Remarkable Tiny Home Village for Formerly Homeless in Austin

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We share a look inside the beautiful Community First Village. It provides affordable housing in a supportive community for the disabled, chronically homeless. Every resident pays a modest rent, which includes access to all community facilities, healthcare, and several on-site micro-enterprise opportunities. As a way to invite the outside community in, they offer volunteer opportunities, events, and a THOW B&B. 🏡🏡🏡 *See more tiny communities:* kzbin.info/aero/PLlvBXhDyr9H1KYgiaoNKa-OZfOq6vXbkm

[@renitabutts683]

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[@sherrygKMA]

Awesome!

[@kellymurphy4632]

Love!

[@gmc2156]

If they are already homeless, how are they supposed to be able to pay anything? I don't see bathrooms in the houses, but a big community one, is this correct??

[@sherrygKMA]

@@gmc2156 It is my understanding there are full bathrooms in each unit. In regards to payment, I am not sure. I would certainly surmise they provide job counseling and opportunities within the community.

[@rikachiu]

We desperately need this type of village all over the US for all our homeless. What an incredible place.

[@DerekDogsforSentience]

It’s needed across the world!

[@unbreakablestrength375]

Agreed I would live in a tiny house community beautiful tiny homes

[@5DNRG]

Yes! A safe place to heal as so many have PTSD too.

[@ilovehorses5714]

Even for the lower income- every age group & background. Seniors, single parents, disabled, etc. ❤️

[@ilovehorses5714]

Love is an action, not just an emotion. Blood & sweat & love helped to build it.

[@bioshogushin606]

Seriously why are projects like this not being funded on a national or even a world wide scale? This solves three problems that plague modern day society, rampant homelessness, the loss of community and self-reliance.

[@HangTran-kv4rx]

California needs to copy this plan

[@2bczar4u]

Unfortunately it is the NIMBY attitude from city planners down to the city residents that stop projects like this. I would imagine that there has to be real restrictions on who can live in the community otherwise it would go downhill very quickly. Drugs and alcohol probably forbotten. Other mental health issues that may cause security problems for the community as well. There are many causes of homelessness and many cannot be helped by just stuffing them into these villages. It is a start but far from a cure.

[@Columbus1152]

Quite frankly, I'm glad it isn't. A community and self financed model leaves it in the hands of neighbors and clients, then everyone has an investment in it's success. When does the government do anything without screwing it up?

[@Columbus1152]

@@HangTran-kv4rx -Probably wouldn't work in CA, too bureaucratic.

[@le_th_]

ANSWER: a lack of empathy for others and too many self-absorbed and/or exploitative people.

[@rockylove7615]

This is such a wonderful idea. Someone needs to do the same for the elderly or disable who can no longer afford or want the huge houses we live in. Please, please help us.

[@HandbagDiva]

Were you in a documentary about homeless people Rocky?

[@libbylife7161]

The elderly who have worked all their lives should have this opportunity too. Hopefully someone will come up with an idea...

[@annaivethguerrero1050]

Im in Brownsville, TX, and i know we have rv communities for the elderly with many activities. Winter texans stay there for a couple of months and the prices are very reasonable.

[@MR-xf8xg]

Such a wonderful idea such beaitiful homes. I wish we could have seen more of the house interiors and a little less talking. The "innkeeper's wife" wore me out (bed and breakfast?) but that's bec the gibberish of the farm guy had made me tired already. Farming is NOT about food production or not ONLY about food production? See, That either/or thinking, rather than both/and, will mess up a great idea and its explanation every time.

[@theresag1969]

@@annaivethguerrero1050 But the cost.

[@maggiepowers5720]

It’s so incredible what people can do when they choose to come together.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

So true ❤️

[@janeisw4562]

@@TinyHouseExpedition oh my heart how wonderful is this collaboration, most inspiring thing I have seen in years. Bought (happy) tears to my eyes, am a professional but I always think 'there go I but for the grace of god' , as anyone can find themselves in a position of being homelessness. this points out the value of community and collaboration and non consumerism but being positively productive and creating and I love the permaculture idea of growing food. If I lived in USA this is where I would want to work there and will visit if I am ever in that neck of the woods in this lifetime. Jane from England UK

[@mercynamikoye9084]

Thank you, I love your words....when we choose!!! That is key. Because its not a money issue it's a choice issue

[@CherylBerryl]

This was absolutely Incredible & Inspiring!!! This is TRUE Visionary Humanitarianism at it's finest!!! Besides lifting the Homeless out of abject poverty, it's also elevating their heart, soul, self-worth & dignity, & that is a beautiful thing. The fostering of community, & belonging is what EVERY human being longs for, and is what is missing in Most people's lives, not just the homeless. This type of cooperative communal living is something that I wish could be expanded upon w/entire families, where obviously there would need to be larger size homes to accommodate families. I truly believe this kind of cooperative living would make us have a true feeling of re-connectedness that would ultimately fulfill a void that we didn't even know we were missing.

[@sherylF5610]

Obviously money had to be spent but really, all of this has been done with the power of people.

[@Twofrogs2]

There is a real need for these, not only for formerly homeless folks, but for retired people. I'm staring down my golden years and they're not pretty, with rents so high and cost of living so high. I'd live in one of these in a heartbeat, at that cost. It's lonely living alone, much of the time.

[@ninaleonard3868]

yes, I'm looking at the same scenario.The elderly do need help and no one is adressing it.I am really scared.doesn't seem right after all these years of working hard....

[@fflubadubb]

You should see the costs of homes and rents now. totally unattainable !

[@carolhill4829]

So beautiful to see the homeless treated with dignity and respect,and being welcomed into a family community.

[@lovemusicnatureartsfoods...]

My heart happy to seeing things like this...

[@yeseniacannon6333]

Thank you for doing what our government failed to do.

[@DawnshieId]

Amen 💜

[@petlady53]

Its so wonderful the sense of community...I love it im 74 and very lonely it seems like heaven to me.

[@lost_ducks]

me too very lonely being alone..feeling of who cares?

[@wonder777warrior6]

Y’all should move there, relocation is of none importance if it will make you happy

[@Sjb2077]

I too am alone in life. I have family but they are widespread now and so not much communication. But if you can, all you lonely people, get outside and go walking. To give you purpose, go out as a photographer, an artist, write a book. It doesn’t matter if nobody is interested, you are. We need more people to be out and about just pottering. Why not , and at the end of it find a cafe or get your own drinks bottle out. It is called freedom.

[@gingerriviera3654]

All the lonely people who just shared should connect with each other! You all might be in close proximity to visit.

[@prschuster]

I was thinking the same thing. I'm 75 and living in a nice apartment, but there is very little community.

[@Fernaleaha]

This allows dignity to again be part of an individual's life. Homeless people, their loss of that ties so much in to how the public sees them, treats and judges them.

[@mzzcognac6459]

Most homeless ppl on drugs. If they get a nice home like they will rent it out for drugs. Plus they have homeless shelters and they can apply and someone or doctor can vouch for them, that they not on drugs. Veterans should be automatic absolutely non -qualify. Freedom is not free and they have paid for our freedom.

[@franciegarneau1651]

There is such a need for these all over the country! I live in California, where the homeless population is out of control. Property is so expensive here that our children cannot afford to stay.

[@haveanicedave1551]

I live in northern CA. It use to be cheap to live here, but with so much immigration, it's now expensive. Kids today can't afford to live here on their own. When I moved into this condo community, I could afford it but now it looks like a place in Mexico, nobody speaks English.

[@sandragray4598]

@Lee Ridiculous! That's the policies of a large part of the politicians regardless of party who serve their wealthy and corporate donors so as to construct laws that benefit those few rather than serve the interests of the masses. Dems aren't the only ones who create regulations. Get your head out your behind. Barely regulated and out of control capitalism is the problem. These corporations run wild, stash their cash elsewhere and don't pay taxes, and leave their problems for the same people to solve whom they've been exploiting for ages.

[@gmc2156]

@@sandragray4598 exactly!!👏👏

[@barleschinston1474]

@@haveanicedave1551 it is Mexico now. Get use to it or get the fawk out my state

[@drew8642]

If someone if “chronically homeless” the responsible thing is to present them to a place like Haven for Hope in Texas. The bulk of homelessness is NOT Primarily because of high cost of rent or housing. The corruption of California government and liberal policies have magnified the problem making it easier to live a homeless lifestyle attracting more of the behavior that is accepted and incentivized. Homelessness comes from making bad choices staying addicted to drugs. It also includes mentally ill caused by drugs. There are a few who have no place to be institutionalized from organic mental illness or brain injury and that needs to be addressed.

[@AK-yl9fk]

I stayed a few nights in a tiny home rental there, the Dorothy house. It was so cute! It was such a great and unique experience! I wish more cities adopted this idea.

[@JustFun-ze5pk]

This is the way taking care of the formally homeless is done! This model could completely solve the worlds homeless needs! God Bless you!

[@uknw1952]

Amen

[@wownewstome6123]

I love this model, but let's remember to also *turn off the tap, not just bail out the water.* Let's support this/these villages, and prevent homelessness, too !!! One income used to support and entire family, but going off the Gold Standard forced both parents to work, in many cases. Look up gov charts on how inflation took off in the early 70s, when it had been low year after year. Our wealth inequality has grown drastically since NAFTA was implemented. Look to how we can bring back manufacturing jobs, etc. (fyi: I'm an independent voter.....and not a trump or biden fan.)

[@prodigalflower1178]

Now that’s Making America Great! WITHOUT THE FALSE HOPE!

[@dopaminey9946]

I see this housing as the future, especially if we are to have a sustainable Earth. And I mean not just for the homeless, but for all of us. More about people and environment than things! As an old woman I am glad to be alive to see such social change! Bonnie is part of what change looks like and I am with her!

[@Piecesoftheshadow]

Totally agree!

[@Biloxicharles]

Totally agree too. This is going to be or should be a big part of the future. And the future is now.

[@wandaprock1015]

America needs more places like this , affordable housing

[@kimmifer512]

This is to help the homeless population. I live in Austin and can tell you there is no affordable housing here. Very expensive homes catering to the exodus from CA. Native Texans are out priced here with most homes starting in the $300ks. Very sad my Austin has gone this way. 😞

[@kimmifer512]

There is also gentrification of the east side, displacing blacks and Hispanics like it’s going out of style.

[@guilloortega2157]

Y es ny,california

[@chefkendranguyen]

So if you're homeless with no money you're still homeless. Cool village, ideas and they're actually doing something to improve the homeless situation and that's to be commended.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

We hear you. Fortunately, many of the residents pay for rent through social security, at least partial employment, or several of the on-site micro-enterprise opportunities. Fortunately, the on-site bus stop helps many get to and from the village. Also, their modest rent comes with access to all community facilities and healthcare.

[@T0beyeus]

While that is true, it is working to address the issues at hand which is the skyrocketing cost of living, unaffordable rent, unaffordable homes. There are many different ways people become homeless, the lack of knowledge with money, unemployment, disability, medical debt, mental health issues, addiction, etc... from watching this video it is obvious they are trying to correct the issues on many levels. Affordable housing, teaching skills, leadership, fiscal responsibility, etc... nothing in life is free but you can help give these people the help they need to live in society today which is extremely expensive.

[@norachamberlain5187]

But you have no income. Don’t get it

[@ginoferreira5193]

I don't think it should be free, because as human beings we only appreciate something truly when it costs us some! AMAZING project! Kudos!!! The only vice I have is that it seems to be fueled by some sort of religious organization...and that's recipe for exploitation and worse... may put the already vulnerable homeless in another position of vulnerability!

[@donnathedead7554]

My brother works for this village. He's a mechanic and he runs the auto shop (repairs). Its one of many facilities they weren't able to show. If you have no money, they simply give you a job. There is something for everyone. It will more than cover the cost of rent and that includes all bills and medical care. There is a lot of free food there also so the formerly homeless person is able to provide everything they need for themselves. Most of them are limited in what they can do because of disability, but those people get social security. The village helps them with all that.

[@peri3818]

Really interesting. Would like to see a follow up on this community in a few years.

[@zwtxylgf]

After all the bad news we see every day, it feels so good to listen to this man

[@jcp5890]

How could anyone thumbs down helping our homeless? May God help us. Awesome guys!

[@Mickeytees]

God wants all of his children safe and secure thank you for caring. God is great

[@user-vd2jk7dl3p]

I love that they approached this with the people they were serving in mind! God bless them all.

[@markmoorhead1442]

such a great idea, seems like it would also work for low income retirees..places like this should be built in all our cities.great for building a sense of community

[@dogie1070]

And please don’t mix vagrants with retired folks who were once middle class!

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

Yeah, instead of building these ridiculous apartment complexes with rents 1000 dollars or more a month, and no utilities included. This idea is much better and looks nicer than the crackerbox palaces that most cities build, and charge an arm and a leg every month in rent. (Jan Griffiths).

[@misswildlife7905]

Many don't want a Christian related community setting.

[@sachertorte1000]

Low-income retirees would need private kitchen and bathroom facilities, not communal ones, especially with mobility issues.

[@carmelitaatkinson8750]

Can y'all come to Tennessee.. and show our government/ mayor how to care for our homeless.. No one wants to be homeless, situation happen, and they need help!. Glad you have a big heart .

[@lost_ducks]

Memphis is in now

[@only1rb]

Nashville needs this too!

[@kimwhite6013]

This is absolutely incredible. This should happen in every city across America!!!

[@brendalister7560]

We could help to prevent homelessness, if zoning issues would loosen the minimum size requirements. Families, friends, groups could come together and pool resources. It’s so difficult for so many people out there. It takes a village. Maybe families would be stronger if we went to communal living.

[@mzzcognac6459]

All ideas are great.

[@kk12181]

Great idea! Yes ppl who are fortunate come forward to help. Govt should also support by loosening some rules.

[@idontcare9390]

This man's attitude is Everything!! I love this communal attitude!! 💘

[@shawnahall7656]

What a blessing i always pray for a place for the homeless in Tulsa Oklahoma ...i been homeless for 4 years and just now getting a place ....i know how much these things are needed ..bless you guys!

[@lost_ducks]

GOD BLESS YOU... so glad that nightmare has ended for you

[@Shawneebee]

It makes me sooo happy to see these types of communities being developed. I truly believe my purpose is to recreate the economy we now live in and it brings joy to my heart to finally see there are other people on this earth with the same idea, mind and heart like mine . I hope God truly gives me the opportunity to help this community and build more communities and opportunities for the less fortunate we all deserve to live on a equal level ! no more poverty, poor ,homeless, hungry or 3rd world countries. We create everything as humans there should be no reason people die on this earth from a lack of resources ❤️

[@lost_ducks]

i want in....im not well can not work much... but i can build almost anything from wood... i would love to be a part of such a community...to teach others the skills i do have.

[@donnahoffman1855]

I can't love this enough!! I have plans, very similar to this, drawn up! Lots of community living but having your own tiny house. Big community garden. Now I need to win the lottery!!

[@markmoorhead1442]

Yes, I can’t help but wonder how they financed it, but, like you I love ❤️ it! Good luck with your plans.

[@tiffanyc6486]

Let’s go Donna!! I believe in you and I am sending you such good vibes and prayers that the money will come, the job will get done. This is a beautiful goal, that I agree, can be utilized for so many marginalized people, maybe even globally. the ideas are absolutely endless and I send my love to all in this vibration ✨🙏🏽💖🙏🏽✨

[@serenew5690]

@@markmoorhead1442 it's the churches getting together to fund it.

[@ORSkie]

Love this idea. And trying to figure out how to work it here. Agreed, $$$$$$ is the major hurdle for starting! How to finance it when it takes a decade of operation to gain community support... ?

[@lost_ducks]

@@serenew5690 SAD TRUTH.. EVEN IF YOU TIED TO YOUR LOCAL CHURCHES...MANY STILL TURN DOWN THOSE WHO NEED HELP...SO SAD....IVE KNOW PLENTY PPL POST ADS 4 HELP SAID THEY HIT MANY CHUCHES ASKING TO BE TURNED DOWN..

[@ritamariekelley4077]

What a BEAUTIFUL community in every way.

[@FACULTATIVECARNIVORES]

BEAUTIFUL START My husband and I dreamed of doing this when we got married 12 years ago. Unfortunately, I required open heart surgeries and was not able to begin our Universal Plan...to bring houseless individuals back into our communities (world-wide), for them to lead productive lives. Our dream included learning what each individual has never done, such as horseback-riding, learning to play an instrument, seeing the ocean for the first time, etc. Then offering a solution to make that happen. As everyone knows, all work and no play is dull. Watching a movie on a big screen and eating are not good enough for the type of enjoyment that many seek. There are unknown reasons that cause houselessness. Doing activities you have never been able to do is a way for people to grow beyond their negative circumstances. Peace Dragon & Jon

[@jefftucker9225]

What's great is they aren't just giving them a place to live, they are giving them dignity, jobs,, skills, community, caring, this is the way you help people, this isn't a quick fix, this is life changing

[@dawnlynnsanderson8689]

Wow! Fixing homelessness with love. What a beautiful idea.

[@desireerose2861]

Hi there! I live in Portland Oregon. I used to be a member of Hazelnut Grove. You can see me on the homeless videos and news interviews in Portland (4-5 years ago). I am SO happy to see that someone used our village idea and made it work! Your village is BEAUTIFUL! Our village died due to massive persecution from housed people and consequent stupid nasty infighting. HG tore itself apart, much to the glee of awful "fellow" citizens(housed people who enjoy abusing the homeless). I miss my little home and my mission! I'm okay. I live in an apartment where the VA stuck me. But it's just a guilded cage where I'm frequently afraid of eviction. Here they put people in the streets if they're smokers. Congratulations and KEEP GOING! You're SO beautiful. I'm so happy for you! Sad for me. I'm a disabled lady veteran. I'm looking at going walk about again in a few months--- trying to find a real "home", which is so hard to find in this country! My sister and I hope to find our place. We wanted to buy a plot of land, but I seriously doubt we'll have the money. I don't know how I'll do it with my disabilities. I have to use a scooter to get around. I'm older now too-- really not in shape to be homeless yet again. But I HAVE to find a HOME. It's such a little word that means SO much! Wish me luck.

[@lost_ducks]

GOD BLESS YOU.....SAD THAT SOME HAD TOO DESTROY THAT FOR YOU AND SO MANY OTHERS.....SO SRY..

[@sherrygKMA]

I am working / praying to have the ability to provide this service one day for the San Antonio community. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@andreamoscoso4065]

God bless hope you can, may He guide you always! Maybe there can be more people that will come to help you on that project, who knows. I wish you all the best and many blessings!!

[@sherrygKMA]

Andrea Moscoso Thank you!

[@richiesharp5257]

All I could do was cry, smile and say Amen!! We need more open minded non- judgmental people who are happy to serve and receive more than they could ever give. Thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart😊🙏

[@tiffanyc6486]

I’m not crying, YOU’RE CRYING 😭😭😭. Isn’t this just absolutely ✨INSPIRING✨ I don’t know about you, but I am ENERGIZED BY the things that are said in this video. I have been truly feeling that community is the direction for success. Thinking in ways that are going to provide solutions, jobs, skills, artist spaces, etc etc etc. My mind is spinning with ideas 💡

[@knjmoorhouse5093]

Awesome project. The majority of the homeless are not the people you see on the streets, but women and children. It would be great if projects like this would be made for that particular population, too.

[@debbieolin8153]

Many homeless are disabled, women who went through bad divorces or persons who made bad life decisions. I would say most of my friends are individuals who live in Community First village as they are more real than the pretentious fakes you find in society......

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That is totally awesome. We need to do more of this. No reason for anyone to be homeless.

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

@Lee Then vagrancy should be a crime. People who choose to be homeless are a few sandwiches shy of a picnic. (Jan Griffiths).

[@therealvirgoqueen6553]

THANK U FOR EVERYTHING YOU ALL HAVE DONE 🙏🙏 OUR GOVERNMENT COULD. REALLY TAKE A LESSON FROM AUSTIN TX ......... GOD BLESS YOU ALL .. AMEN 🙏

[@CherylBerryl]

This was absolutely Incredible & Inspiring!!! This is TRUE Visionary Humanitarianism at it's finest!!! Besides lifting the Homeless out of abject poverty, it's also elevating their heart, soul, self-worth & dignity, & that is a beautiful thing. The fostering of community, & belonging is what EVERY human being longs for, and is what is missing in Most people's lives, not just the homeless. This type of cooperative communal living is something that I wish could be expanded upon w/entire families, where obviously there would need to be larger size homes to accommodate families. I truly believe this kind of cooperative living would make us have a true feeling of re-connectedness that would ultimately fulfill a void that we didn't even know we were missing.

[@jacquest]

This is exactly what Im talking about! This is what all governments need to understand. The world not only need housing solutions, we need communitiy systems, a culture of caring & providing. We are not only consumers or customers, we are human beings created by God to have fellowship, help each other, have vegetable gardens, etc etc. This model is a flowing system, providing, a little economy of its own and a program. You can provide even more features for this model if you can get finances: A little market where the residents can sell their goods, a hub where they can learn from entrepeneurs, work together, a library, bigger buildings with shops underneath, apartments above, a beautiful garden with walk way, murals, volley ball, mini golf, etc, tourist/visitor attractions, outdoor cooking area, homestead, etc. It solves almost all of the issues in society.

[@cynnx7500]

TEXAS Represent!! doing amazing things out there, I hope this continues to grow and spread.

[@debbiejohnson5550]

Such a beautiful place. They should be so proud.

[@monicalacour4832]

This needs to be every where

[@lynnkowalla1315]

What a fantastic achievement!!

[@rowenasaylor1496]

G'day ,I'm a tiny home KZbin troll , I have see that many sites and today I came across this one and am very glad in doing so ,others do it for profit and this made me cry as yours is with all heart and soul , thank you for sharing this as I'm going to share

[@DublinNutritionClub]

Seeing these kind of communities of kind people helping the less fortunate fills my heart and bring hope for the future

[@kellybryson7754]

Everything is bigger in Texas! I love this place, it's ideas, and people.

[@sonyaharper7562]

These are amazing people! We need more of these communities to help people in need.

[@jasmineroundtree3041]

I love this! This is needed everywhere. #HumanityFirst

[@Anna-tj7mp]

Love the visionaries who lead this. ❤️❤️❤️

[@carmennooner2027]

Chronically homeless. How can one afford to move into this place? More needed to be said about the financial aspects of this type of community. I can see where it could definitely give people a leg up who suddenly found themselves still employed but priced out of the housing market. Several locations in all of California desperately need a few villages like this, though it's doubtful California would allow it. It must be working, so congratulations. But it would have been more helpful to know a few more details about the screening process, financial assistance, etc. And the term "chronically homeless " to me means those who are mentally ill and unable to work themselves out of their situation. It's a wonderful project. Don't misunderstand me, please. But for others who would be interested in helping the section of the homeless community a place like this would help, about ten more minutes of details would have been nice. God bless you for your efforts and I wish you nothing but success.

[@dawnc5797]

Have you gone to their website? It might have more in-depth information.

[@tiffanyc6486]

They said they give tours of the property, so I’m sure they could answer all your questions and more. I’d definitely contact them if it piques you’re energy. Hopefully even visit someday. I have a lot of questions myself, but I like what I was seeing.

[@marisarae2350]

There is a link to their FAQ and once you click around you call pull up their qualifying criteria, I read it and the only thing that I feel "iffy" about is they have to have "Qualifying Income" it did mention on site jobs but I feel like they should elaborate more as I'm sure there are homeless people with no income. The other things mentioned is a violent criminal record, which is understandable.

[@phaatsogood6563]

It a matter of connecting with people to form a humanitarian group and the funding is available by the NGO. You just have to be sure it’s not all about money being in the pocket of the person but use it towards the goal.

[@niccidee782]

California is doing it Carmen. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4rNm3qLbNaMoKc

[@edithgoliatha3967]

I love it... Thank you. The village idea is great and it should be every where in the country. Not everybody want to live in a big house, a small foot print is great and it will help a lot of homeless, working homeless.

[@MrForestExplorer]

I've been doing research on these communities, the idea of which I love. This is definitely one of the nicest I've seen so far...

[@crystallapensee3707]

People helping people, warms my heart.

[@kjmax1068]

This is a wonderful and heartwarming project. One of the best I have seen. My heart goes out to those who have managed to access a place here.

[@chrisroper2731]

This is a beautiful place and God bless you for taking on this project for the benefit of all.

[@CharleneChristie]

God bless you for this. Amazing!

[@rhondaivory6844]

I love this idea. Nobody on this earth should be homeless. God bless you. This is truly a solution.

[@jubankta1627]

Allen Graham you seem to be a beautiful and caring man!!!God Bless You Sir!!!

[@nathaliareiscoach]

I think I have to watch it again to believe this is real, the project is amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@lost_ducks]

I KNOW RIGHT

[@victoriarollins2630]

This is intelligent, caring and uplifting project, city or town. Why would 'someone' give a thumbs down to this idea of new beginnings? This type of care/growth will probably be 'financed' by non profit/grassroots/community/neighbors based funding. Every major city or town with a population of homeless families or persons, this would work well. Most people, don't know that the average homeless person are working people with full or two full time jobs! Congratulations Austin!

[@deborahweber9136]

This like the next step from Habitat for Humanity giving those living on the streets a place to call home again n feel human

[@tinkmarz1]

I've known about Loaves and Fishes in Austin for several years now. Thanks, THE, for this video...you're helping to spread the word on the importance of the reality of true community, which the Tiny House movements serves so well.

[@TallulahBelle3276]

This makes the world a better place. Thank you all. 💝🌎💝

[@GrandmaSandy]

This is the best program I have ever seen on getting people off the street and giving them a sense of purpose and making them feel like they’re part of the community again A+ for this project

[@10AntsTapDancing]

This amazing and shows what can be done for people without the, shall I say, the interference of government. Community is what life is about and when community gets so big we don't know our neighbours that's when the vulnerable get lost. Small is good.

[@mjoverocker6072]

These are so beautiful, I would love to live in one, we need these everywhere

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

Yep, we need communities like this instead of high rent apartments. These homes are very cute, and will give the residents pride of ownership. Apartments just take your money, and give you a receipt. And they don't have that community feel. We used to live in one, and no one knew their neighbors. They just came home, went inside, and you never saw them. (Jan Griffiths).

[@MrTortureandtorment]

One step in the right direction to house the homeless and disabled and even vets!

[@yasmindapit3596]

This is very inspiring. I hope they also plant more trees and greeneries in those areas with bare patch of land. God bless these people and hopefully this will also inspire people in other cities to do something similar.

[@hsk2909]

This was so lovely to see. Infinite blessings to these people and may the goodness spread far and wide!

[@peggychapman7835]

Excellent design and technology design very calming and relaxing community service Many blessings to you and all god bless you all

[@yasmin8851]

Wow! This is really amazing! Kudos to this organization for addressing homelessness in such a creative and compassionate way.

[@ReasonNotFightFlight]

The landscaping is wonderful and I hope the administration can keep that mulch fresh over the years. I certainly hope the community garden piques the interest of the residents. Home grown is always better than the store brand. Best wishes with this project.

[@dianaesparza1878]

These tiny homes are wonderful. Inside is beautiful 💐🌻🌺🌷🏡👏

[@Sugastack]

Mr. Graham thank you and all the volunteers for the work that you're doing!! This was heartwarming to watch!! I pray that God will continue to increase you with additional volunteers, donations and materials that are needed for any current and future projects?? May God Bless you all!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

It is so kind of you too offer help. ❤️ Please contact Mr. Graham and Mobile Loaves and Fishes directly through their site: mlf.org/community-first/

[@GrandmaSandy]

I was so impressed by this project this is how it should be people should be made to feel like they have a comfortable place to live not just a shelter. And I assume you would they have to respect the property they can’t be tearing it up. Give people a sense of purpose and something for them to do every day if you have no sense of purpose you’re going to waste away

[@laotwinsadventure3364]

we need more people like you in this world. we are put here to make the world a better place and it's sad that some people are drowned by personal greed

[@donalddirks8148]

I have to say this is about the best thing I've seen on the internet. I love how all the building are built by different people so they all look different. I love that this gives people a sense pride and accomplishment in achieving a place to live. Every city needs something like this.

[@kathrynschoenrock647]

The absolute best solution I have ever seen. God bless you all for seeing such a vision and carrying it out. This gives everyone a purpose and dignity again. Thank you.

[@rl6116]

Mr. Alan Graham, thank you for those who have no home.

[@marianfrances4959]

Love can conquer so much! 😙😉💜

[@janeisw4562]

oh yes, this is so true ! xxx

[@s.p.baughman7885]

very true.

[@karlynbernal1283]

I love this! I ran a Residential Care Facility for the mentally ill. I started something similar there in an effort to help my residents to become self sufficient. This was 30 years ago. I know many of our homeless suffer with some sort of mental illness as well as substance abuse. Believe me when I say it is all workable with the right people working it! Communities such as these, rather its for the homeless, elderly, mentally ill or even our youth it requires community involvement and support to be successful. I'm in central California and are streets are makeshift homes for the homeless. I currently don't have much by way of money or resources myself but I am more then willing to give time to help if anyone knows of a project around the Modesto Ca area. Keep up the good work!

[@pamela97015]

This is marvelous! We need this in Portland Oregon and every city!

[@MEEPEES]

This is so beautiful. WE love seeing this. THE COMMUNITY is helping itself and it is one big family.

[@UIV7096]

Yes We Do Need these type of communities.. freedom & healthy safe homes!

[@debdixon8558]

That is just amazing what they are doing, too bad there isn't more of this!

[@michellewisham972]

I am sitting here in total amazement of this AWESOME community!! I have never seen or heard of anything like this, which saddens me. This is needed in every major city in this country. As a country clearly we are going about the homelessness issue the wrong way. Many kudos and love to the founder of this spectacular concept. I must visit, learn more then do more. God Bless Ya'll....

[@lost_ducks]

sadly i live in a town who vanishes homeless....someone tried to start a shelter the Elite stopped that

[@keikilanikalani9510]

LA really needs this to help all the homeless . This is amazing !

[@rachelhope3161]

This is absolutely amazing and wonderful 🙏 This is where our country should focus.

[@None888.]

This is beautiful...this is what American values are all about...we need one in San Diego...I'll come down and volunteer some time and tools...God bless🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@lizwilliams7266]

Wow!!! Absolutely love this disruption of the way we transform lives via a community like this. Great content!!

[@dilarpolido5849]

❤the best thing I have ever seen. Thank you.

[@gary1251]

Wow I can only hope your community first / eco village idea spreads across America. You have so much wisdom in saying "buying things does not bring happiness" The spirit of creating together, inclusiveness, acceptance of everyone's financial position, growing organically + caring for animals is incredibly beautiful, hopeful and healing. You are succeeding, you all are brilliant. Gary in Hilo

[@Sjb2077]

This brought tears to my eyes because this seems a wonderful idea for the vulnerable and homeless in our society. Wish I could come and lend a hand but I can’t afford the flight 🇬🇧 and we have the pandemic. I wish all those lovely people who volunteer or need help, the very best and future happiness. God bless this brilliant idea.

[@rondanew9916]

Just curious if you have homeless people in 🇬🇧 and how are you helping them❓is the USA the only ones with a low housing cost problem.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

02:27 that Spanish style tiny home is what I would want! Love it ♥️

[@lloydsasube]

Amazing mission I really loved it

[@d.a.v.9381]

You made me cry with joy! I was sure that a faith community had the answer to this chronic social evil, thank you !