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Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity and NeighborWorks are teaming up again for Rock the Block 2026, our annual revitalization event centered around transforming local neighborhoods.
Dates: September 24, 25, and 26, 2026 Location: To Be Announced 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 |
Rock the Block Application Process
Neighborhood Name Homeowners:
We will be revitalizing the Neighborhood Name in West De Pere! If you live within the defined boundaries, you may qualify for free home repairs and exterior improvements.
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How to Apply:
1️⃣ Check Your Address - Your home must be located within the Neighborhood boundaries to be eligible. View the map to confirm your location. 2️⃣ Review Eligibility Requirements - Before applying, carefully review the application to ensure you meet the program qualifications. 3️⃣ Download & Complete the Application - Applications are available in both English and Spanish. Download, print, and fill out the application form. 4️⃣ Submit Your Completed Application - Deliver your completed application and all required documents to our office at 1967 Allouez Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54311 |
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📆 Application Deadline is April 5, 2026 📆
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 You 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!
Here are the items we need most:
Volunteer Resources
- Food: Meals, snack, water, and coffee to keep our volunteers fueled
- Safety: First aid and protective equipment (gloves, safety glasses, etc.)
- Equipment: Tables, chairs, stage, podium, audio, portable restrooms, garbage cans, generators, etc.
Landscaping Items
- Lawn Tools: Lawnmowers, pruning sheers, rakes, shovels, and wheelbarrows
- Materials: Mulch, topsoil, compost, fertilizer, and pesticides
- Plants: Shrubs and other plants for landscaping, as well as grass seed and sod
Tools
- Power Tools: Power drills and bits, circular saws, nail guns, etc.
- Hand Tools: Screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, and other various hand tools
- Other Supplies: Paint brushes, rollers, painter's tape, caulking gun, etc.
Transportation
- Enclosed Trailers or Trucks: For use during the event to transport landscaping materials and tools
- Meal Deliveries: Deliver donated food items from local businesses to Rock the Block home base
- Golf Carts or Utility Vehicles: To help transport volunteers around the neighborhood during the event
Please click below to 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 as well as two community spaces: Fisk Park and 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
Rock the Block 2026 Sponsors
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