Introducing the Hearts & Hammers Safe Access Initiative Most Hearts & Hammers projects focus on painting, siding, deck repairs, landscaping, and other exterior maintenance. But two recent homeowners showed us a need that our traditional program is not set up to address. Both needed a safe way to enter and leave their homes. We could […]
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Hearts & Hammers reflects on the Camden News’ lasting community impact (Reprinted from the Camden News, Vol. 50, No. 8) As the Camden News prepares to publish its final editions, Hearts & Hammers – Twin Cities is reflecting on the role the newspaper has played in connecting North Minneapolis homeowners with free home repair services.
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When Hearts & Hammers first visited Christine Johnson’s White Bear Lake home, we were concerned about the condition of the deck that provided access to her back door. It had deteriorated to the point that repairing portions of it wasn’t enough – the deck needed to be completely rebuilt. It was also the kind of
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Hearts & Hammers was honored to welcome a brand-new Home Sponsor and volunteer team from Land O’Lakes, Inc. in 2025, led by Team Captain Leah McKeon, Senior Community Relations Specialist. Their inaugural project brought together 40 volunteers working in two shifts, all showing up with energy, compassion, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful
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Two Hearts & Hammers Family Groups, One Coincidental Connection Some coincidences just feel meant to be. This fall, two of Hearts & Hammers’ longest-running volunteer groups – each with deep roots in our history – went out on the very same weekend. They didn’t meet on the job site or plan it that way, but
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A Fresh Coat of Red and a Legacy of Service This fall, the Lake Phalen neighborhood of St. Paul was filled with the sound of paintbrushes, hammers, and laughter as more than 40 Kraus-Anderson employees, family members, and friends joined Hearts & Hammers to restore the home of Frances Gandy. Frances, a 60-year-old disabled
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We’re excited to share that Hearts & Hammers is featured in Ace Hardware’s Heartware Stories series! This story highlights the impact of our work and the power of community-driven home restoration. Through our partnership with Marvin Home Center, an Ace Hardware store, and Marvin’s corporate team, we’ve expanded our impact to Warroad, Minnesota. In 2024,
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As we wrap up an incredible year at Hearts& Hammers, we want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to every volunteer, sponsor, and supporter who played a role in our success. Your generosity, hard work, and commitment have made a lasting impact on communities in need. Expanding Our Reach: 2024 Impact HighlightsThis
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