Brush with Kindness

Helping families repair and remain in their homes

Our Brush with Kindness (BWK) program helps low-income homeowners and housing partners maintain welcoming and safe spaces.

Corporate and community volunteers work alongside an experienced supervisor to paint, garden, and revitalise properties, creating tangible change one space at a time. Whether it's refreshing weathered exteriors, clearing overgrown gardens, or making a space feel welcoming, every project restores both homes and hope.

Want to get involved?

If you would like to join our BWK program and help a family and others in need repair and improve the place they call home, register your interest here. 

Looking for a corporate team building experience? Find out how your organisation can get involved by contacting our BWK team at partnershipsvic@habitat.org.au

Do you need support?

To help us establish if we are able to support you through this program, we request that you complete the following application form.

Please note, this initiative is made possible by a dedicated team of part-time staff and volunteers. While volunteers lend their time and expertise, the work completed may not always match that of a qualified trade specialist.

Brush with Kindness recipient application form

First name

Last name

Address

Phone

If entering a mobile number, please insert using the following format: +61 xxx xxx xxx [exclude "0" from front of number]. If entering a land line, use the following format: +61 x xxxx xxxx [exclude the "0" from the area code at the front of the number]

Have you been referred to HFHV by a welfare agency? If so, please provide details.

Describe your current personal circumstance in terms of employment, family situation and health.

Describe your current financial position. I.e. are you working, receiving a pension and/or do you have savings?

Would you be in a position to contribute financially if significant repairs are required?

Do you own your house, if not describe the ownership situation.

Describe the current state of repair of the property and the type of work that needs to be completed. Please upload a minimum of one image at the bottom of this form which clearly showcases the issues you have described.

Is the work permanent or a temporary solution?

Is the site able to be easily accessed?

Are you comfortable with having volunteers working at your house?

Is this a funded NDIS project?

If not funded currently, are you eligible to apply for NDIS funding?

Additional comments

File upload

If you are a low-income homeowner who is struggling with maintaining or repairing your home due to financial constraints, you may be eligible to become a BWK program recipient.

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