Become a Stay Lit
Building resilient restaurants for the future of New Orleans
The Value of Being a Stay Lit
Property Owner
Free equipment + installation
We handle the full cost of the battery system and installation—no out-of-pocket expenses.You own the system
The solar panels and battery system become your property once installed.Increase your property value
Adding solar and backup power can boost the long-term value of your building.We handle all maintenance
Feed the Second Line covers maintenance and monitoring for the first 5 years—at no cost to you.No oversight required
You won’t have to manage or operate the system—we take care of everything.Good for the environment, great for New Orleans
Clean energy reduces your carbon footprint and keeps our neighborhoods more resilient.
Resturants
Keep the lights on when the power goes out
No more shutting down during outages—you’ll have backup power when it counts.Cut your energy bills over time
Solar helps lower what you pay on utilities month after month.Save your food, save your money
Your fridges and freezers keep running, so you don’t lose inventory.Stay open = more customers
When others are closed, your doors stay open—and the community shows up.Build trust with your community
People remember who showed up in tough times. Stay Lit helps you be that place.Good for the environment, great for New Orleans
Clean energy reduces your carbon footprint and keeps our neighborhoods more resilient.
The Stay Lit Commitment
Resturants
Provide a copy of your lease
Helps us confirm building ownership and streamline the installation process.Share your utility data every quarter
This helps us track impact and improve energy savings over time.Show you're part of the network
Display Stay Lit signage so people know they can count on you.Stay open during outages (if safe)
Be a steady presence when your neighborhood needs you most.Support your community during storms
Allow phone charging, continue selling food, share helpful info—and do not increase prices during outages.Commit to a 10-year term
We ask for a 10-year partnership with yearly renewal to keep building long-term resilience together.
Property Owner
Provide proof of property ownership
A copy of your deed, tax record, or lease agreement helps us verify eligibility.Add the system to your insurance
Please add the solar and battery equipment to your property insurance within 30 days of installation.Take over maintenance after 5 years
Feed the Second Line covers all maintenance for the first 5 years. After that, system upkeep becomes your responsibility.