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Causes: Home Improvement & Repairs, Homeless & Housing, Housing & Shelter, Housing Rehabilitation
Mission: Rebuilding Together Portland's mission is to improve and enhance the quality of life of low-income homeowners by providing needed repair and rehabilitation services to those who cannot physically or financially complete the work themselves. The services are targeted towards the elderly, people with disabilities, families with children, and veterans throughout the City of Portland. All work is completed by skilled and unskilled volunteers and is free of charge to the homeowners. Our goal is to help those in need remain in their homes and continue to live in a safe, secure, and independent environment.
Target demographics: low-income homeowners
Direct beneficiaries per year: nearly 200 individuals
Geographic areas served: Portland, Oregon
Programs: home safety and modification assistance; along with electrical, carpentry, painting, debris and trash removal.