As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we're reminded of a powerful truth: it takes all of us individuals and corporations alike to build stronger, more connected communities. At Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte (RTGC), we've witnessed firsthand how corporate volunteerism goes beyond team-building—it sparks change, transforms lives, and strengthens the very foundation of our neighborhoods.
Read MoreIt was a new event, but the same commitment.
More than 100 guests including corporate partners, community advocates, homeowners, and elected officials joined us at The Ruth on April 9th for the inaugural Rise to [Re]Build Breakfast, as we celebrated National Rebuilding Month and 15 years of service in the Greater Charlotte region.
At Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte, we believe that everyone deserves to live in a safe and healthy home. Through our Building a Healthy Neighborhood (BaHN) program, we have been able to bring critical home repairs and community revitalization efforts to neighborhoods with significant housing needs. Today, we are thrilled to announce the expansion of BaHN into two East Charlotte neighborhoods: Hampshire Hills and Eastwood Acres!
Read MoreOn April 9, 2025, Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte will host the inaugural Rise to Rebuild Breakfast at The Ruth in Charlotte, NC. This event marks 15 years of impact and is a call to action for housing stability and community revitalization.
Read MoreWith access to government grants, RTGC has been able to invest more money in each of our critical home repair and accessibility modification projects — meaning we can have a deeper and longer lasting impact. Many of these grant programs are reimbursed-based, which requires significant upfront capital. Our solution to this issue is The Revolving Repair Fund.
Read MoreOn May 26, almost 80,000 racegoers packed into Charlotte Motor Speedway to watch the 66th Coca-Cola 600, NASCAR’s longest race. While the sold-out crowd was treated to an exciting race with 21 lead changes, they also saw a video of Coca-Cola Consolidated, NASCAR, and Charlotte Motor Speedway volunteers providing repairs for a local Army veteran. This repair project was just one of many ways those groups partnered with RTGC to honor Debra Stewart.
Read MoreAt Summit 2023, the annual networking and training event organized by Rebuilding Together for all affiliates nationwide, RTGC was recognized with the Excellence in Community Engagement Award for its Building a Healthy Neighborhood (BaHN) program in historic Hidden Valley. When the projects for low-income families are complete in Hidden Valley, RTGC will have conducted repairs on close to 70 homes in the neighborhood.
Read MoreJoin us at 8 a.m. on April 9 for the inaugural Rise to [Re]Build Breakfast as we celebrate 15 years of impact and our commitment to ensuring safe and healthy housing for families across the Greater Charlotte area. Featuring a keynote by Leah Rothstein and panel discussion of neighborhood leaders, the event will explore actionable solutions for building more equitable, inclusive communities.
Read More“It’s not just about the physical improvements but the sense of community and care it represents,” said L. Denise Shields. “It makes a huge difference in the lives of the women we serve.” Shields serves as a program administrator at My Sister’s House. A transitional living program for women, My Sister’s House served as the site for RTGC’s She Builds project in 2024.
Read MoreRTGC has released the report of its impact in 2023-24, during which the organization completed 42 critical home repair and accessibility modification projects for families in Greater Charlotte earning an average household income of $31,970.
Read MoreAs housing affordability continues to be a pressing issue, a new crisis is adding to the financial strain on homeowners: skyrocketing insurance premiums. A recent report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University highlights how rising insurance costs are exacerbating the already high expenses of homeownership.
Read MoreThe leaves have changed, and the temperature has dropped. The Greater Charlotte area has even seen its first batch of snow! That means it’s winter. Even though we’re already in the throes of winter, it’s not too late to prepare your home for this season. Here at Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte, we're dedicated to helping homeowners stay safe and comfortable year-round. That's why we've compiled our top three winter home tips to help you prepare for the colder months.
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