Through critical repairs, attainable renovations, and community partnerships, The Faatz Foundation helps Brunswick County homeowners remain safely in the places they call home.
Practical Help. Meaningful Impact.
The Faatz Foundation assists Brunswick County homeowners facing unsafe living conditions, serious residential repair needs, or financial barriers that make necessary improvements difficult to complete.
Every request is different. We approach each situation with compassion, respect, and a commitment to finding practical solutions. Assistance may include donated work, reduced-cost services, contributed materials, professional partnerships, or other resources available to the Foundation.
Our purpose is not simply to improve properties. It is to protect the safety, stability, and dignity that a secure home provides.
Critical repairs address conditions that may affect a home’s safety, security, health, or continued habitability.
Projects considered may include:
Unsafe or deteriorating flooring
Roof leaks and storm-related damage
Water intrusion and moisture damage
Failing porches, steps, or entryways
Essential structural repairs
Damaged exterior siding
Repairs affecting basic utilities
Accessibility and mobility improvements
Other serious health or safety concerns
Assistance is prioritized based on the urgency of the condition, the homeowner’s circumstances, project feasibility, and available resources.
Some homeowners need more extensive improvements but cannot afford traditional retail renovation costs. When resources allow, the Foundation may help identify ways to make necessary renovations more attainable.
Assistance may include:
Evaluating the project and identifying essential priorities
Helping establish a practical scope of work
Connecting homeowners with qualified professionals
Securing donated or reduced-cost materials
Coordinating contributed labor or services
Completing approved work at a reduced cost
Phasing a project according to urgency and available resources
Renovation assistance is intended for necessary residential improvements. The Foundation does not provide luxury remodeling or purely cosmetic upgrades.
Our commitment to Brunswick County extends beyond residential repairs. The Faatz Foundation also supports select charitable causes, community programs, partnerships, and events that improve the lives of local residents.
Support may include:
Partnering with local nonprofit organizations
Supporting community fundraisers
Contributing services, materials, or resources
Assisting local families during times of need
Participating in volunteer initiatives
Hosting or benefiting from charitable community events
Community support is considered based on alignment with the Foundation’s mission, local impact, available resources, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Serving Brunswick County Homeowners
The Foundation’s residential assistance is focused on owner-occupied primary residences located in Brunswick County, North Carolina.
Priority may be given to households experiencing:
Unsafe or deteriorating living conditions
Financial hardship
Storm, flood, or water-related damage
Age- or disability-related accessibility needs
Circumstances that could force a family from its home
An urgent health or safety concern
Limited access to other sources of assistance
The Foundation considers every request individually and strives to treat each applicant with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Our Process
1. Submit a Request
The homeowner, family member, or referring organization submits information about the property, household, and needed repairs.
2. Initial Review
The Foundation reviews the request to determine whether it aligns with its mission, service area, and current capabilities.
3. Property Evaluation
If the request moves forward, a representative may contact the homeowner, request documentation, and schedule a property assessment.
4. Project Decision
The Foundation evaluates the urgency, cost, feasibility, available funding, donated resources, and potential community partnerships before making a decision.
The Faatz Foundation’s work is strengthened by the generosity of individuals, contractors, suppliers, businesses, volunteers, sponsors, and community organizations.
Projects may be supported through:
Financial contributions
Donated construction materials
Professional services
Skilled volunteer labor
Reduced-cost contractor services
Corporate or community sponsorships
Fundraising events
Partnerships with other nonprofit organizations
Each contribution helps the Foundation direct more resources toward creating safe and secure homes for Brunswick County families.
Before You Apply
Submitting a request does not guarantee assistance. The Faatz Foundation has limited funding, materials, labor, and project capacity. Requests are considered based on:
Alignment with the Foundation’s mission
Homeownership and residency requirements
Severity and urgency of the need
Health and safety concerns
Household circumstances
Project scope and feasibility
Availability of funding, materials, and qualified labor
The Foundation’s existing commitments
The Foundation may be unable to accept a project even when a genuine need exists. Applicants may also be asked to provide proof of ownership, residency, income, insurance, estimates, photographs, or other supporting documentation.
Assistance decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Understanding the Scope of Our Work
Unless specifically approved as part of an eligible project, assistance generally does not include:
Luxury remodeling
Decorative or purely cosmetic updates
Vacation homes or rental properties
Commercial properties
New-home construction
Routine housekeeping or property maintenance
Landscaping unrelated to safety or accessibility
Reimbursement for previously completed work
Projects that cannot be completed safely or lawfully
Work requiring resources beyond the Foundation’s capacity
Including this section will help reduce requests that do not fit the Foundation’s mission.
Together, We Can Help a Neighbor Stay Safely at Home
Whether you need assistance, know a homeowner who may qualify, or want to contribute to an upcoming project, we invite you to connect with The Faatz Foundation.