GAF contractors installing new roofs on homes in Gulf Region

Rebuilding for resilience

GAF Community Matters is taking on an ambitious initiative in the Gulf Coast region.

Bringing Community Matters to New Orleans with Anthony Mackie

GAF is leveraging its roofing expertise and resources to repair/replace 500 roofs throughout the Gulf Region, starting with 150 roofs in New Orleans’ 7th Ward.

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  • Anthony Mackie helping GAF certified contractor install a new roof
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    Teaming up with a Captain

    We've assembled a team to help Gulf Coast Communities build resilience and we're thrilled to have critically acclaimed actor and New Orleans native Anthony Mackie on board. The son of a roofer, Mackie knows the importance of a roof in helping families feel safe and building strong communities. Together with Mackie, GAF is addressing the challenges of disaster recovery and helping residents return home.

  • Aerial view of neighborhood with many houses that have blue tarps over missing roofs

    Preparing for the next storm

    For too long, disaster response has prioritized short term support over long term resilience, leaving families unprepared for future challenges - there is no greater example of this than the sea of blue tarps that cover communities in New Orleans. GAF is committing to help reroof homes and accelerate rebuilding efforts in these communities.

  • GAF training community members on the rooftop

    Building a resilient workforce

    Through programs like the GAF Roofing Academy, GAF trains community members in essential roofing skills they can use now and in the future and provides resources to our non-profit partners to employ these individuals as they support rebuilding efforts.

Restoring hope to homeowners

Meet two New Orleans homeowners whose houses we’re helping to restore by providing the essential protection of new or repaired roofs.
Williams Evans Sr. and daughter recieved a new roof from GAF

Bringing home Mr. Evans

Korean War veteran William Evans Sr. has lived in New Orleans’ 7th Ward for nearly a century. But in 2021, Hurricane Ida forced the proudly independent retired longshoreman to leave his home. Major damage to the roof made the house unsafe. Working together, we’ll bring him home where he belongs.
  • We did a circle around the block three times just looking at the new roof. We’re so excited and appreciative of this.
    Redell Warren daughter of Mr. Evans
A safe home for the Barard Family

A safe place for the Barard family

Lifelong 7th Ward resident Larae Barard grew up next to the house she now lives in with her two young children. Sadly, the house suffered intense damage from Hurricane Ida, including a leaky roof and water damage throughout. We’re proud to help ensure their home is safe to live in for years to come.
  • You never know when your miracle is going to come, but it comes always on time. I want to say thank you to GAF for what they are doing for me.
    Larae Barard

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As GAF begins its mission in New Orleans, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey to building stronger communities, workforces, and families. Share how you are building resilience in your communities by tagging GAF on social media with #GAFCommunityMatters
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Strong non-profit partnerships

Click below to learn about the amazing national and local partners working with GAF to address the needs and help build the resiliency of the communities we support.

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Having a disaster preparedness kit is a key part of being ready for the unexpected. The American Red Cross recommends having enough supplies on hand to sustain your household for a few days if you are evacuating, or up to two weeks if you are staying in your home.
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Get involved in your community

GAF offers incredible opportunities to acquire or share the roofing skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the roofing industry and support communities.
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GAF Roofing Academy: Start at the top, go even higher

Through tuition-free, hands-on training, GAF provides students with the skills needed to enter the trade and assists in placing them in well-paying jobs upon graduation. In just the past two years, the academy has changed the lives of over 800 participants by giving them new career opportunities.
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GAF Community Contractor Program: Repairing and preparing

A unique opportunity for our contractors to partner with local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to support communities in need. Through the program, we’re able to help communities fortify or replace roofs and provide education on actionable steps they can take to prepare for future disasters.
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We believe that resilience is the foundation on which we will build thriving, sustainable communities of the future. GAF leverages our expertise, resources, and products in support of the fundamental needs of resilient communities: Shelter, Families, and Workforces.
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