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Calculating How Many Homes a Village Truly NeedsAcross the foothills of Nepal, where the Chepang people have carved out a living on steep forested terrain for generations, deciding how many new homes a…
Making safe decisions around a dangerous old shelterAn old shelter can become unsafe long before its roof visibly collapses. Rot, unstable walls, termite damage, loose cladding, fire damage and contaminated…
How to Create a Matching Gift Challenge with Your EmployerA matching gift challenge turns one donation into a shared workplace commitment. An employee gives to a nonprofit, then asks their employer to contribute the…
The First Rainwater Harvest for a Family Building a Safer FutureFor years, the family’s water routine began before sunrise. A parent or older child would walk down a steep path with empty containers, hoping the community…
Why wide doorways matter in accessible community housingA doorway can determine whether a person moves through their home independently or needs help several times a day. For an older resident, wheelchair user, or…
How secure homes help reduce child labourA child’s home is more than a roof, walls and a place to sleep. It can determine whether they attend school, receive healthcare and spend their days learning…
How to Plan a Community Dinner to Fund a Home RoofA community dinner can turn a generous meal into practical shelter. With careful planning, neighbours, local businesses, volunteers and guests can raise the…
How the One Home Foundation Board Guides Responsible Project DeliverySafe housing projects depend on more than bricks, roofing and a completed handover. They require careful decisions about land, design, construction quality,…
Bringing Reliable Electricity to Homes Beyond the GridFor families living in remote or underserved communities, electricity is more than a convenience. It powers lights for children studying, refrigeration for…
Safer cooking spaces for families in thatched homesIn a thatched home, the cooking area is often the centre of daily life. It may provide warmth, prepare meals and bring family members together, yet an open…