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2019 Build Homes change lives www.dwellingsnow.com
Who We Are
Dwellings began as a ministry build homes that make a
of Alternative Missions in 2009. significant difference in the
Dwellings director, Tom lives of recipient families by
restoring dignity and hope for a
Hackett, saw the opportunity to
better future.
connect people who shared in
the desire to serve the poor Dwellings Goals
with those who were in need of 1. Build Homes / Change
housing. Our first home was Lives.
built in Mazatlan, Mexico in 2. Organize and mobilize
late 2009, followed by a build around legitimate need
and relationships.
in Roatan, Honduras in early
3. Be driven by compassion
2010. Since that time, and the long term
Dwellings has partnered with difference love can make.
hundreds of volunteers to 4. Build homes that are a
construct more than 130 fusion of simplicity and
homes, schools, clinics, and quality.
community centers. 5. Facilitate builds that are
well organized and involve
hard work.
Today, Dwellings operates in
6. Facilitate a great To date, Dwellings
Roatan, Honduras and two experience for all. has partnered with
locations in Mexico. We
partner with churches, schools, over 1600
businesses, individuals, and volunteers and
local community leaders to raised more than
two million dollars
to impact Latin
THE PROCESS Honduras. Teams are American
generally about 6-12 people. communities.
Each recipient family is
interviewed and vetted by By utilizing our unique build
Dwellings staff and volunteers. process, in just 5 days, a
Next, a bio of the family is beautiful is constructed by the
added to our website. Then; visiting team, our local staff,
Dwellings shares the family’s and the recipient family
needs to viable build teams. working together. In the
After a team chooses a family process a home being built
to bless, the team commits to along with lifelong
raising a minimum $15,000 to relationships. After the
build their chosen family a construction is complete, the
home. Once the funds have team presents the home to the
been raised, Dwellings will family on the final build day. It
host the build team in the build is a life changing experience
location, be that Mexico or for everyone involved.
The Impact
MORE THAN A HOME
When a family receives the gift of a home it completely changes
the trajectory of their lives. The home itself is just the first step in
providing a prosperous new future for generations.
PROVIDING A HOME HELPS KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER
Having inadequate shelter results in extreme stress. This burden
can lead to separation of families as individuals are forced to look
for work in other cities. Inadequate shelter can also cause parents
to decide they cannot care for their children which could lead to
institutionalization of the children, children being sent to live with
friends or family members, or outright abandonment. All of these
potential outcomes create separation of parents and children. A
home keeps a family together, and allows a family to care for itself.
PROVIDING A HOME PROMOTES HEALTH & EDUCATION
Kiandra Gale’s
family received a
Having a quality, safe shelter with a clean floor protects a family
home when she
from the elements and dramatically improves their health. Kids are
was very young.
more likely to attend school when they aren't sick, and with a clean
Today, she is
home they aren't as sick as often. A home helps children get an
attending medical
education which is a vital step in breaking the cycle of poverty.
school with the
hope of returning to
PROVIDING A HOME PROMOTES DIGNITY Roatan as a doctor.
Having to live in inadequate housing is demeaning, dehumanizing,
and negatively affects a person’s self-image. Providing a home
instills pride and dignity that allows a family to care for itself and
thereby care for their community as well.
PROVIDING A HOME HELPS TO AVERT TRAFFICKING
In many parts of the world, human trafficking is a migration
problem. When people are separated from their community
because of their unmet needs for work and housing, they are
vulnerable to traffickers. A home allows a family to stay intact.
PROVIDING A HOME BATTLES EXTREME POVERTY
Shelter is a basic need and lack of it creates stress. When a family
receives a home, that vital, basic need is cared for. This allows the
family to put their energy and resources toward activities that will
further provide for their family instead of constant worry about
where they live. The gift of a safe home allows each family to plan
and dream for a hopeful future. A home is a stepping stone.
PROVIDING A HOME STRENGTHENS COMMUNITIES
A home can be the catalyst that allows individuals to provide basic
human needs for themselves and their families. In turn, there is a
trickle down effect that creates a thriving community as quality of
life improves.
A LIFETIME OF IMPACT
As far as we know, Dwellings has a 100% occupancy rate,
meaning that every home we have built is occupied by the original
recipient family. To date, we have seen children from almost all of
the 130 recipient families complete schooling and many go on to In 2017, Dwellings
higher education. Some of these children have even completed completed
university and have returned to their communities to serve in areas construction of the
of healthcare and education as teachers, nurses, government Roca Solida, or
officials and more. Solid Rock, school
in Roatan,
A home is just the beginning, but it’s impact is one that can, and Honduras. This
does, transform communities. Your investment goes far beyond a school provides
single family. A single home will have a lasting impact on the education for more
generations that live there, the team of volunteers that come and than 100 students
serve, and the communities of both recipient and provider. You’ll be per year.
a significant part of transforming lives as you participate in
providing a family a new home.
Our Board of Directors
The Dwellings Board of Directors brings with them years of
experience and wisdom in their respective fields. Together, their
insight, direction, and leadership provides a strong base of
success for Dwellings and positive life change for families that
receive homes.
Tom Hackett
President/Founder
Dr David Spiro
Vice President
“It is truly amazing
John Safarli to see the change
Secretary / Legal Council in the lives of the
families Dwellings
Jeff Vehrs has helped. Every
Treasurer / Builder contribution in time
or money has a big
impact. I feel
honored to be
working with an
Jim Paris organization that
Business owner makes such a large
impact on people’s
lives…”
Brea Bursch Mark Huber
Media / Entrepreneur
The Need / Giving
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET
Administrative expenses related to the day to day operations of
Dwellings are funded in part through individual donors. The total
amount that we are looking to raise by way of donations in 2019 is
$150,000. If achieved; we will be able to work effectively in our
existing locations and expand our services into new areas as
opportunities open to us.
How to give online to the Operational Fund.
Link to our donation page on line: Give Here
Dwellings has
partnered with
hundreds of
volunteers to
construct more than
130 homes,
schools, clinics, and
community centers.
Additional giving Options:
• Mail a Check
• Check written to Dwellings.
• Mail to: Dwellings, PO Box 3107, Ferndale Wa.
98248-3107
• Common Stocks - We have a securities account with
Fidelity for receiving stock donations. Contact us for more
information.
“It is truly amazing to see the change in the
lives of the families Dwellings has helped.
Every contribution in time or money has a
big impact. I feel honored to be working with
an organization that makes such a large
impact on people’s lives...”
MARK HUBER, HUBER CUSTOM BUILDING
INC.
“Dwellings is the real thing. The teams are
making a huge difference in people’s lives.
The Dwellings homes are built with love and
will last because of durable construction
techniques. I am looking forward to doing
what we can to help with many more homes
on the Island of Roatan”
CEASAR OSEGUERA - MADEYSO, ROATAN
You can learn more
about the work of
INFORMATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Dwellings by logging
If there is additional information that you would like to receive, on to our website
you can contact the founder and director, Tom Hackett by dwellingsnow.com or
phone or email. Email: tom@dwellingsnow.com find us on any of the
Phone: 623 521-9742 following social media
sites.
Our website contains inspirational stories from those we have
partnered with, a blog filled with information about us and
reports from the field, and everything you need to know about
getting involved. I invite you to take some time and log on to
www.dwellingsnow.com .
PO Box 3107
Ferndale, WA 98248
(623) 521-9742
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