Extreme summer heat is threatening Houston area residents more than ever this year. Low-income families living in aging homes with inefficient temperature control and poor air quality are most at risk for health and safety challenges. $500 provides an energy efficient window AC /Heater unit to keep families safe year round. Donate now to help families most in need.
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Repairing Homes. Revitalizing Communities. Rebuilding Lives.

Extreme Heat

Apply for Free AC Now

If you can’t afford a potentially lifesaving air conditioner, we may be able to help. Low-income homeowners are encouraged to email info@rebuildinghouston.org or call 713-659-2511 for a pre-screening to determine program eligibility. 

You can also fill out our application by clicking below:

Help Neighbors in need

Temperature control is part of our Safe and Sound Services Program, sponsored by Houston Methodist Hospital. RTH provides energy efficient window AC /Heater units. To support this program, please make a donation. $500 provides potentially lifesaving temperature control to another neighbor in need. During times of extreme heat, you can make a difference!

S.H.A.P.E. Community Center Revitalization

This summer we’re renovating this historic Third Ward institution, established in 1969, thanks to a National Neighborhood Promise Grant from Republic Services.

Replace roof
Repair sewer line
Improve safety of building

Third Ward Community Revitalization

Watch the coverage of our work on KPRC-TV2

Service Areas

Homeowner qualifications for home repair assistance at no cost:

  • US military veterans living in Harris County, OR

  • East End homeowners in these zip codes only: 77003, 77011, 77012, 77023, OR

  • Homeowners living in Third Ward Zip Code: 77004, OR

  • Homeowners living in rural areas, as determined by USDA, in or near these Zip Codes: 77336, 77375, 77377, 77429, 77433, 77447, 77449, 77484, 77493, 77532, 77561, 77562;

  • Be living on a very low income (50% or lower of the Average Median Income for the Greater Houston/Harris County area);

  • Be a full-time resident and owner of the home (a single-family dwelling);

  • Be current on property taxes or have an official payment agreement with your County Tax Office for delinquent property taxes.

  • Not own more than 1 property.

 

Repairs

  • Roof Restoration

  • Structural Stabilization

  • Exterior Repairs

  • Modifications and Safety Upgrades