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What We Do
Rebuilding Together DC • Alexandria is an award-winning, mission-driven organization that creates healthy neighborhoods for residents in Washington, DC and Alexandria, Virginia.
[Re]Building DC.
[Re]Building Alexandria.
[Re]Building lives.
Repairing homes is our tool. Rebuilding lives is our mission. Our volunteers and sponsors give us the opportunity to transform neighborhoods in Washington DC and Alexandria into vibrant places – restoring pride, dignity, and hope in our communities.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Home repair is our means; strengthening lives is our purpose. With the support of dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors, we help revitalize neighborhoods across Washington, DC and Alexandria—renewing safety, restoring confidence, and fostering hope in the communities we serve.
Support Our Work
Your donations go far. Every dollar we raise is leveraged up to $3 worth of repairs or maintenance. With your help we can improve the quality of life for residents in Washington DC and the city of Alexandria.
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community organizations received upgrades
182
households received
free home repairs
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total free repairs made
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The Ideal AC Temperature to Set During a Heat Wave, According to an HVAC Pro — Real Simple
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