Help Build It Back Green Win a $20,000 Grant!

Tom's of Maine has selected our project as a Top 50 finalist out of over 2000 applications to receive one of five $20,000 grants! You can go online and vote for our project - Home Energy Efficiency for a Sustainable New Orleans - located in the Environment tab here.

All applicants are community involvement projects from non-profit organizations. Voice your opinion and vote for our project TODAY, and every day through October 30th.

How to Vote

1. Go to the Tom's of Maine Sponsorship Support for Community Projects page: http://www.tomsofmaine.com/community-involvement/project-sponsorships.aspx

2. Click on the Environment tab

3. Search for the Global Green project titled "Home Energy Efficiency for a Sustainable New Orleans"

4. Click the Vote for this! button

5. Repeat daily!

About Our Project

Low-income families in New Orleans face high utility bills, which can impair their financial security.

We will weatherize homes, not only to green the planet, but to provide direct financial benefits to the homeowners. We plan to present these success stories to the community as part of our public education and outreach campaign for energy efficiency.

Who Benefits

Low income families can devote up to 50% of their monthly expenses to utility costs, leaving less money for medicine or savings.

We plan to perform energy efficiency upgrades that can save families money and improve indoor air quality. Our outreach activities will educate homeowners on how to green their homes.

With your help in helping us win a $20,000 grant from Tom's of Maine, we can make a REAL difference in the lives of low-income families. Please take the time to vote for our project - today, and every day until October 30th.