If you're looking for a forever SMP but don't want to deal with exploiters and griefers, BreadzoneMC is the place to check out. It's built for players who want a long-term world, a chill community, and a place to settle in with friends without all the usual drama.
Meet friendly players, team up with your buddies, and just have fun on a whitelist server that keeps things a lot more laid back. Since it's crossplay, more people can join in, and with economy plus MCMMO in the mix, there's plenty to do beyond just surviving day to day.
If that sounds like your kind of server, apply for the whitelist and come see what BreadzoneMC is about.