Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Begun as a program to help stop the decline of urban neighborhoods, A Brush with Kindness is a home renovation program that helps keep families in homes when they are having a difficult time keeping up with required maintenance. Homeowners served by A Brush With Kindness are often elderly or disabled, and on a fixed income. Projects can be completed in 2 – 5 days and include repair, painting and some minor landscaping.

Working with neighborhood organizations, we help identify properties that qualify for the program. The family applies, and once accepted, works alongside the volunteers on the project.

Preserving homeownership means that owners can stay in their homes, which strengthens neighborhoods. When you help keep a family in their home, your restoration efforts may take only a few days, but make an immediate impact. When a house turns into the pride of the street, it becomes a catalyst for a whole neighborhood turnaround.

If you are interested in learning more about how to help, download the PDF booklet that pertains to your group type:

• Corporate or Business
• Faith-based, Non-profit or other
• Youth or School

After reviewing the booklet, we encourage your group to consider the resources that you can provide and make the level of commitment that is right for you. If you have other questions about volunteering with our A Brush with Kindness program, please see our Frequently Asked Questions before contacting us.