BILT to Bless: Roof Charity Initiative Underway in Oakland
In the heart of Oakland, a remarkable charitable initiative is taking shape, one roof at a time. BILT Construction, a local business, is spearheading the “BILT to Bless” project, an endeavor that combines community engagement with philanthropy. The core idea behind this initiative is simple yet profoundly impactful – for every 21 roofs BILT Construction completes, a brand-new roof will be donated to someone in dire need. This heartwarming initiative represents the true spirit of community and giving, where businesses and clients join hands to make a difference.
BILT Construction, founded by the visionary Tim Reed, has always had a strong commitment to charitable projects. Tim Reed himself is a third-generation contractor, bringing over 20 years of experience to the table. However, the “BILT to Bless” initiative marks a unique approach, one that actively involves their clients in giving back to the community.
Tim Reed, the founder of BILT Construction, shared his motivation behind this initiative, stating, “We always do charity projects, so thought why not get our clients involved, too. Let them know that working together; we are committed to giving back to the community.” This ethos reflects a genuine desire to foster a sense of unity and shared responsibility among clients and the community at large.
As of now, BILT Construction is on its way to completing the seventh roof out of the targeted 21. Furthermore, they have already received five submissions from individuals in need of a new roof. This initiative is not just limited to physical contributions; it’s also about mobilizing financial support. Each $300 donation translates into the gift of one roof to someone in need.
Reed explained the mechanism behind this initiative, saying, “Every roof we do, we take a percentage and set it back for a free roof. Anyone who signs a roof with us adds to the total, and anyone knowing someone who needs a free roof can simply go to homesbilt.com and use our contact form to submit someone in need. Pictures, address and contact info help us know who is most in need.” This streamlined process ensures transparency and efficiency in selecting recipients.
BILT Construction has a strong track record of engaging in charitable projects, often collaborating with partners like Lowes, Garrett County Lighthouse, and others. However, what sets the “BILT to Bless” initiative apart is the way it directly involves the community. Tim Reed expressed his hope that the company will donate $100,000 worth of charity work within the first calendar year, with aspirations to increase their impact in the future.
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My name is Jay Ferguson, and I am a lifelong resident of the Deep Creek Lake area. I am also co-owner of the real estate side of Taylor Made. I have been in the real estate business for 21+ years now and I LOVE what I do! I have to say, my career really took off when I co-founded the real estate side of Taylor Made in 2014. Its been an amazing experience, building a real estate company from the ground up and achieving so much so quickly! In August 2016, we purchased Long & Foster Real Estate Deep Creek, where I had started my career in 2000. In 2018, we on-boarded virtually every agent from Coldwell Banker Deep Creek Realty as they closed up shop and the real estate family grew even more! We now have over 40 sales agents and have expanded to West Virginia and Pennsylvania, as well. Taylor Made is the #1 vacation rental company at Deep Creek with over 475 vacation rental homes, and over one hundred thousand yearly visitors. Its amazing what we have accomplished using the principles of honesty, teamwork and customer service!
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