What is Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc?
Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc. is the nation's leading non-profit volunteer organization restoring and revitalizing America's low income homes and communities. We particularly focus on the homes of the elderly, people living with disabilities and multigenerational families, so that they may continue to live in warmth, safety and independence. On the last Saturday in April, community volunteers descend on a city to repair selected homes. Currently work is completed in more than 865 cities and towns across the country.

How did Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc. get started?
We are part of a national effort that started in Midland, Texas in 1973 when a group of people wanted to help repair homes for their elderly neighbors. In the fall of 1994 a team of Hartford-area volunteers representing many organizations and businesses determined to launch a Rebuilding Together effort in the state's capital city. Throughout the last 12 years more than 4,000 volunteers have rehabilitated 300 homes, and several homeless shelters and non-profit facility. Almost all of the work happens in a single day. Projects included stair and porch repair, replacement of windows and furnaces, remodeling of kitchens, lots of painting, and the cleaning of numerous basements, attics and yards.

Who is eligible for Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc. services? What about the cost?
Low income, elderly and people living with disabilities who are not able to maintain their homes are eligible for Rebuilding Together services (although able-bodied homeowners are expected to work alongside volunteers). We work with community groups who help to distribute our applications to homeowners. There is no cost to the homeowner at all. In Connecticut, Manchester, New Britain, Litchfield County and Stamford are among the towns that also have Rebuilding Together programs.

Who can volunteer for Rebuilding Together?
Anyone 14 and older can be a volunteer for Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc. Volunteers represent all professions and come from businesses, schools, community service organizations, associations, churches, synagogues and individuals. Volunteers do not need to be skilled at home repairs, but trades organizations such as the Remodeling Contractors Association and the Carpenters Union (Local 43), as well as other skilled professionals such as plumbers and electricians are always welcome.

Who sponsors Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc?
Funds come from corporations, foundations, civic organizations, religious groups and individuals. Hartford's founding sponsors are Bank of America, The Hartford, and Junior League of Hartford. Other sponsors include the Greater Hartford Jaycees Foundation, Fannie Mae and the Jimmy Buffet Foundation. In addition to house sponsorships we receive in-kind donations such as windows from Landmark Windows and Harvey's, hardware from Home Depot - West Hartford and lumber from Sanford & Hawley, as well as discounts from many other local businesses.

How do I get involved?
If you would like to volunteer or make a tax deductible financial contribution to Rebuilding Together Hartford, Inc. please call our office at (860)757-9426.