Voices for Progress, A 501(c)(6) Membership Nonprofit
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Regenerative Solutions - Preparing for a Changing World
Extreme Weather will get worse for 30 years!
Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it's a present reality devastating communities across the globe. Severe storms, unprecedented floods, and extreme heat are destroying homes and livelihoods, leaving families vulnerable and communities struggling to rebuild.
Traditional building methods are failing us. Conventional materials offer little protection against increasingly unpredictable and destructive weather patterns, creating a cycle of vulnerability that leaves countless people at risk.
Our Innovative Solution: Hemp-Lime Insulation
Imagine a building material that doesn't just shelter—but actively fights climate change. Hemp-lime insulation (Hempsulation) represents a breakthrough in sustainable construction:
Carbon Negative: Sequesters more carbon dioxide than it produces
Extreme Weather Resistant: Provides superior insulation and durability
Sustainable: Utilizes renewable hemp resources
Energy Efficient: Significantly reduces heating and cooling costs
Voices for Progress (VFP): A Strategic Initiative of Build Green Now
Established by Build Green Now (BGN), Voices for Progress is our 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to driving sustainable change. We recognize that true sustainability starts with economic viability. Our approach goes beyond introducing new technologies—we listen, adapt, and collaborate. We begin by understanding each community's unique economic needs, integrating sustainable solutions that make financial sense.
Our Comprehensive Approach:
1. Community-Centered Engagement
VFP facilitates deep community dialogue, ensuring that environmental innovations align with local economic priorities. We don't just propose solutions; we co-create them with the communities we serve.
2. Comprehensive Training & Education
We're developing rigorous, standardized training programs in partnership with industry leaders and academic institutions. These programs ensure that hemp-lime construction techniques are not just understood, but mastered by professionals across different regions and contexts.
3. Advanced Technological Support
Recognizing that 75% of government and NGO projects fail due to poor management, we've partnered with Maayadata, LLC to create cutting-edge project management tools. Our interactive platform will:
- Track hemp-building projects nationwide
- Provide real-time data and insights
- Support the U.S. Hemp Building Association's regional development
Urgent Mission: Puerto Rico Resilience Project
As VFP, we aim to raise $120,000 to launch a critical mission in Puerto Rico. We'll work directly with communities repeatedly devastated by extreme weather, implementing hemp-lime solutions that offer genuine, long-term resilience.
How You Can Make a Difference
Donate: Your contribution directly funds sustainable building solutions
Volunteer: Join our community outreach, training, and advocacy efforts
Spread Awareness: Share our mission and multiply our impact
Your Support Creates Lasting Change
When you support Voices for Progress, you're not just donating—you're investing in:
Climate resilience
Community empowerment
Sustainable economic development
A more stable, secure future for vulnerable populations
Donate Now: Build Resilience, Change Lives
Organizer
Henry Gage
Organizer
Kingston, NY