The Valspar Corp. Foundation has extended its long-standing relationship with Habitat for Humanity by agreeing to a multi-year commitment totaling more than $20 million in cash and paint donations.

The Valspar Foundation will provided paint to Habitat affiliates across the United States and financial support to build Habitat’s A Brush With Kindness program, an effort that assists families in need, into a nationwide program. Valspar is based in Minneapolis.

“Even in these difficult economic times, Valspar and its employees are deeply committed in their support of Habitat and its mission of providing simple, decent, affordable housing with families facing difficult circumstances,” said William L. Mansfield, Valspar chairman and chief executive officer. “We take great pride that our products and application expertise have helped improve the quality of life for people in communities across the country. We are honored to be Habitat’s National Paint Partner, and look forward to continuing our work together.””

The Valspar Foundation and Habitat for Humanity International launched their national partnership in 2002. With this extended commitment, the Valspar Foundation’s paint and cash partnership with Habitat for Humanity International will reach nearly $40 million by 2012.

Valspar’s support for Habitat began in 1979, when it first provided paint and services to Habitat for Humanity Twin Cities.