LP Building Solutions Expands Support of Gary Sinise Foundation, Donating LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding for Veteran Homes

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LP Building Solutions (LPX) has expanded its partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, committing to donate 100% of the LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding needed for specially adapted mortgage-free homes built for wounded veterans through the R.I.S.E. program. This expansion builds on LP's support since 2022, which included financial contributions and product donations. The partnership aligns with LP's broader philanthropic efforts, with the LP Foundation having contributed over $22 million to nonprofits and public schools.

LP SmartSide Trim and Siding, known for combining traditional wood beauty with engineered wood durability, will be used in these homes designed to meet the unique needs of severely wounded heroes. This initiative reflects LP's commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of veterans who have sacrificed for their country.

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• Expanded partnership with Gary Sinise Foundation enhances corporate social responsibility image
• Donation of 100% LP SmartSide products for R.I.S.E. program homes may increase brand visibility
• Alignment with veteran support initiatives could potentially boost customer goodwill

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LP and the LP Foundation recognized as national partners of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E Program, which provides our nation’s most severely wounded heroes with new, specially adapted mortgage-free smart homes to help them regain their freedom and independence

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, is proud to announce an expansion of its partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, furthering its commitment to our nation’s heroes by donating 100% of the LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding needed for the specially adapted mortgage-free homes built for wounded veterans.

LP and the LP Foundation recognized as national partners of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E Program (Photo: Business Wire)

The Gary Sinise Foundation, a nonprofit established in 2011 by actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise that is dedicated to serving America’s defenders, veterans, first responders and their families, continues to make a profound impact through its R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). This initiative constructs specially adapted, mortgage-free smart homes for our nation’s most severely wounded heroes, who have sacrificed so much. With LP’s expanded support, the program will continue to provide these heroes with homes designed to meet their unique needs—homes built to last.

“We’re humbled to be part of something so meaningful,” said LP Executive Vice President and General Manager of Siding Jason Ringblom. “These veterans have given so much for our country. It’s only right that we help ensure they have a safe place to call home.”

LP and the LP Foundation have supported the Gary Sinise Foundation since 2022, providing financial contributions and LP SmartSide products, including for the home of Retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Patrick Scrogin earlier this year. The recent expansion of this partnership underscores LP’s dedication to making a tangible difference, now donating all necessary LP SmartSide products for homes built through the Gary Sinise Foundation.

For nearly three decades, LP SmartSide Trim and Siding has set the standard in home siding, combining the timeless beauty of traditional wood with the durability of engineered wood. By donating these materials, LP is not only helping to build homes; it is also helping to build futures for those who have given so much.

“We are honored to have LP Building Solutions as a national partner of the Gary Sinise Foundation; a company that truly shares our mission to serve our nation’s defenders, veterans, first responders and their families who have sacrificed so much to defend our freedoms and keep us safe,” said Gary Sinise Foundation Executive Director Donna Mercier. “On behalf of our founder Gary Sinise, whose support for our nation’s veterans and first responders dates back more than 40 years, we are deeply grateful to our Nashville neighbor, LP Building Solutions, for expanding its support of the Gary Sinise Foundation to reach even more heroes in need around the country.”

This program is part of LP’s broader commitment to philanthropy and community support. Over the years, the LP Foundation has contributed over $22 million to nonprofits and public schools, with a focus on supporting the communities in which LP operates.

For more information about LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding and the Gary Sinise Foundation, visit lpcorp.com and garysinisefoundation.org.

About LP Building Solutions

As a leader in high-performance building solutions, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions, NYSE: LPX) manufactures engineered wood products that meet the demands of builders, remodelers and homeowners worldwide. LP’s extensive portfolio of innovative and dependable products includes Siding Solutions (LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding, LP® SmartSide® ExpertFinish® Trim & Siding, LP BuilderSeries® Lap Siding and LP® Outdoor Building Solutions®), LP® Structural Solutions (LP® TechShield® Radiant Barrier, LP WeatherLogic® Air & Water Barrier, LP Legacy® Premium Sub-Flooring, LP® FlameBlock® Fire-Rated Sheathing, LP NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing and LP® TopNotch® 350 Durable Sub-Flooring) and oriented strand board (OSB). In addition to product solutions, LP provides industry-leading customer service and warranties. Since its founding in 1972, LP has been Building a Better World™ by helping customers construct beautiful, durable homes while shareholders build lasting value. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates 22 plants across the U.S., Canada, Chile and Brazil. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

About the Gary Sinise Foundation

Gary Sinise is an award-winning actor and humanitarian, best known for his roles in CSI:NY, Apollo 13, and his Oscar-nominated performance in the film Forrest Gump as the wounded Vietnam veteran Lt. Dan Taylor. An advocate for our nation’s defenders since the 1980s, after 9/11 Sinise began a tireless crusade to support America’s military and first responders around the world with handshake tours and concerts with his band, the Lt. Dan Band. In 2011, he established the Gary Sinise Foundation as an extension of those efforts. Today, the Foundation is building custom homes for severely wounded heroes, honoring and supporting the families of our fallen, providing essential equipment and training for first responders, improving the mental wellness of our defenders, and so much more. For more information and to support, visit www.garysinisefoundation.org.

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Emily O’Connor

media.relations@lpcorp.com

Source: LP Building Solutions

FAQ

What is LP Building Solutions' new commitment to the Gary Sinise Foundation?

LP Building Solutions (LPX) has committed to donate 100% of the LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding needed for specially adapted mortgage-free homes built for wounded veterans through the Gary Sinise Foundation's R.I.S.E. program.

How long has LP Building Solutions been supporting the Gary Sinise Foundation?

LP Building Solutions has been supporting the Gary Sinise Foundation since 2022, providing financial contributions and LP SmartSide products.

What is the total amount the LP Foundation has contributed to nonprofits and public schools?

Over the years, the LP Foundation has contributed over $22 million to nonprofits and public schools, focusing on supporting the communities in which LP operates.

What is the R.I.S.E. program mentioned in relation to LP Building Solutions' partnership?

The R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program is an initiative of the Gary Sinise Foundation that constructs specially adapted, mortgage-free smart homes for severely wounded veterans.