HomeAid National Capital Region

Many of the nonprofit spaces where homeless individuals gather for programming are aging, inefficient, unsafe, and in need of general upgrades. Our nonprofit partners often do not have the funding, expertise, or staff time to undertake these projects. Together with our Builder Captains and Trade Partners, HomeAid provides these upgrades at a reduced cost to our nonprofit partners. Our partners in the homebuilding industry have generously donated more than $13 million to our projects, saving shelters nearly 60% on construction costs. By creating improved living conditions and increasing capacity at low or no cost, we enable our nonprofit partners to invest their funds in additional housing and services for their clients rather than construction expenses. HomeAid makes our community stronger both by providing individuals in need with safe, stable homes and spaces to heal, but also by strengthening the capacity of our nonprofits partners. We are also a vital partner in raising awareness of homelessness and together with our partners, we are working toward long-term and sustainable solutions. HomeAid fulfills an otherwise unmet need in our area and provides an opportunity for the public, private and nonprofit sectors to collaborate and work together to find solutions. We do more than build and upgrade housing and spaces—we change lives.

HomeAid National Capital Region provides safe and dignified housing and programmatic facilities for those experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness by maximizing our relationships within the building industry to garner in-kind donations of labor and materials. To achieve its mission, HomeAid connects regional builders and housing industry professionals with nonprofits focused on ending homelessness. This connection allows each group to do what they do best. HomeAid’s Builder Captains and Trade Partners donate their expertise, time, and resources to renovate or build homeless shelters, housing facilities, and other non-profit spaces. This generous donation allows organizations to allocate their resources on programming and interventions to work toward sustainably ending homelessness. It’s the ultimate win-win!