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Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity will once again host Rock the Block, our annual, volunteer-driven, revitalization effort focused on transforming local neighborhoods.
Dates: September 16, 17, and 18, 2026
Location: West De Pere in the "Tree Streets" Neighborhood
Be part of a community-driven effort to beautify homes, support neighbors, and build a stronger Brown County.
Dates: September 16, 17, and 18, 2026
Location: West De Pere in the "Tree Streets" Neighborhood
Be part of a community-driven effort to beautify homes, support neighbors, and build a stronger Brown County.
Rock the Block Benefits Our Neighborhoods |
Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity supports those who may face challenges or limitations with exterior home repairs and maintenance. Rock the Block serves Brown County communities by:
🔨 Keeping neighborhoods clean and safe 🔨 Improving property values for residents 🔨 Benefiting more than one homeowner at a time 🔨 Unifying people with a common purpose 🔨 Increasing neighborhood pride and quality of life 🔨 Bringing volunteers and homeowners together |
Become a Rock the Block Volunteer!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? We are looking for hundreds of volunteers for this year's event. Your time and skills can help create vibrant communities and make a difference in the life of a local homeowner.
Community Transformation
Be part of a movement that transforms neighborhoods and fosters a sense of pride and unity. |
Hands-On Impact
Contribute to exterior home repairs, landscaping, painting, accessibility projects, and more. |
Build Connections
Connect with fellow volunteers, homeowners, and community members as you work side by side. |
Event Experience
Volunteer for cleanup, takedown, and other general event tasks related to neighborhood revitalization. |
Potential Volunteer Opportunities
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Sponsor Rock the Block
We believe in the power of partnership to create lasting change in our community. Rock the Block is a testament to what we can achieve when volunteers, neighbors, and local businesses come together to support a common cause.
How Your Sponsorship Can Make an Impact
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Community Impact: Your sponsorship directly contributes to revitalizing neighborhoods and improving the lives of homeowners in our community. These might be your employees, family members, friends, and even neighbors!
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Mission Moments: Partnering with Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity aligns your business or group with our mission. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
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Tangible Results: Your sponsorship allows us to maximize ARPA funds to make the greatest impact possible. Rock the Block is about providing a hand-up to qualified homeowners who may need assistance completing necessary repairs and improvements. That's something you can feel good about supporting!
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Rock the Block impacts 25+ owner-occupied homes each year. These are individuals and families in our community who may be facing physical or financial barriers that prevent them from completing home repairs or upgrades that enhance their wellbeing and safety.
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Support With In-Kind Donations
Are you interested in donating tools, materials, meals, or other in‑kind support? Rock the Block depends on these generous donations to keep program costs down while ensuring we have the materials necessary to complete the work!
In-kind Items Needed Most
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Landscaping Items
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Volunteer Resources
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Tools
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Transportation
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Email Kaylee Prebelski, our Rock the Block Program Manager, to arrange an in-kind donation
Rock the Block's Impact By the Numbers
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2024: East De Pere
In September of 2024, Rock the Block made its debut in East De Pere. Here is a breakdown of the impact of that first year: 34 Homes Volunteers tackled exterior repairs, painting projects, landscaping, and accessibility improvements for over 30 homes, enhancing the quality of life for these homeowners. 300+ Volunteers More than 300 dedicated volunteers from all walks of life came together — including neighbors, corporate groups, and skilled individuals — to lend their hands and hearts to the cause. |
2025: Green Bay
The second year of Rock the Block took place in the Fisk Addition Neighborhood in Green Bay's west side. 25 Homes We worked on 25 owner-occupied homes and two community spaces: Fisk Park and the Church of the Annunciation. We added mulch to the playgrounds to make them safer. 250+ Volunteers This was another impressive year, with hundreds of volunteers signing up to dedicate their time and talents to the Rock the Block program. We are so grateful for everyone who pitched in! |
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SPONSORJoin us in uniting people to strengthen and revitalize our communities! Your partnership, through program sponsorships or in‑kind donations like tools, materials, meals, and supplies, helps to move this work forward.
Every contribution plays a meaningful role in creating vibrant, well‑maintained neighborhoods where individuals and families can thrive. |
VOLUNTEERVolunteer your time and skills to make a positive impact on the lives of homeowners and the community. No experience is necessary! We'll provide all the tools and guidance to complete the projects.
Are you in a skilled trade like landscaping, contracting, or roofing? We are also seeking skilled volunteers who would consider gifting us their time and talent during this three-day event. |
HOMEOWNERSOwner-occupied households within the selected area will receive information and application forms in the mail.
If you are within the designated area, we encourage you to apply for exterior home repairs or cleanup projects. For qualifications and other questions, please attend one of our upcoming townhall meetings or reach out to Kaylee, our Rock the Block Program Manager! |
Thank You to Our 2026 Rock the Block Sponsors
Change Champion Sponsor
Street Squad Sponsors
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Neighbor Network Sponsors
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