Building Lives Foundation
Address
2000 Mallory Lane
Suites 130-166
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 678-4967
AKA:
We are Building Lives - Franklin
Description:
Agency serves veterans that are in need of transitional housing services, food, rent assistance, mortgage assistance and utility assistance. Serves male or female veterans in need in Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson counties.
Hours:
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Intake Process:
Interested veterans may complete an application form and email it to jeff@wearebuildinglives.org or print it and mail it to the agency's address.
Program Fees:
No Fee, except for later in the housing programs
Eligibility:
Male or female veterans in need in Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson counties.
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
August 13, 2024
Wishlist:
Donations of welcome home kits, real estate, and vehicles of any kind are welcome. A list of all items needed for a welcome home kit is on the website.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and assist with events. Call or visit the website for more information.
Address Listings
Mailing (Primary)
2000 Mallory Lane
Suites 130-166
Franklin, TN 37067
Contacts
Jeff Upton
Primary Contact
Executive Director
Phone Numbers
Main
(615) 678-4967
Fax
(615) 523-3404
Legal Status:
Nonprofit (Incorporated)
Services
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Description
Provides emergency food assistance for veterans in Middle TN.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
-State Issued ID -Social Security Card -Proof of Residence -Proof of Need
Eligibility
Male or female veterans in need in the service area.
Fees
No Fee
Intake Procedure
Call for more information and on how to apply
Service Area
Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson counties.
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Bedford County
- Cheatham County
- Coffee County
- Davidson County
- Dickson County
- Maury County
- Montgomery County
- Robertson County
- Rutherford County
- Sumner County
- Williamson County
- Wilson County
- Bedford County
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Description
Participating veterans will be paired with a mentor to provide life skills training, budgeting assistance, serve as a sounding board/listen, and help them to develop a broader community of support.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
State ID, Social Security card, DD-214
Eligibility
Veterans in need in Middle Tennessee
Fees
No Fee
Intake Procedure
Complete the online application and either email it or print it and mail it to Building Lives.
Service Area
Middle TN
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Bedford County
- Cheatham County
- Coffee County
- Davidson County
- Dickson County
- Maury County
- Montgomery County
- Robertson County
- Rutherford County
- Sumner County
- Williamson County
- Wilson County
- Bedford County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides emergency mortgage assistance to veterans in Davidson County.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
Documents needed: State Issued I.D., Social Security Card, Proof of Residence, and Proof of Need.
Eligibility
Must be a veteran and displaying need for emergency assistance.
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Call for more information on how to apply for mortgage assistance.
Service Area
Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties.
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides emergency rental assistance to veterans in Davidson County.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
Must bring the following documents: State Issued ID, Social Security Card, Proof of Residence and Proof of Need.
Eligibility
Must be a veteran and displaying need for emergency assistance.
Fees
No fee
Intake Procedure
Call for more information on how to apply for rental assistance.
Service Area
Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties.
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Description
Participating veterans will receive assistance finding employment and developing skills needed to maintain a job.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
State ID, DD-214, Social Security card
Eligibility
Veterans with financial need in Middle Tennessee
Fees
No Fee
Intake Procedure
Complete the online application and email it or print and mail it to Building Lives.
Service Area
Middle TN
Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Bedford County
- Cheatham County
- Coffee County
- Davidson County
- Dickson County
- Maury County
- Montgomery County
- Robertson County
- Rutherford County
- Sumner County
- Williamson County
- Wilson County
- Bedford County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Housing is obtained at a cost that matches income or anticipated income through a group of housing partners. BLF will pay up to the first two months rent, utilities and deposits depending on the assessed need of the individual. The individual will typically have a job within the first 30 days in the program which allows them to pay their own rent thereafter. Each participant is provided an apartment package free of charge that includes towels, bedding, cleaning supplies, dishes, pots/pans, silverware, coffee pot, pillows, etc. Complete furniture for the apartment is also furnished as furniture is available.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
Documents needed: State Issued ID, Social Security Card, Proof of Residence/Kicked out of residence, and DDF or discharge papers from the V.A.
Eligibility
Must be a veteran displaying a need for immediate housing.
Fees
BLF will pay up to the first two months rent, utilities and deposits depending on the assessed need of the individual. The individual will typically have a job within the first 30 days in the program which allows them to pay their own rent thereafter.
Intake Procedure
Complete the application on the website and email it or print it and mail it to Building Lives Foundation. Call for additional information.
Service Area
Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties.
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides emergency utility assistance to veterans in Davidson County.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Required Documents
See application form for details
Eligibility
Must be a veteran and displaying need for emergency assistance.
Fees
No Fee
Intake Procedure
Call for more information on how to apply for utility assistance or apply through website.
Service Area
Bedford, Cheatham, Coffee, Davidson, Dickson, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties.
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
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