SPOONER, WI -- Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, in partnership with both The Home Depot Foundation and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Veterans Home Repair and Modification Pilot Program (VHRMP), is pleased to announce that it is now accepting critical home repair applications for veteran households. This initiative aims to provide essential repairs and modifications to improve safety, accessibility, and overall quality of life specifically for veterans and their families.
According to the Housing Assistance Council, nearly a quarter of all veteran-owned homes (approximately 1.76 million homes) are more than 60 years old, and 1.6 million veteran households report difficulty entering their home or accessing the kitchen, bedroom, or bathroom. In addition to facing inadequate housing, more than 33,000 veterans are experiencing homelessness, according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
"We are deeply committed to supporting our veterans and ensuring they have safe and comfortable homes to live in," said Jennifer Johnson, Executive Director of Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity. "With the help of The Home Depot Foundation and HUD’s Veterans Home Repair and Modification Pilot Program, we can address critical repair needs and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for our country."
Applications for the veteran household critical home repair program are currently open and will continue until March 15, 2024. Veterans and their families in need of assistance are encouraged to apply early as funding is limited. Please note that the HUD VHRMP program is limited to disabled veterans only and need not be a service-related disability. Both programs require proof of general or honorable discharge.
For more information about Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity's veteran household critical home repair program and how to apply, please visit wildrivershabitat.org or contact 715-939-1390 to receive an application packet by mail or email. Wild Rivers is unable to determine eligibility over the phone.
Through its Home Preservation and Repairs Program, Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity is continuing to accomplish its goal of providing everyone a safe and decent place to live.
About The Home Depot Foundation
The Home Depot Foundation, the nonprofit arm of The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, support communities impacted by natural disasters and train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $500 million in veteran causes and improved more than 60,000 veteran homes and facilities. The Foundation has pledged to invest $750 million in veteran causes by 2030 and $50 million in training the next generation of skilled tradespeople through the Path to Pro program by 2028. To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation visit HomeDepotFoundation.org.
About Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
The Department of Housing and Urban Development's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. More information about HUD and its programs is available at www.hud.gov and https://espanol.hud.gov.
About Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity
Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International and builds strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter in northwestern Wisconsin. WRHFH provides housing assistance by constructing, rehabilitating, and preserving homes for income qualified individuals and families. Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity has constructed over 52 homes since its formation in 1997 and has completed over 450 projects through its home repair and painting program. To donate funds, building materials or to volunteer, visit www.wildrivershabitat.org.
Last Update: Mar 06, 2024 10:59 am CST
