A Brush With Kindness -

New Construction

As of June 2022, we are no longer accepting applications for new Habitat homes as we complete our latest build. If you are seeking assistance with home repairs, please see more below about our A Brush With Kindness program. If you have further questions, please email us at info@fostoriahabitat.org.

What is A Brush with Kindness?

We believe that every family should have the opportunity to affordably maintain and preserve their home. But many situations can create barriers for you to keep up with repairs, including unexpected life events or loss of income. Our paint and repair program provides health and safety repairs that can help you maintain a safe and stable home.

Homeowners like Addie have partnered with us for home repairs!

What We Do

Exterior painting
Carpentry repairs on roofing, siding, doors, windows
Tree trimming and removal
Safety and accessibility modifications (ramps and handrails)
General cleaning (does not include regular lawn care or snow removal)

What We Don't Do

Interior painting
Emergency repairs
Driveway paving
Cosmetic repairs
Large Structural repairs (Foundations, waterproofing, etc.)
Building additions (Rebuild garage, finish basements or attics)

Who Is Eligible?

Home is located within the Fostoria city limits
Owner occupied for at least the last 2 years and have homeowner's insurance
Household income below 80% of Fostoria area median income
Needed repairs match what ABWK does
Cannot have received assistance through ABWK in the past 2 years

Current Program Updates

Applications are taken for a limited time annually. When you submit an eligible application, Habitat staff will visit your home to understand your repair needs. Habitat staff, volunteers, and/or contractors will complete your repairs within one year of your application.

Applications are considered first-come, first-served until the deadline has been met or until all available resources have been committed – whichever occurs first. Space is limited. Keep an eye on our website for program updates.

Please contact us by emailing info@fostoriahabitat.org or call 419-435-2844 with any questions you might have about the program, the application process, or documentation required.