Disaster Response Antigua and Barbuda Project #51607

Hurricane Shutters for Homes on Barbuda

by BarbudanGO Inc.

Project Report | Nov 3, 2026
Hurricane Shutters for homes in Barbuda

By Brandon Walker | Director of Disaster Mitigation

Barbuda is a small, fragile island, and its homes face real danger every storm season. Hurricane-rated shutters are one of the most effective ways to keep families safe and to protect the homes they have worked hard to build and rebuild. For a community that knows firsthand what a major storm can take, this is not a luxury. It is a necessity.

BarbudanGO launched this campaign to help secure homes across Barbuda with storm shutters, so that fewer families are left exposed when the next hurricane comes.

Where we stand

We have not yet reached our original fundraising goal. But the need has not gone away, and neither has our commitment. BarbudanGO will continue this campaign until we have secured the funding to protect the households that still need it.

Why it matters

Shutters protect lives by keeping families safer during severe storms.
They protect property, reducing damage and costly rebuilding.
They strengthen resilience on an island with limited resources and a long road to recovery after every major even

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Jul 9, 2026
Shutter Program Update

By Brandon Walker | Director

Mar 16, 2026
The Need for Hurricane Shutters in Barbuda Remains

By Asha Frank | Director

This project was first launched in 2019 and was the very first initiative that our organization shared on GlobalGiving. At that time, we were still learning how the platform works and how best to connect our projects with supporters around the world.

Although this particular project did not receive funding during its initial launch, it marked an important step for our organization. Since then, we have gained valuable experience using the platform and have successfully raised over $2,000 USD through other community initiatives. These early lessons helped us better understand how to engage donors, share updates, and communicate the impact of community-led work in Barbuda.

The need for hurricane shutters in Barbuda remains significant. As a small island community that has experienced the devastating impacts of storms such as Hurricane Irma, improving household preparedness continues to be an important priority for families across the island. Hurricane shutters can provide an essential layer of protection, helping homes withstand strong winds and flying debris during storms.

Our organization remains active and committed to supporting community resilience in Barbuda. Over the past several years we have continued working on environmental protection, community initiatives, and youth engagement programs that strengthen the island’s long-term sustainability.

With the experience we have gained since first joining GlobalGiving, we are now preparing to relaunch this project and renew our efforts to raise funds for hurricane shutters for homes in Barbuda. We believe that with stronger outreach and engagement, this initiative can now reach the supporters needed to help protect vulnerable homes.

We thank all those who continue to follow and support our work in Barbuda. Your encouragement helps us continue building safer, more resilient communities for the future.

Links:

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