Millions of people across the U.S. live in places falling into disrepair, even becoming uninhabitable, making a massive shortage of affordable housing worse. They are disproportionately lower-income and Black or Hispanic, and many are seniors on fixed incomes. NPR highlights the work of Rebuilding Together Montgomery County as it focuses on the need for critical home repair.
Read MoreRebuilding Together recently hosted its 28th annual affiliate conference (Summit) in Indianapolis Oct. 19-21, 2023. This year's theme, "Inspire, Educate, Connect," brought together a diverse group of affiliate leaders, all committed to making an impact in their communities. Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte was one of 76 affiliates to attend Summit, bringing along its leadership team and additional staff members to gain knowledge and practical strategies to help further our impact on neighbors in need in Greater Charlotte.
Read MoreShelterforce highlights Rebuilding Together St. Louis in its report on the need for more funding for home repairs. Researchers found that older homeowners in St. Louis averaged $13,000 in unmet home repairs. Here's how advocates can measure home repair need in their own cities, and why repairs make a difference.
Read MoreCelebrating three decades of AmeriCorps’ service and dedication, Rebuilding Together shares how it has benefitted the organization and its affiliates around the country, including Charlotte. Plus, looking back at its past inspiring legacy provides a vision for the future through Rebuilding Together’s AmeriCorps program.
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