The [Re]Builder- January 2022

The #BehindEveryFrontDoor Results are in! 

Thank you to all those who donated to or participated in the #BehindEveryFrontDoor campaign in any capacity!

Although we were just short of reaching our fundraising goal, we are blown away by the support we received and are grateful for every donation

• $18,275 raised
  
• 4 fundraisers
  
• 3 matching sponsors
  
• 43 contributions
  
• donations from 7 states

Because of you, we are able to help our neighbors...

• feel greater pride in their homes.
  
• prevent falls in their home that may lead to serious injuries.
  
• improve their physical and mental health.
  
• build generational wealth.
  
• age in place in the home they know and love.

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Little Free Pantry Update 

​We installed our first little free pantry in Druid Hills!  Please send us a message for the exact location if you'd like to donate or grab an item.

We will be working with UNCC students from Niner United to finish building 4 more pantries in February. Updates to come on where they will be installed! ​

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Join our team! 

Do you know someone who is handy and wants to give back to the Charlotte community?

We're searching for an AmeriCorps Construction Coordinator to join our team in June and help provide critical home repairs and project coordination for homeowners in need. 

Apply here, https://bit.ly/RTGC-JoinOurTeam. 

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Please welcome our 2022 Executive Board! 

​Caylin Haldeman, Flipcause - Board Chair
Andy Dameron, The Dameron Group - Treasurer
Jackie Clare, City of Charlotte - Secretary

"2022 will be an exciting year for Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte! The board is most looking forward to working with our incredible staff team and volunteer network to build new and creative partnerships that expand our reach across the Charlotte region. We are looking forward to a great year ahead." - Caylin Haldeman, Board Chair

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The home maintenance Education Series is Here! 

For many of us, our home is our largest investment. Regular home maintenance is crucial for a homes' longevity, health, and safety. Paying attention to exterior conditions, appliances, heating and cooling, plumbing, security, and electrical systems will help prevent mishaps, save money, and protect your home equity.

We are proud to launch our Home Maintenance Education Series. Each month we will share tips on how to complete your checklist item of the month. As the series continues, we will also invite volunteers, clients, and community members to attend community workshops with in-person instruction on home maintenance basics. At community workshops, attendees will also use their new skills to serve neighbors in need. We cannot wait to get started! 

This graphic was created by Mabry Busby from Queens University of Charlotte. Thank you for your expertise and dedication to this project!

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HOusing in the news!

• NPR-  Home prices are up. For Black families, is selling Grandma’s house the right choice? For most American families, home equity is their largest asset. And homeowners are much wealthier than renters.
• Urban Institute- Tracking Homeownership Wealth Gaps. Homeownership is a vital tool for building wealth and economic security, but households of color are less likely to own homes than white households. Use the tool in this article to search for your city to see how housing wealth is distributed where you live.
• Dcist- Is Affordable Housing Good For Public Health? A New Study Says It Could Be. The socioeconomic benefits of affordable housing are well-documented. Research has demonstrated that increased access to affordable housing is the most cost-effective way to both reduce childhood poverty and increase economic mobility. But what about its positive effects on health? ​​