Lansing Intentional Communities (LINCS), a program supporting adults with disabilities, recently received a new roof thanks to a collaboration between Acme Home Exteriors, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region and GAF, North America's largest roofing manufacturer.

The LINCS program empowers residents to live as independently as possible, offering a strong community network and comprehensive, person-centered services to create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive. The donation strengthens LINCS' mission to provide safe, supportive housing while expanding opportunities for residents to live more independently.

The team completed a full roof replacement on a LINCS home currently undergoing renovation by Habitat for Humanity Capital Region. The comprehensive project involved: Removing three layers of old roofing, including original wood shingles, installing new roof decking, and completing the final roof installation with materials donated by GAF.

The upgrade addressed the aging condition of the previous roof and ensured the long-term structural integrity and safety of the home for future residents. Local suppliers Eikenhout and Sunrise Seamless also contributed to make the project a success.

The renovated home will soon welcome new, lifelong tenants—adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities—expanding LINCS' capacity to provide safe, supportive housing.

All cost savings resulting from this donation will be redirected to other LINCS initiatives, including: transforming a donated vacant lot in the neighborhood into a community gathering place and garden; completing essential safety upgrades and timely maintenance on two existing residences; and broadening the program's positive impact throughout the community.

Acme Home Exteriors installed the new roof with materials donated by GAF. This collaboration is part of GAF's social impact initiative, GAF Community Matters, which focuses on making a positive difference as neighbors and partners in the community by leveraging roofing expertise, resources, and products to help build resilient communities.

“It’s about more than just a roof—it’s about showing how collaboration across organizations truly makes a difference in people’s lives," said Dan Smeak, owner of Acme Home Exteriors.