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The concept of "mutual self-help housing" is based upon the conviction that, given the proper tools, individuals can and will work to improve their living conditions. Organized into building groups of 10-12 families, participants commit to assist in the construction of each other’s homes. Over 8-10 months, families dig and form foundations, pour and finish concrete, frame walls, install doors, windows, electrical wiring, and cabinets, lay floor tiles, and paint the homes’ exterior and interior. As a result of a minimum of 40 hours of work per week (1,300-1,500 hours of labor total) each family establishes "sweat equity" in their home. This investment of labor provides each family with the down payment they could not otherwise afford and gives them an equity stake in their home. As a volunteer, you’ll be instructed by a construction supervisor and may get to do any of the tasks listed above, possibly more. Chances are good you’ll learn new things, just as all of the families who build their own homes do. You’ll have an opportunity to work side-by-side with people who may be very different than you, and together you’ll help to build what for many low-income families is only a dream. The great thing about this dream is that you’ll be helping to make it come true! All of us here at Self-Help Enterprises look forward to working with you soon. If you would like to help, please call Self-Help Enterprises at (559) 651-1000. |
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| Families put in over 70% of the labor to build their own homes. Click Here to find out how you can volunteer your time and help build a dream. |
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