Watching the news can be a painful reminder of how divided our country truly is. Race, religion and educational background are just a few divides across which we struggle to cooperate. In addition, despite sometimes living only miles apart, Americans of ample means and those living in poverty dwell in drastically different worlds. Rarely do we put forth the effort necessary to overcome the challenges of communicating and understanding one another, which cripples society’s ability to find impactful solutions.

In Metropolitan Detroit, we have witnessed well-intentioned suburban individuals and groups attempt to alleviate Detroit’s poverty crisis. We have also seen residents of the inner city make attempts to share their wealth of knowledge regarding oppressive systems that go unaddressed. Yet both are apprehensive about making the sacrifices necessary to develop meaningful relationships with one another. While financial resources are critical to urban renewal, all parties must come with the mindset that they have something to give and receive. Therefore, a different model of charity must exist where all sides are inspired to do the hard work of relationship building.

That’s where Life Remodeled comes in.

a Life Remodeled volunteer having fun cleaning up the neighborhood

What We Do

With substantial investments of cash, labor and materials, Life Remodeled℠ focuses on the intentional and equitable revitalization of Detroit neighborhoods distinguished by their significant need and radical hope.

Throughout the process of unifying for a common mission, participants begin to realize how much they respect and need each other, which is a catalyst for long-term relationships and partnerships.

a Life Remodeled volunteer having fun cleaning up the neighborhood

What We Do

With substantial investments of cash, labor and materials, Life Remodeled℠ focuses on the intentional and equitable revitalization of Detroit neighborhoods distinguished by their significant need and radical hope.

Throughout the process of unifying for a common mission, participants begin to realize how much they respect and need each other, which is a catalyst for long-term relationships and partnerships.

Projects are determined by the community’s hopes and dreams, and we assist in three areas: renovating and repurposing former school buildings into opportunity hubs, repairing owner-occupied homes, and annually mobilizing thousands of volunteers in six days to beautify the four square miles surrounding our current opportunity hub.

2021 Six Day Project dates TBD.

Getting Involved

Projects are determined by the community’s hopes and dreams, and we assist in three areas: renovating and repurposing former school buildings into opportunity hubs, repairing owner-occupied homes, and annually mobilizing thousands of volunteers in six days to beautify the four square miles surrounding our current opportunity hub.

2021 Six Day Project dates TBD.

a Life Remodeled volunteer having fun cleaning up the neighborhood

Team Life Remodeled Values

Community First

We prioritize the expertise, desires and needs of students and community residents in the neighborhoods where our projects are focused. Their ideas, hopes and dreams matter most. Bottom line, no matter how awesome anyone thinks Life Remodeled℠’s projects are, they mean absolutely nothing if they don’t align with the values and ambitions of children, youth and adults who make up the local community.

Always Find a Way

Our annual goals are always nearly out of reach. Unforeseen circumstances happen. Things change, and we are not only flexible, but we find better solutions than ever before. Every day we are innovating and creating a future that doesn’t yet exist. There is always a way, and our team is made of those who not only believe this, but they make it happen.

Bold Humility

If you’re only bold, you’re a jerk. If you’re only humble, you’re a doormat. Wielding the balance of these two powerful attributes is what drives Team Life Remodeled℠ to take the form of servant leaders who value the needs of others over our own with confidence and determination. We embrace our weaknesses and limitations, and we know we all have blind spots. Therefore, we are life-long learners who see every encounter and every challenge as opportunities to learn and grow as human beings.