Habitat KC Home Preservation (Critical Repair & Brush with Kindness)

Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City

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About This Program

Habitat KC Home Preservation (Critical Repair & Brush with Kindness) is available to homeowners in Kansas City, MO.

Habitat KC's Home Preservation program serves homeowners at or below 80% AMI who face safety, accessibility, or health hazards. Critical Home Repair covers roofing, HVAC, siding, interior/exterior repairs. A Brush with Kindness targets exterior paint, windows, and overgrowth. Covers Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties in Missouri, plus Johnson, Wyandotte, and Leavenworth counties in Kansas. Priority for veterans, LGBTQ+, seniors, and disabled. 2025 goal: 100 MO + 50 KS households.

Below 80% AMI, submit service request first, then application if eligible

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

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

In Kansas City, MO, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Critical Home Repair: roof, HVAC, siding, structural
  • A Brush with Kindness: paint, windows, exterior
  • Free for homeowners at or below 80% AMI
  • Priority: veterans, seniors, disabled, LGBTQ+
  • Serves both KC-MO and KC-KS counties

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

816-994-3500

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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 Kansas City 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, 2-week review after service request

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Habitat KC Home Preservation (Critical Repair & Brush with Kindness) in Kansas City?

Habitat KC Home Preservation (Critical Repair & Brush with Kindness) is open to homeowners in Kansas City, MO. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Habitat KC Home Preservation (Critical Repair & Brush with Kindness) in Kansas City, MO?

Apply directly with Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City using the official program link on this page or call 816-994-3500. There is no middleman and no fee.

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