[Re]Purpose

Welcome to [Re]purpose, Rebuilding Together’s blog. This is a place to share stories of the great work of our organization. The stories you will find here are uplifting, compelling but also heartbreaking, they are the stories of Rebuilding Together.

March 18, 2021
I am horrified by the murders that took place in Georgia on Tuesday. This is an unspeakable tragedy for the families of the victims and the AAPI community.
March 12, 2021
During Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of t
March 5, 2021
Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate all women and the positive impact they’ve have had on our world and the lives of others.
February 26, 2021
“How many people don’t have a home to go to? So many,” says Queens neighbor Jill. This past year, home has been more important than ever.
February 24, 2021
Preserving affordable housing and building sustainable communities is at the center of what Rebuilding Together New York City
February 23, 2021
Lisa is a Washington, D.C. native. She was born and raised in Southeast, D.C. and has lived there her entire life. In the mid the 70s, Lisa moved into the home where she currently lives.
February 17, 2021
I have been involved with Rebuilding Together in different capacities for 15 years.
February 16, 2021
I grew up in Fort Meyers, Florida in a home that was 700 square feet. My mom was a single parent and we didn’t have much.
February 5, 2021
Maria and her husband, Clyde, are longtime residents of Tampa, having lived in their home for more than 25 years. Together, they raised three children and have seven grandchildren.