Lady A Returns as Home for Good Ambassador for Cornerstone Building Brands
Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. (“Cornerstone Building Brands”), a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, has proudly announced the return of GRAMMY® Award-winning country music trio Lady A as its 2025 Home for Good project ambassador. This marks the second consecutive year the group has partnered with the initiative, further solidifying their commitment to raising awareness about affordable housing and helping families in need achieve homeownership.
Continuing its dedication to building stronger, more sustainable communities, Cornerstone Building Brands is also celebrating its ninth year of partnership with the global housing nonprofit Habitat for Humanity. In 2025, the company has pledged to donate building products valued at $500,000 to help construct and remodel affordable housing across North America. This initiative will also involve direct participation in home builds, mobilizing volunteers, and supporting families as they establish safe and secure living conditions.
“We are excited to extend our partnership with Lady A and to have them lend their voices to our Home for Good project again in 2025,” said Rose Lee, president and chief executive officer of Cornerstone Building Brands. “Together, we hope to continue to help make homeownership more accessible for families in the communities where we live, work, and play.”
A Legacy of Community Impact
Since the launch of the Home for Good project in 2016, Cornerstone Building Brands has made a significant impact on communities across North America. To date, the company has donated more than $4.1 million in products and resources, helping build or renovate 825 homes in over 150 communities. This ongoing commitment underscores the company’s belief that everyone deserves a place to call home, and it reflects the tangible difference that corporate partnerships can make in addressing housing insecurity.
Partnering for a Purpose: Lady A’s Continued Involvement
Since being named Home for Good project ambassadors in 2024, Lady A—comprised of Dave Haywood, Charles Kelley, and Hillary Scott—has taken an active role in advancing the initiative’s mission. Their philanthropic work aligns with the project’s goals, making them ideal advocates for raising awareness and mobilizing support.
In the past year, the trio has engaged in hands-on efforts, such as making critical repairs to an elderly couple’s home in Tennessee. Their involvement extends beyond physical labor; through the LadyAID Fund, they have also supported relief efforts following natural disasters like hurricanes Helene and Milton. Their advocacy amplifies the reach of the Home for Good project, ensuring more people understand the housing crisis and how they can help make a difference.
The Country Music Connection
The Home for Good project has long enjoyed strong ties to the country music industry, with previous ambassadors including Luke Bryan, Alan Jackson, and Darius Rucker. These artists have helped elevate the conversation around affordable housing and have played a vital role in mobilizing support.
“Music has a unique way of connecting us and creating community,” said Lee. “The country music artists who have served as Home for Good project ambassadors have been strong partners in raising awareness for the need for affordable housing. They have helped us broaden and deepen our impact as we help build and remodel homes for families in our communities.”
Lady A’s Hillary Scott echoed this sentiment: “We’re so touched to be part of the incredible work done through the Home for Good project again this year. Last year, we saw firsthand the life-changing impact Cornerstone Building Brands has on people in need of a safe, affordable place to call home through this project. So, we jumped at the opportunity to continue to be part of this meaningful work again and help deliver the safety and security only a home can bring to even more people across the country.”
Addressing the Housing Affordability Crisis
The United States continues to face a significant housing affordability crisis, leaving many families struggling to find stable and affordable living conditions. According to The State of the Nation’s Housing 2024 report from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, rising home prices, increased interest rates, and higher property taxes and insurance costs have created substantial barriers to homeownership.
One of the most alarming statistics is the continued decline in mortgage originations for first-time homebuyers. In 2023, the number of mortgages issued to first-time buyers dropped by 17%, following a 22% decline in 2022. These figures highlight the urgent need for initiatives like the Home for Good project, which actively works to break down barriers to homeownership.
2025 Commitment: $500,000 in Building Product Donations
To address these ongoing challenges, Cornerstone Building Brands is reinforcing its commitment in 2025 with a $500,000 donation in building materials, including windows, vinyl siding, trim, and accessories. These high-quality materials will support the construction of approximately 100 Habitat for Humanity homes across North America, ensuring that families in need have access to safe, durable, and affordable housing.
Habitat for Humanity, which has been at the forefront of affordable housing efforts for decades, relies on the generosity of corporate partners like Cornerstone Building Brands to carry out its mission. The organization emphasizes the importance of stable housing in fostering economic mobility, educational success, and overall well-being.
“Habitat for Humanity believes that everyone should have access to a safe, decent, and affordable home, yet families in the United States continue to face barriers to accessing affordable homeownership,” said Charlita Stephens-Walker, vice president of corporate partnerships and cause marketing at Habitat for Humanity International. “It is with the support of partners like Cornerstone Building Brands and their continued commitment that we are able to help more families build better futures. We are thankful to Cornerstone Building Brands and Lady A for their dedication to the Home for Good project and for building a world where everyone has a place to call home.”
How to Get Involved
The Home for Good project is more than just a corporate initiative—it is a movement that invites communities, volunteers, and supporters to take action. Whether by donating, volunteering at a home build, or spreading awareness, there are many ways for individuals to contribute to this mission.
For those looking to learn more or get involved, information about the Home for Good project, its impact, and upcoming volunteer opportunities can be found at www.HomeforGoodproject.com.
As Cornerstone Building Brands enters another year of its Home for Good project, the company remains steadfast in its mission to provide families with safe and secure housing. By extending its partnership with Lady A and continuing its collaboration with Habitat for Humanity, the company is taking meaningful steps to create lasting change.
With rising housing costs and financial challenges making homeownership more difficult for millions of Americans, the Home for Good project stands as a beacon of hope. Through corporate generosity, artist advocacy, and community engagement, this initiative continues to transform lives—one home at a time.
