Dallas Homeowners Application
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- You own and live in a single‑family home located in the Dallas metro area.
- You have lived in the home for at least two 2 years and intend to remain in the home for at least the next two years.
- Your name appears on the property deed or you have a documented legal ownership interest.
- Not eligible: townhomes, duplexes, side‑by‑sides, condos, and mobile homes.
2. Personal Eligibility + Income Requirement: Your household must meet both of the following (A. Personal Criteria + B. Income Criteria):
A. Personal Criteria (at least one must apply)
-
- Age 60 or older, OR
- Under 60 with disabilities (this may include the homeowner’s child who has disabilities) OR
- A U.S. military veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran
B. Income Criteria (must meet): Your total household income for the previous calendar year must not exceed:
| Household Size | Monthly Income | Yearly Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3,425 | $41,100 |
| 2 | $3,912 | $46,950 |
| 3 | $4,400 | $52,800 |
| 4 | $4,887 | $58,650 |
NOTE: Homes will be considered based on the availability of volunteers, materials, and scope of work.
What We Do:
Hearts & Hammers provides exterior home improvements completed by volunteer teams. Work may include:
- Exterior Painting
- Caulking/Weather-stripping
- Repair or Partial Replacement of Damaged Siding, Fascia, or Trim
- Accessibility Ramp
- Railings Repair
- Stair/Walkway Repair
- Windows/Doors Repair
- Gutter Repair
- Deck/Porch Repair
- Landscaping Renewal
The purpose of this work is to restore the character of the home and the surrounding neighborhood and to improve the home’s safety and security.
We do NOT provide:
- interior refurbishment
- major electrical work
- plumbing services
- roofing
- putting up a new fence
- major construction projects
Unless you permit us to share your contact information with other non-profit aid organizations, your application will be kept confidential and used solely to evaluate the acceptability of your home for repairs or refurbishment by Hearts & Hammers.
If you have questions regarding the application process or your eligibility, please call 612-208-8171.