Rebuilding Together Southeast Michigan

Rebuilding Together (Nonprofit)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Rebuilding Together Southeast Michigan is available to homeowners in Detroit, MI.

Volunteer-powered free home repairs for qualifying Southeast Michigan homeowners. Partners with ~40 organizations annually and mobilizes ~1,000 volunteers. Provides a warm, safe, dry, and independent living environment. Priority given to seniors, disabled residents, and veterans. Repairs include roofing, plumbing, electrical, accessibility modifications, and more. No cost to the homeowner.

Low-income; senior, veteran, or disabled preferred

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

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

In Detroit, MI, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • 100% free volunteer-powered repairs
  • Priority for seniors, veterans, and disabled residents
  • 1,000+ volunteers mobilized annually
  • Covers roofs, plumbing, electrical, accessibility
  • Apply at rtsemi.org

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

248-540-0022

A grant-savvy contractor in Detroit, MI can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Detroit early keeps your application moving.

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Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

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).
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • 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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Year-round, apply at rtsemi.org

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Rebuilding Together Southeast Michigan in Detroit?

Rebuilding Together Southeast Michigan is open to homeowners in Detroit, MI. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Rebuilding Together Southeast Michigan in Detroit, MI?

Apply directly with Rebuilding Together (Nonprofit) using the official program link on this page or call 248-540-0022. There is no middleman and no fee.

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