Detroit Home Repair Fund

Gilbert Family Foundation / Enterprise Community Partners

Waitlist Home Repair

About This Program

$20 million fund launched by the Gilbert Family Foundation, ProMedica, and DTE Energy, administered by Enterprise Community Partners and Green & Healthy Homes Initiative. Has delivered 6,000+ repairs to 600+ homes. Eligible households must be owner-occupied Detroit homeowners at or below 200% FPL who have applied for HOPE. Current waitlist is closed, contact the Detroit Housing Resource HelpLine at 866-313-2520 for alternative resources.

Below 200% FPL; HOPE application required; waitlist closed

Verified against Gilbert Family Foundation / Enterprise Community Partners's official page on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Free repairs, $20M fund from Gilbert Foundation + DTE
  • Eligibility: below 200% FPL, HOPE application required
  • 6,000+ repairs completed in 600+ homes
  • WAITLIST CURRENTLY CLOSED, call 866-313-2520 for alternatives
  • Administered by Enterprise Community Partners

How to Apply

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866-313-2520

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Hotline waitlist currently closed, call 866-313-2520 for referrals

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