Focused in Lake County, Hammers for Hope provides free and low-cost home repairs and upgrades to those in need. The program is designed to assist seniors, low-income individuals, and families, and people with disabilities by making minor home repairs to improve comfort and safety. Hammers for Hope is a collaborative effort made possible by community volunteers and local contractors with major funding provided by Calpine Corporation and assistance from Kelseyville Lumber.

The program is designed to assist with short-term repair projects under $5,000 in materials and labor. Examples of repair projects include painting; weatherproofing and insulation; minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing repairs; and installation of wheel chair ramps.

Assistance will be determined based on several factors, including type and extent of repairs needed, availability and ability of volunteers and/or contractor crews, applicant need, and available funds.

Applicant Guidelines:

• Applicants must own and live in their own home or mobile home.

• Applicants must provide proof of ownership. Those applicants who live in a mobile home must have written permission from management of the mobile home park for the work to be done or handicapped ramp to be built.

• Preference may be given to those applicants who meet income guidelines (refer to chart below) and provide documentation of total household income for all persons living in the home.

Proof of Eligibility

For consideration, you may be asked to submit copies of one or more of the following documents along with your application:

1. Most recent U.S. Income Tax Form or other proof of income (e.g., social security benefit statement for everyone living in your home)

2. Checking and savings bank statements for everyone living in your home; and/or

3. Most recent paid property tax bill.

If you have any questions, email: info@hammersforhope.org.