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Homeowner

Selection Process

At Rebuilding Together Indianapolis, we are committed to serving homeowners who need critical home repairs but lack the financial resources or physical ability to complete them on their own. Our homeowner selection process is designed to ensure that services reach those with the greatest need while promoting transparency, fairness, and community impact.

Who Qualifies?

Qualified homeowners typically meet the following criteria:

  • Low-income households

  • Older adults (seniors)

  • Individuals living with disabilities

  • Homeowners who are unable to complete necessary repairs themselves due to physical, financial, or other limitations

Referrals come from a variety of trusted community partners, including:

  • Nonprofit organizations

  • Police departments

  • Social service agencies

  • Churches and faith-based organizations

  • Community groups and neighborhood leaders

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How the Selection Process Works

Step 1: Neighborhood Applications Open

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Each year, Rebuilding Together Indianapolis invites neighborhood organizations throughout Marion County and surrounding communities to apply for consideration as the program's featured neighborhood.

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More than 20 neighborhood organizations are typically invited to participate in this process.

Step 2: Neighborhood Review & Selection

A Selection Committee comprised of members of the Rebuilding Together Indianapolis Board of Directors carefully reviews each neighborhood application.

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The committee evaluates factors such as:

  • Community need

  • Housing conditions

  • Neighborhood engagement

  • Potential impact of the program

  • Local partnerships and support

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Following review, one neighborhood is selected as the Neighborhood of the Year.

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Step 3: Homeowner Applications

Once the neighborhood has been selected, homeowners within the designated area are invited to apply for assistance.

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Applications allow Rebuilding Together Indianapolis to gather important information about:

  • Household income

  • Homeownership status

  • Repair needs

  • Accessibility concerns

  • Health and safety issues

  • Ability to complete repairs independently

Step 4: Home Visits & Assessments

Qualified applicants may receive a home visit from Rebuilding Together Indianapolis staff, volunteers, or community partners.

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During the assessment, the team evaluates:

  • Safety concerns

  • Accessibility needs

  • Structural issues

  • Exterior and interior repair needs

  • Scope and feasibility of repairs

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This assessment helps determine how available resources can best support each homeowner.

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Step 5: Final Homeowner Selection

After applications and assessments are completed, homeowners are selected based on eligibility, need, project feasibility, and available funding and volunteer resources.

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Because resources are limited, not every applicant can be selected each year.

Step 6: Project Planning & Volunteer Matching

Once homeowners are selected, Rebuilding Together Indianapolis works with volunteers, contractors, sponsors, and community partners to plan and coordinate repair projects.

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Projects may include:

  • Accessibility modifications

  • Safety repairs

  • Exterior improvements

  • Weatherization

  • General home repairs

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Step 7: Rebuild Day & Community Impact

On Rebuild Day and throughout the year, volunteers and skilled tradespeople come together to complete repairs that help homeowners remain safe, healthy, and independent in their homes.

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These projects strengthen not only individual homes, but entire neighborhoods.

Our Commitment

Every application is reviewed with care and respect. Rebuilding Together Indianapolis is dedicated to ensuring that our selection process is fair, community-focused, and centered on helping vulnerable homeowners remain in the homes they love.

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Questions about homeowner eligibility or the application process? Contact Rebuilding Together Indianapolis to learn more about available programs and upcoming application opportunities.

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