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# Hearts & Hammers

Restoring Homes. Touching Lives.

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## Posts

- [A Safe Way In and Out](https://heartsandhammers.org/a-safe-way-in-and-out/) - 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
- [Hearts & Hammers reflects on the Camden News’ lasting community impact](https://heartsandhammers.org/3006-2/) - 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.
- [Building More Than a Deck in White Bear Lake](https://heartsandhammers.org/building-more-than-a-deck-in-white-bear-lake/) - 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
- [McGough’s Gift: Restoring a Home, Honoring a Life of Service](https://heartsandhammers.org/mcgoughs-gift-2025/) - Every year, our friends at McGough go above and beyond by creating what has become a Hearts & Hammers tradition: the McGough Signature Home. This special project brings together McGough and a team of trusted partners to deliver not just repairs, but a complete home transformation for one very deserving homeowner. This year, that homeowner
- [Land O’Lakes Volunteers Transform Longtime Home in the Twin Cities](https://heartsandhammers.org/land-olakes-volunteers-transform-longtime-home-in-the-twin-cities/) - 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
- [A Weekend of Legacy:](https://heartsandhammers.org/a-weekend-of-legacy/) - 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
- [Introducing the Hearts & Hammers Merch Store: Wear Your Support with Pride!](https://heartsandhammers.org/introducing-the-hearts-hammers-merch-store/) - We’re excited to announce the launch of the official Hearts & Hammers merch store. Every purchase supports our mission to keep people in the homes they love
- [Property Tax Spike? You Might Be Eligible for a Refund](https://heartsandhammers.org/property-tax-spike-you-might-be-eligible-for-a-refund/) - This state program refunds part of the increase if your 2025 property taxes went up more than 12% and by at least $100 compared to last year.
- [Program Day Spotlight: Kraus-Anderson](https://heartsandhammers.org/program-day-spotlight-kraus-anderson/) - This spring, the Lake Phalen neighborhood of St. Paul was filled with the sound of paintbrushes, hammers, and laughter as more than 30 Kraus-Anderson employees, family members, and friends joined Hearts & Hammers to restore the home of Frances Gandy.
- [Celebrating Over a Decade of Support: Thank You, McGough Construction!](https://heartsandhammers.org/celebrating-over-a-decade-of-support-thank-you-mcgough-construction/) - McGough's contributions have helped us expand our impact, ensuring that more homeowners can remain safely and comfortably in the homes they love.
- [Swinging for a Cause: Why Our Annual Charity Golf Event Matters](https://heartsandhammers.org/swinging-for-a-cause/) - As a board member of Hearts and Hammers, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how generosity and community spirit come together to create real change.
- [Hearts & Hammers Featured in Ace Hardware’s Heartware Stories](https://heartsandhammers.org/hearts-hammers-featured-in-ace-hardwares-heartware-stories/) - The video highlights the impact of our work and the power of community-driven home restoration.
- [Two Homes. Two States. One Incredible Day of Service.](https://heartsandhammers.org/two-homes-two-states-one-incredible-day-of-service/) - While most companies might plan a single volunteer day, Braun went bigger – organizing two Hearts & Hammers projects in two different states on the same day.
- [Program Day Spotlight: Community Effort Brings New Life to Jean’s Home](https://heartsandhammers.org/program-day-spotlight-community-effort-brings-new-life-to-jeans-home/) - On July 25, nearly 40 volunteers rallied together to transform the longtime home of Jean McLaren, a 69-year-old Minneapolis resident and lifelong member of the community. Perkins & Will generously sponsored the project day, with additional volunteer support from Emanuelson-Podas. Team Captain Jared Kaesmeyer led the charge. "What a day! We transformed Jean’s home. We
- [Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth, Impact, and Community](https://heartsandhammers.org/reflecting-on-2024-a-year-of-growth-impact-and-community/) - We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, and supporters. Your generosity and dedication made 2024 one of our most successful yet!
- [Helping Hands, Caring Hearts: Welcome to the Hearts & Hammers Blog](https://heartsandhammers.org/welcome-blog/) - At Hearts & Hammers, we believe that everyone deserves to live in a safe, well-maintained home—especially those who have spent their lives working hard for their families, their communities, and their country. That’s why, for almost 30 years, we’ve been rolling up our sleeves, gathering volunteers, and making a difference—one house at a time. If

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://heartsandhammers.org/) - Hearts & Hammers utilizes volunteers and donors to restore the homes of low-income homeowners including Seniors, Veterans, and Disabled individuals. Learn More!
- [Blitz Weekend DFW](https://heartsandhammers.org/volunteers/blitz-weekend-dfw/) - Help us reach our goal of 15 sponsored home projects!
- [Youth Waiver](https://heartsandhammers.org/youth-waiver/)
- [Adult Waiver](https://heartsandhammers.org/adult-waiver/)
- [Corporate Volunteer Opportunities](https://heartsandhammers.org/sponsorships/team-building/) - Give your employees a team-building experience they'll remember while helping older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities remain safely in their homes.
- [News](https://heartsandhammers.org/news/) - Read the latest news, stories and updates from Hearts & Hammers about our homeowners, volunteers, community partners and home repair projects.
- [Dallas, Texas Homeowner Application](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/dallas-homeowner-application/) - Learn more about Hearts & Hammers's eligibility requirements and then apply for our free exterior home renovations in Dallas, Texas.
- [Warroad, Minnesota Homeowner Application](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/warroad-homeowner-application/) - Warroad Homeowner Application ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: You own and live in a single‑family home located within the city limits of Warroad, MN. 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
- [Twin Cities, Minnesota Homeowner Application](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/twin-cities-homeowner-application/) - Read about our eligibility requirements and apply for our free exterior home restoration in the Twin Cities. We look forward to serving you.
- [Homeowner FAQs](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/faqs/) - If you are a homeowner curious about working with Hearts and Hammers to restore your home, visit us at our homeowner frequently asked questions page.
- [Homeowners](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/) - Find out if you qualify for free exterior home painting & minor repairs. Learn more about Hearts & Hammers services. Apply today!
- [Program Day FAQs](https://heartsandhammers.org/volunteers/faq/) - Find answers to common Program Day questions, including what to bring, volunteer experience, project work, scheduling, and inclement weather.
- [Sponsorship Opportunities](https://heartsandhammers.org/sponsorships/) - See more about organizations that currently support Hearts & Hammers and learn more about how your organization can participate!
- [Community Volunteer Groups](https://heartsandhammers.org/community-volunteer-groups/) - Bring your community, faith, or service group together for a volunteer day helping older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities remain safely at home.
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://heartsandhammers.org/volunteers/) - Learn more about team & individual volunteer opportunities in the Twin Cities and Dallas. Make a difference in your neighbors' lives.
- [Contact](https://heartsandhammers.org/contact/) - Learn more about volunteer opportunities, sponsoring a home or event, free house painting for your home or donating to Hearts & Hammers.
- [Events](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/) - Discover local events and volunteer activities to support Hearts & Hammers to assist seniors, veterans, and those looking to stay in their affordable homes.
- [Volunteer & Sponsorship Inquiry](https://heartsandhammers.org/sponsorships/team-home-sponsorship-registration/) - Please have every volunteer in your team fill out the appropriate waiver prior to working on the home Adult Waiver Youth Waiver
- [Twin Cities Golf Classic](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/golf-classic/) - Join us for the 10th annual Golf Classic to network, golf, and raise money for our mission of providing exterior home improvement for those who need it.
- [H&H Golf Classic Tournaments](https://heartsandhammers.org/golfclassics/) - Golf Classic Registration is Now Open in DFW and the Twin Cities! Twin Cities Golf Classic DFW Golf Classic
- [DFW Golf Classic](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/golf-classic-copy/) - Tee It Up! For The 2026 DFW Golf Classic Join us Tuesday, September 29, 2026 8:00 AM - 2:00 Bear Creek Golf Club Register and Pay for Golf Event Join Hearts & Hammers for the 2026 DFW Golf Classic at the popular Bear Creek Golf Club, a favorite among DFW golfers. This signature fundraising event
- [Axe Throwing Fundraising Event](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/axe-throwing-fundraising-event/) - The Axe is coming:August of 2026 Day Hour Minute Second Hearts and Hammers' Premier Axe Throwing Tournament Join us in August for our high-energy, bracket-style axe throwing tournament that brings out your competitive side while supporting a cause that changes lives. Every throw helps Hearts & Hammers provide critical home repairs for seniors, individuals with
- [The Hammer Curling Event](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/the-hammer/) - Join Hearts and Hammers as well as professionals in the Commercial Real Estate Industry and related professions for a one-day curling tournament.
- [H&H Silent Auction](https://heartsandhammers.org/events/silent-auction-2025/) - BID NOW!!!
- [Homeowners Application](https://heartsandhammers.org/homeowners/application/) - Apply for our free exterior home repairs today. At Hearts & Hammers, we want to help you stay in the home you love for years to come.
- [Store](https://heartsandhammers.org/store/) - Check out our amazing merch powered by Bonfire! We drop new designs every few months, or you can order team shirts for your Program Day! For bulk orders, email Ashlyn@heartsandhammers.org Changemaker Shirts Trucker Hats
- [Individual Volunteer Opportunities](https://heartsandhammers.org/volunteers/individuals/) - Check out volunteer opportunities for adults & youth, all experience levels. Make a difference in your community. Fill out the registration form!
- [Donate](https://heartsandhammers.org/donate/) - Help low-income seniors, veterans, or differently-abled folks stay in their homes by donating or sponsoring today! Make a difference in your community.
- [Referring Agency Information](https://heartsandhammers.org/referring-agency-information/) - Referring Agency Information
- [Privacy Policy](https://heartsandhammers.org/privacy-policy/) - Hearts & Hammers Twin Cities Inc heartsandhammers.org Purpose. The purpose of our Privacy Policy is to let you know what information is collected and how it is used. This Privacy Policy applies to heartsandhammers.org (the Website) which is owned and operated by Hearts and Hammers Twin Cities Inc (the Organization). By using heartsandhammers.org you accept
- [Individual Volunteer Registration](https://heartsandhammers.org/volunteers/individual-registration/) - Volunteer for Hearts & Hammers and make a real difference in your community. Learn more about how to get involved and sign up for a day of volunteering.
- [Refer A Homeowner Form](https://heartsandhammers.org/refer-a-homeowner-form/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [News](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/news/)
- [Homeowner Spotlights](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/homeowner-spotlights/)
- [Volunteer Stories](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/volunteer-stories/)
- [Events](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/events/)
- [Sponsorship](https://heartsandhammers.org/category/sponsorship/)

## Tags

- [news](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/news/)
- [volunteers](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/volunteers/)
- [events](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/events/)
- [sponsorship](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/sponsorship/)
- [golf](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/golf/)
- [bob walker](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/bob-walker/)
- [good sam](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/good-sam/)
- [walker group](https://heartsandhammers.org/tag/walker-group/)

## Team Locations

- [Dallas](https://heartsandhammers.org/team_location/dallas/)
- [Twin Cities](https://heartsandhammers.org/team_location/twin-cities/)
- [Warroad](https://heartsandhammers.org/team_location/warroad/)

## Document Types

- [Hearts & Hammers Informational Materials](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/hearts-hammers-informational-materials/)
- [Team Captain Handbook](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/team-captain-handbook/)
- [Scope Meeting Documents](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/scope-meeting-documents/)
- [Volunteer Information](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/volunteer-information/)
- [Waivers](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/waivers/)
- [Program Day Prep](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/program-day-prep/)
- [Purchases / Receipts](https://heartsandhammers.org/document_type/purchases-receipts/)