in her …
One Year After Hurricanes Helene and Milton: The Road to Recovery
October 9, 2025One year ago, Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic flooding and massive destruction across Florida and the Southeastern United States. Just 13 days later, Hurricane Milton hit Florida communities still reeling from Helene’s impact. Together, the storms damaged more than 100,000 homes and displaced countless families in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Since then, SBP has been …
Harry and Lorraine’s Story: One Year after Hurricane Milton
October 9, 2025One year after Hurricane Milton swept through Florida, Harry and his wife Lorraine have their home back in shape. With SBP’s help, the damaged drywall was repaired, new baseboards were installed, lighting and ceiling fans were restored, and the electrical system was upgraded. Replacing the family’s air conditioner—a must in the Florida heat—brought them comfort …
From a Leaky Roof to Lasting Resilience: One Year After Hurricane Milton
October 8, 2025For over 30 years, Angela Bristol’s home in Daytona Beach, Florida has been an anchor for her family. Her home is the place where her daughter grew up and where children and grandchildren still gather on weekends. But hurricanes jeopardized that sense of stability. When Hurricane Ian struck Southwest Florida in September 2022 as a …
SBP Scales Urgent Disaster Response in Florida to Meet Overwhelming Needs after Back-to-Back Hurricanes
October 9, 2024Nonprofit prioritizes support for frontline communities in the central Florida peninsula (NEW ORLEANS) October 9, 2024—SBP, the national disaster recovery nonprofit, is mobilizing resources and positioning teams to respond to Hurricane Milton in Florida. With teams already on the ground supporting recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, SBP is ready to help in at-risk …
Two Hurricanes, One Warning: System Failures Demand Immediate Investment in Change
October 7, 2024Resident Anne Schneider, right, hugs her friend Eddy Sampson as they survey damage left in the wake of Hurricane Helene, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, in Marshall, N.C. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) By: Elizabeth Wright, SBP Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (NEW ORLEANS) Oct. 7, 2024—In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact — and with Hurricane …