Linda and Allen are celebrating their new home! After losing their home to Hurricane Ida in September 2021, they’re starting fresh in a house rebuilt by the Bayou Community Foundation — a partner in our Community Adaptation Program that repairs and builds homes in coastal communities. For the past few years, Linda and Allen have been staying with family and commuting to work. Now, they can finally create new memories and plan for the future in a place of their own. “It’s good to be home and back to the community that I know and love,” Linda said. Born and raised in Grand Isle, Louisiana, Linda is no stranger to extreme weather. Her family’s home was first swept away by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. As extreme weather events become more frequent and intense, our teams are tirelessly responding and delivering critical aid to those affected. By partnering with local organizations like Bayou Community Foundation, we can build resilience in high-risk disaster areas and support critical pro...