MADISON — A program that assists low-income families in repairing and renovating their homes will be piloted next year by Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. The program called, A Brush with Kindness, includes low cost exterior projects such as painting, weatherizing, landscaping, minor repairs and clean up around their property.
“Our goal with this program is to serve additional low to moderate income families new to Habitat for Humanity of Dane County,” said Valerie Johnson, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. “Our plan is to pilot the program in the spring of 2014 with details on applying for the full program distributed next fall.”
To qualify residents mush own their home, meet income requirements and demonstrate an ability to repay for the cost of the materials through a no interest loan. A Brush with Kindness uses volunteer labor and donated materials to keep the cost low for families.
A Brush with Kindness is one of several new ideas that are part of Habitat for Humanity of Dane County’s 2013-16 Organizational Strategic Plan, released today.
The local Habitat affiliate also plans to implement a new program called Almost Home for current and prospective homeowners on employment, credit and financial education. The idea is to help low to moderate income families who are currently renting put themselves into position to become homeowners.
Another new venture in 2013-14 is a land banking campaign for Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. Land acquired during the campaign would be used to build Habitat home in the future.
Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and completed its 200th home earlier this year. By the end of this year, Habitat will have completed its 216th home in Dane County.
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