In 2008, Hand of Hope volunteers help to build the first two HOH Homes in Mega, Ethiopia and presented them to needy families in the area. Since then, four more homes have been built.
Recipients moved into these homes with their meager belongings — consisting of a few clothes, simple bedding and very little household goods. In 2011, through the generosity of supporters, HOH was able to furnish the homes with simple furnishings (bed, mattress, table and chairs) along with some basic household supplies (bedding, pots, pans, and a lantern).
Land is available to build four more homes. HOH hopes to raise sufficient funds to be able to build these homes. While the first home cost around $3,000 each, due to the increased cost of materials, nearly $10,000 is needed to build one home.