General

What is Rebuilding Together-St. Louis?
Why are Rebuilding Together-St. Louis' services needed?
Who is eligible for Rebuilding Together services?
What is “Christmas in April“?

Home Repairs

How are homes selected?
What area does Rebuilding Together-St. Louis serve?
What repairs are done?
Do the homeowners pay?

Sponsoring

Who sponsors Rebuilding Together?
How can I support Rebuilding Together - St. Louis?

Volunteering

Who volunteers?
Can you volunteer one day a year?
What do I need to know about Rebuilding Day?
What if it rains?

General

Q: What is Rebuilding Together-St. Louis?

A: Rebuilding Together - St. Louis is an affiliate of a national volunteer organization. It revitalizes neighborhoods in partnership with the community by rehabilitating the houses of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and the disabled, so that they may continue to live independently in comfort and safety. Rebuilding Together - St. Louis also renews neighborhoods by rebuilding community centers, playgrounds and other community projects.

Q: Why are Rebuilding Together-St. Louis' services needed?

A: Many of our neighbors have worked hard all their lives and have been able physically and financially to repair their own homes.  Due to illness, aging or any number of uncontrollable causes, they are unable to do the repair work needed and their homes have become unsafe and unlivable. The result is loss of the homeowner’s dignity and crumbling neighborhoods.  One day of volunteer effort can make a difference in people’s lives.

Q: Who is eligible for Rebuilding Together services?

A: ? Low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and the disabled who are not able to do the work themselves and non-profit facilities are eligible.

Q: What is “Christmas in April“?

A: An early recipient told an interested reporter that receiving this gift from her neighbors in the community was like having “Christmas in April”. This name was adopted by the organization in 1988. In 2001, the organization became “Rebuilding Together”, a name which reflects its expanded mission and additional year-round services.

Home Repairs

Q: How are homes selected?

A: All homeowners must fill out the Rebuilding Together - St. Louis application and submit required documents. Once the application has been approved the house is then previewed by the House Selection committee. If the House Selection committee determines that the house is an appropriate candidate for Rebuilding Together - St. Louis, the house is then previewed by the Work Evaluators. They add the technical expertise needed to determine if the house is an appropriate candidate for Rebuilding Day. All homeowners receive a letter in the mail by late February letting them know whether or not they will be selected for Rebuilding Day in the spring.

Q: What area does Rebuilding Together-St. Louis serve?

A: Repairs are made in the City of St. Louis and in the municipalities throughout St. Louis County, St. Charles, Jefferson County, and Franklin County.

Q: What repairs are done?

A: Repairs include minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, plastering, painting, glazing, cleaning, and much, much more. The focus is to keep homeowners living independently in safety and comfort and to complete the work in one day.

Q: Do the homeowners pay?

A: No. All repairs are paid for by dollar donations or in-kind donations from businesses, foundations, service organizations, clubs, associations and individuals — from neighbors who care — at no cost to the homeowners.

Sponsoring

Q: Who sponsors Rebuilding Together?

A: Our sponsors include businesses, foundations, service organizations, clubs, associations and individuals.

Q: How can I support Rebuilding Together - St. Louis?

A: There are several methods available to make a donation.

Volunteering

Q: Who volunteers?

A: Anyone fourteen and older can be a volunteer.  Volunteers come from religious groups, businesses, schools, community service organizations, labor unions, corporations, associations, government employees and interested and concerned individuals. They represent all professions: secretaries, lawyers, truck drivers, doctors, judges, policemen, housewives, students, etc.  Volunteers do not need to be skilled at home repairs.

Q: Can you volunteer one day a year?

A: Yes! Join us for Rebuilding Day and “Come See the Difference a Day Can Make”!

Q: What do I need to know about Rebuilding Day?

A: We have a fact sheet with Rebuilding Day volunteer information.

Q: What if it rains?

A: Rebuilding Day is held rain or shine! The Scope of Work may include tasks to be completed in the interior and exterior of the home. Since we work all over the St. Louis Metro area, the weather at the work site may not be the same as at your home. It is important for volunteers to research the weather before the work date and dress accordingly.