Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade

Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income, vulnerable homeowners, small business owners, and community organizations through critical home repair and accessibility modifications. The organization aims to create safe, accessible homes and thriving community spaces in Miami-Dade County.

Mission and Activities

Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade has been serving Miami-Dade County for over 30 years. The organization's mission is to make the community safer, healthier, and more affordable one home at a time. They provide home repairs and modifications at no cost to qualified recipients, focusing on enhancing safety, accessibility, and the overall quality of life for vulnerable residents.

Programs

• Building a Healthy Neighborhood: This program involves a multiyear commitment to a target neighborhood, working in partnership with residents and community stakeholders to improve the health and safety of homes and community infrastructure.
• Safe at Home: Focuses on identifying and addressing home hazards, conducting repairs such as roof replacements and ADA bathroom modifications to improve accessibility and safety.
• Veterans at Home: Provides no-cost home modifications and repairs for veterans and their families, enhancing safety and accessibility.
• Disaster [Re]Pairs and [Re]Siliency: Offers disaster mitigation, preparedness, and recovery support to help communities rebuild after natural disasters.

Impact

Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade plays a crucial role in addressing housing inequality and preparing communities for natural disasters, which are increasingly prevalent in the Miami-Dade area. By equipping homeowners with knowledge and resources for lasting improvements, the organization contributes to strengthening homes against future storms.

Funding and Volunteer Engagement

The organization is funded by a variety of sources, including corporate sponsors, individual donors, and government entities. Volunteers are central to their operations, and no prior construction skills are required for participation in their projects.

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