Thank you for your interest in Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity’s L.I.F.T. (Local Initiative for Troops) Vhome repairs program.

If you are a Veteran or live in a Veteran household, and are interested in applying for our services, please complete and submit the pre-qualification form.  We will acknowledge the receipt of these forms, conduct an initial review of your request, and keep your information on file if you meet the basic initial requirements. Please review the FAQs at the end of this page.

We are currently accepting pre-qualification forms. However, between December 16, 2024, and January 6, 2025, we will not be reviewing applications or making service determinations. You may submit the forms online during this period, and we will contact you after January 6, 2025. 

For more information please contact Marianne Herring at mherring@habitatmonmouth.org, or call 732-728-0441, ext. 311. Please note that Marianne will not be available between December 16, 2024, and January 6, 2025.

Pre-Qualification Form for L.I.F.T. Home Repairs Program

L.I.F.T. (Local Initiative for Troops)

The L.I.F.T. home repair program serves eligible Veterans and their families in Monmouth County. Driven by volunteer power, donations, and fundraising events, the program completes home repair and home upkeep projects at no cost to the Veteran.

The L.I.F.T. (Local Initiative for Troops) home repairs program was launched by Coastal Habitat in 2019. In 2023, Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County partnered with Coastal Habitat to expand the program throughout the entire county. On July 1, 2024, the two Habitat affiliates officially merged to create Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity. This merger combines staff, volunteers, programs, and resources, to serve all 53 municipalities in Monmouth County more effectively and efficiently.

US Army Veteran Paul and his wife Janice are pictured here with SRS Distribution and USA Building Maintenance teams., and Diane Kinnane (HFHMC)
Widow of US Navy Veteran, Robert Walsh, and their granddaughter, prior to the installation of the new roof.
Thanks to the generosity of SRS Distribution In/National Building Supply and USA Building Maintenance USA General Contractors Corp., the widow of US Navy Veteran, Robert P. Walsh, received a new roof as part of our Veterans Build Home Repairs Program.

We are thankful to the two local businesses, SRS Distribution (Perth Amboy) and USA Building Maintenance, whose generous support of our L.I.F.T. program made our roofing projects possible.

Thank you to the supporters of our 2023 Pickleball Tournament and 2024 Pickleball Tournament – the funds raised at these events directly support our L.I.F.T. home repairs program.

Types of Projects

Even minor projects can be overwhelming and costly to a veteran homeowner with a low or fixed income. The L.I.F.T. program can relieve concerns, and remedy safety and comfort issues.

Projects include home repairs such as ramp installation, railing repairs, widening walkways for wheelchairs, as well as general repairs and assistance with landscape upkeep.

If you have any questions, please contact Marianne at mherring@habitatmonmouth.org (732) 728-0441 ext. 311 

FAQ

The first step is to complete the pre-qualification form. Eligible applicants will be asked to complete a separate application form.

This paperwork is needed to verify that you are eligible for assistance. In some cases, we are able to provide additional assistance based on the information provided and a home inspection.

Each application and its supporting documents are reviewed by our team. Notification can take up to 3 weeks.

We will contact you regarding the status of your application within 3 weeks of submitting your pre-qualification form. If you have any questions during this time you can contact Marianne at (732) 728 0441 extn. 311 or mherring@habitatmonmouth.org.

Eligible veterans will not have to pay toward the agreed projects.