What we do

Rebuilding Together East Bay Network saves lives.  Every year, we assess the homes of local low-income seniors, veterans and people with disabilities, uncovering hidden dangers.  We repair or replace dangerous natural gas appliances, provide smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, install seismic strengthening and repairs to foundations, replace broken windows and doors, make corrections to electrical wiring and fixtures, repair plumbing leaks, and improve the energy efficiency of clients’ homes. We help them reduce clutter and make their homes safer to live in. Where required, we pull permits for work and have the work properly inspected. There are no short-cuts taken.

These vital repairs are funded entirely by grants and donations, both cash and in-kind.  We do not charge homeowners for these repairs, or encourage them to take out loans which they will have to repay.  There are no “strings” attached to our services. This is made possible by the support of local governments, over 1,000 volunteers, and donations from individuals, corporations, private foundations, and small business owners.