When longtime landlord Richard “Dick” Reetz passed away at the age of 97, his final act took many by surprise. Instead of selling off his rental estate, he donated his entire portfolio, 20 units across 10 properties, to Pillars, a nonprofit in Wisconsin working to fight homelessness. The move has instantly transformed the group’s housing capacity and cemented Reetz’s reputation as a landlord who always puts people first.
Largest Pillars Donation
On July 31, the Appleton-based nonprofit Pillars received the largest property gift in its history. The donation included 20 units spread across 10 buildings, increasing the organization’s housing stock by 26%. This sudden expansion will allow Pillars to help…..