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Arizona Builders Alliance Selects Jacob’s Hope for Pro-Bono Project

Construction association to renovate facility for nonprofit serving substance-exposed infants

TEMPE, Ariz. (April 7, 2025) – Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA), the state’s leading construction industry association, announces Jacob’s Hope as the recipient of its annual Community Service Project. The ABA will provide free construction and renovation services to support the nonprofit’s mission.

Jacob’s Hope, a Mesa-based nonprofit, is a specialty care nursery providing 24-hour medical care to substance-exposed newborns and prenatal support to expectant mothers on the path to recovery. The ABA’s project will enhance the nonprofit’s facility at 1150 N Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201. Renovations are set to begin immediately. These improvements will enable Jacob’s Hope to expand their services and care for more vulnerable infants in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

“By selecting Jacob’s Hope for our Community Service Project, we’re investing in the health and future of Arizona’s most vulnerable newborns,” said Kim Davids, CEO and President of Arizona Builders Alliance. “This project showcases how the construction industry can make a significant impact on critical community needs and embodies the spirit of community service that drives our industry and demonstrates the positive change we can achieve when we work together.”

The renovation will involve multiple trades, including painting, flooring repairs, electrical work, and HVAC upgrades. ABA member companies will contribute their expertise to these improvements. These enhancements will create a more comfortable and efficient environment for the infants and staff at Jacob’s Hope.

The Community Service Project, spearheaded by ABA’s Leadership Development Forum, showcases the association’s dedication to social responsibility. This initiative empowers ABA’s 350+ member companies to leverage their expertise for the benefit of the local community. Employees from these firms actively volunteer their time, while companies donate essential resources and supplies. From providing construction materials to offering specialized skills, ABA members invest significantly in enhancing the local community through this project.

“At Jacob’s Hope we work with limited space, hampering our ability to care for more infants in need. This generous support from the Arizona Builders Alliance will significantly enhance our ability to care for substance-exposed infants and their families,” said Lyndsey Steele, Associate Director at Jacob’s Hope. “The free renovations will increase our capacity and create a more nurturing environment, directly benefiting the babies, their families, and even our staff.”

The project is set to begin in April 2025, with completion expected by the end of June 2025. ABA members will volunteer their time and resources to ensure the success of this impactful community initiative.

How can construction projects help vulnerable populations in Arizona?
Construction projects like the ABA’s work with Jacob’s Hope directly improve facilities that serve vulnerable populations. Arizona Builders Alliance is providing free construction renovations including painting, flooring repairs, electrical work, and HVAC upgrades that will enhance Jacob’s Hope’s ability to care for substance-exposed newborns in Mesa, Arizona.

What is Jacob's Hope and who do they serve?
Jacob’s Hope is a Mesa-based nonprofit that operates a specialty care nursery providing 24-hour medical care to substance-exposed newborns. According to the Arizona Builders Alliance press release, they also offer prenatal support to expectant mothers on the path to recovery, serving some of Arizona’s most vulnerable infants.

What types of construction work will be done for Jacob's Hope?
The renovation project by Arizona Builders Alliance includes multiple trades: painting, flooring repairs, electrical work, and HVAC upgrades. These improvements will create a more comfortable and efficient environment for both the infants receiving care and the staff providing specialized treatment.

How do community service projects benefit Arizona communities?
According to Kim Davids, CEO and president of Arizona Builders Alliance, “By selecting Jacob’s Hope for our Community Service Project, we’re investing in the health and future of Arizona’s most vulnerable newborns.” The project demonstrates how the construction industry can make a significant impact on critical community needs.

Who can participate in the Arizona Builders Alliance community projects?
The Community Service Project is led by ABA’s Leadership Development Forum and mobilizes ABA’s 350+ member companies to use their expertise for community benefit. Employees volunteer their time while companies donate essential resources and supplies to maximize the project’s impact.

How does Jacob's Hope care for substance-exposed infants?
Jacob’s Hope provides 24-hour medical care to substance-exposed newborns and offers prenatal support to expectant mothers on the path to recovery. Their facility at 1150 N Country Club Dr in Mesa serves as a specialized care center for these vulnerable infants.

What is the timeline for the Jacob's Hope renovation project?
The renovation project at Jacob’s Hope begins in April 2025 with expected completion by June 2025. Work begins immediately following the announcement, as stated in the Arizona Builders Alliance press release.

How does the Arizona Builders Alliance select nonprofits for assistance?
While the specific selection process isn’t detailed in the Arizona Builders Alliance press release, the Community Service Project is led by ABA’s Leadership Development Forum and demonstrates the association’s commitment to social responsibility. Jacob’s Hope was selected as the recipient of the annual Community Service Project.

What impact will the renovations have on infant care capacity?
According to Lyndsey Steele, associate director at Jacob’s Hope, “At Jacob’s Hope we work with limited space, hampering our ability to care for more infants in need. This generous support from the Arizona Builders Alliance will significantly enhance our ability to care for substance-exposed infants and their families.” The renovations will increase capacity and create a more nurturing environment.