Ruiz Romero - YPO Gold Arizona + Kemper Birthday (Purple Team)

Date Build: Saturday 31st - Sunday 1th, February 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Patricia

Age: 51 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $217 US

FATHER: David

Age: 47 years old

Salary weekly: $203 US

CHILDREN:

Kenia - 10 years old

Grecia - 19 years old

David - 24 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Patricia. When I was a child, I lived in a wooden house. I had many siblings, and we all slept together in the same space with my mom and dad. We didn’t have a single electric appliance, but we were very happy because my mom took care of us and didn’t work. My dad worked in the fields, and the money was never enough — we mostly ate rice, beans, and eggs with handmade tortillas. Sometimes we were gifted sweets or toys, but it was rare. In middle school, I only had enough money for the bus fare and couldn’t buy anything at school. Thanks to my family’s efforts, I was able to study in high school. My older brother started working after elementary school to help pay for my studies. Later, I also started working to help pay for my younger siblings' education, and we were able to fix a room and the bathroom. I eventually got married and didn’t work while my children were little. Later, I started cleaning houses to help with expenses. Our eldest daughter is now studying at university, which makes me very happy because I wasn’t able to. For many years we rented, but one day we had the opportunity to buy a piece of land and we did. It’s far, but we’re here — no longer afraid of being asked to leave from one day to the next. Now we have a place where we feel safe; we just need more space to live better. I know there are many people in need, and I ask God to help us move forward and to give us good health. Thank you for taking the time to read our story.

Ancheyta Sanchez - YPO Gold Arizona + Kemper Birthday (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 31st - Sunday 1th, February 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Marisela

Age: 28 years old

FATHER: Eugenio

Age: 33 years old

Job: Mason Builder

Salary weekly: $243 US

CHILDREN:

Kendall - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we have a small house, but when it rains, water comes in, and the floor is made of wood placed over a pallet, so when it's windy, the whole structure moves a lot. It scares us because our daughter is 7 years old. We haven’t been able to build anything better. Sometimes I do cleaning jobs in houses, but any extra income I earn I send to my other daughter who lives in Oaxaca.

Velasco Cuellar - YPO Gold Arizona + Kemper Birthday (Orange Team)

Date Build: Saturday 31st - Sunday 1th, February 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Ingrid

Age: 20 years old

FATHER: Brayan

Age: 22 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $108 US

CHILDREN:

Bianca - 6 months old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Ingrid, and I have known Brayan for many years since we worked together and became good friends and coworkers. In 2024, we started a relationship and began to see ourselves as a family; our bond grew stronger when we found out I was pregnant, so we decided to live together and Brayan moved into my home. During my pregnancy, I stayed home while he worked, and it was beautiful to see him come back and talk to the baby growing inside me. Around that time, strong winds caused some boards from our roof to come loose; we tried to cover them with pieces of foam, but it wasn’t enough, and it was very cold. Our baby was born on April 30, and since then, we have been trying to improve our home so that water, wind, scorpions, and spiders can no longer get inside. We thank God that we saw one of your Facebook posts, which inspired us to ask for your support — your help would be a great blessing for our family.

Soto Aguilar - Marysville Church of Christ (Brown Team)

Date Build: Friday 30th - Saturday 31st, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Sara

Age: 40 years old

FATHER: Carmelo

Age: 42 years old

Job: Intercom employee

Salary weekly: $178 US

CHILDREN:

Jonathan - 12 years old

Maricarmen - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we would like to request a house because the space we currently have is very small — the four of us barely fit, and we haven’t been able to expand it. On top of that, our belongings get wet when it rains. It would be a great blessing if you could support us in having something better for our children. I am unable to work because I suffer from arthritis. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to us.

Lopez Carmona - Barrett Family / Camelback Society (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th , January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Odalys

Age: 28 years old

FATHER: Rene

Age: 31 years old

Job: Bartender

Salary weekly: $224 US

CHILDREN:

Renata - 4 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, first of all, we want to thank you for allowing us to apply and giving us the hope of having a home of our own for our family. We’ve been together for 6 years, and 4 years ago our little girl was born. That changed our mindset—we realized we had to work even harder so she could have a better future. We didn’t grow up in a house of our own, and it excites us to think that she might. That’s why we made the down payment on a piece of land, but we never imagined how expensive it would be to build. We currently live in a trailer that my boss gave us, but it’s too small for the three of us. We saw your organization on Facebook, and it gives us hope that we might one day have a house where we can live with dignity and build a stable future. We sincerely thank you for your attention.

Arciaga Pimentel - Friends of Frericks (Blue Team)

Date Build: Friday 23rd - Saturday 24th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Miriam

Age: 45 years old

Job: Waldo´s warehouse

Salary weekly: $177 US

CHILDREN:

America - 24 years old

Jatziry - 21 years old

Argenis - 16 years old

Ricardo - 10 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Miriam, and this is the story of why I am in Tijuana, how I came to own a plot of land, and why I dream of having a home. I am from Petatlán, Guerrero. I am happy to have grown up there, but it’s not the place where I want my children to grow up. I am a single mother, responsible for four children. My daughters are already adults, and where I come from is a very violent area controlled by organized crime. That is why I decided to leave and move to Tijuana. We started out renting a house that my children and I paid for together. The father of my children was killed by organized crime. One day we were asked to leave the house we were renting, and while searching for options, we found a plot of land. We built a small wooden house there. I’ve seen several “Casas de Esperanza” around the area, and it excites me to think we might have one of our own, because in our current home, we get wet when it rains, and it's very cold as the wind comes in from all sides. I truly hope we can receive help. Sending a hug and blessings

Abundes Flores - Calvary Paur (Blue Team)

Date Build: Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Rocio

Age: 31 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $130 US

FATHER: Samuel

Age: 32 years old

Job: Mason worker

Salary weekly: $191 US

CHILDREN:

Jonathan - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I write to you with great hope in my heart, after learning about the admirable work you do in supporting families like mine who dream of having a safe and stable home. We are originally from the state of Morelos, where jobs are scarce and poverty levels are high. By the hand of God, we arrived in this city, and my daily prayer is that my son never has to live in fear for his life. Even though my husband and I have been working hard for the past seven years, our income barely covers basic necessities. We have faced many hardships, far from our families, but God has never abandoned us. We have managed to acquire a plot of land, which represents the hope of a secure future, and we are currently financing it through Infonavit. At the moment, we are renting a small room, which is not enough space for our family. We long to have a home where God is the center of our lives. A house would not only give us safety, but it would provide a stable environment for our children and help us break the cycle of poverty. It is our greatest hope and source of stability. I trust in the mission that God has placed in your hearts, and I believe our story will resonate with your commitment to help those in need. May God's peace be with you.

Gomez Hernandez - Weaver (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Blanca Lilia

Age: 44 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $180 US

CHILDREN:

Justin -18 years old

Keren -11 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Blanca, I am 44 years old, and I write to you with the hope of requesting a house, as my current living situation is far from ideal. With great effort, I have only been able to build a small room. I am a single mother with two children. I used to rent a small space, but my salary was no longer enough to continue paying rent, so I acquired a plot of land with the hope of having something of my own. Unfortunately, I have not been able to build a proper house. My oldest son just turned 18 and is currently looking for work, but he hasn’t been able to find anything yet since he recently had appendix surgery and cannot lift heavy objects. My daughter is 11 years old, goes to school, and is very intelligent and dedicated—just like me. I am originally from Chiapas and moved to Tijuana in 2006 in search of a better life, as my father was very controlling and sexist. Shortly after arriving, I met my son’s father, and we got married, but sadly, he passed away not long after. Years later, I met my daughter’s father and was with him for five years until he chose to leave us, and we have not heard from him since. I have raised both of my children on my own. I thank you in advance for taking the time to read my request, and I place my hope in God that I may receive your support.

Sanchez Colorado - New Leaf (Purple Team)

Date Build: Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Paula

Age: 48 years old

Job: Corn stand

Salary weekly: $81 US

FATHER: Bernardino

Age: 52 years old

Job: Mason helper

Salary weekly: $189 US

CHILDREN:

Miguel Angel - 16 years old

Allison - 10 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we are a family with five children, two of whom are still minors. My husband works as a construction laborer and I sell corn on the street. A few years ago, we managed to acquire a plot of land and, thanks to God, we built a small wooden house. However, we are still making payments on the land, which has prevented us from improving our home, and that is why we are requesting your valuable help. Currently, my brother, my mother, and one of my adult daughters—along with her husband and their young children—also live with us, so we are many people sharing the same space. Our home is very cold, and during the rainy season, water leaks through the walls, which causes the children to get sick frequently. That season is approaching, and we are very worried about not having a proper place to live. We sincerely thank you for your time, dedication, and the help you provide to so many families.

Calleros Rivera - Niewald - Small group (Red Team)

Date Build: Friday 23rd - Saturday 24th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Ana

Age: 40 years old

Job: Fleamarket

Salary weekly: $162 US

FATHER: Saul

Age: 43 years old

Job: Kitchen helper

Salary weekly: $159 US

CHILDREN:

Saul - 10 years old

Ana - 17 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we have been living in Tijuana for 19 years, renting different houses while trying to pay lower rent since we don't have a job that allows us to qualify for a loan to build. In 2018, we had the opportunity to start the process of acquiring a piece of land, so since then we’ve been paying both rent and land payments. During the pandemic, we almost lost the land, but out of the desire to own something, we started cleaning the lot and managed to get electricity and potable water. We were about to build a small wooden room, but unfortunately, my mother-in-law had a stroke, and all our savings went toward her medical care. Recently, we heard about your organization and, with all our faith, asking God for help, we submitted our application. We want to move to our land, especially because the house we currently rent is in poor condition—the roof is falling apart, there’s a lot of moisture, and the rainy season is approaching. We have the hope that our daughter can begin university while already living in a home of our own.

Vazquez Sanchez - Calvary Paur (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Maria

Age: 30 years old

FATHER: Rey David

Age: 30 years old

Job: Restaurant worker

Salary weekly: $162 US

CHILDREN:

Reyna - 12 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, receive a warm greeting. I want to share a bit of my story and the reason why I am requesting support for a home. I currently live in my parents' house; they let us use a small room that measures 3.5 by 3.5 meters. We don’t have a kitchen—this single room is where we sleep, and it serves as our home. With great sacrifice, we have been making payments on a plot of land, dreaming of one day having a home of our own and the privacy that comes with it. However, due to financial limitations, we have not yet been able to achieve that dream. Having a dignified space to call our own—a place to create happy memories—would be a great blessing for us. I thank God first and foremost, and I thank you for being part of our story. My family and I are deeply grateful for your time, your attention, and for considering us. We are here and willing to do whatever is needed.

Hernandez Hernandez - Calvary Paur (Purple Team)

Hernandez Hernandez - Calvary Paur (Purple Team)

Date Build: Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Anayeli

Age: 35 years old

Job: Food vendor

Salary weekly: $121 US

FATHER: Jhair

Age: 28 years old

Job: Food vendor

Salary weekly: $125 US

CHILDREN:

Cristofer - 11 years old

Isaac - 3 months old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we are a family of four, and we are reaching out with the hope of receiving your support to have a dignified home. We arrived in Baja California three years ago with the dream of building a better future for our son, since in our hometown there were very few job opportunities. We moved to Rosarito and began working hard. After two years of effort, we managed to buy a small plot of land. With much hope, we poured a concrete slab and started building a room, but we couldn’t finish it because I became pregnant and had to stop working. Covering all expenses alone has been very difficult for my husband. We moved onto the land and started selling food from home to get by. Shortly after, my husband lost his job due to layoffs, so now we both sell food together. We don’t have a stable income — some days are good, others not so much. These have been difficult times, which is why we humbly ask for your help to have a proper house where our children can grow up safely and with stability. Thank you so much for your attention and for the hope you bring to so many families.

Hidalgo Ocampo - Calvary Paur (Red Team)

Date Build: Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th , January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Lesly Ariana

Age: 24 years old

FATHER: Carlos

Age: 29 years old

Job: - Garbage collector

Salary weekly: $190 US

CHILDREN:

Lian Isaac - 3 years old

Alexander - 8 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, about four years ago, we arrived in Tijuana from Guerrero with many dreams and goals to grow as individuals and build a better future. We are asking for your support because a year and a half ago, we had the opportunity to acquire a property through payments, and we accepted it with the hope of moving in after paying the down payment. Our plan was to build a small wooden room, since we are a small family, but things didn’t go as expected. Our little boy had to undergo emergency surgery for two hernias because he couldn’t keep food down and one night he was in severe pain, so we had to rush him to the ER. Since the public hospital didn’t have a pediatrician available, we had to go to a private clinic. Thankfully, our baby is now healthy, but financially we haven’t been able to recover. We currently live in a high-risk area near a ravine with wild animals and no drainage or septic system, which makes hygiene and safety difficult. We turn to you with the hope of being able to leave this place and give our children a safe and clean home. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your attention and for the hope you give to so many families. We trust that God will repay you for all you do.

Ibarra Rojas - Calvary Paur (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th , January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Anahi

Age: 30 years old

Job: Sales

Salary weekly: $80 US

FATHER: Gerardo

Age: 39 years old

Job: Sales

Salary weekly: $125 US

CHILDREN:

Alfonso - 11 years old

Kailany - 2 months old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I write to you with the utmost respect to kindly request your support. We are a humble and hardworking family who make a living collecting and removing debris, trash, and doing all kinds of small jobs. It has been very difficult for us to build a house on our own. We are originally from Michoacán, and I came here with the dream of having a home for myself and my son. I got together with my partner, but his house burned down and we lost everything. Since the land belonged to his brother, we decided to start saving to buy our own. During this time, I became pregnant and now we have a 2-month-old baby. For now, we are living in a trailer that was given to us, but we would love to have a safe and stable place for our children. We hold on to the hope that very soon we will have something of our own, with God’s help and yours. Thank you so much!

Martinez Tapia - Trinity Pres / Santa Ana (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Karina

Age: 31 years old

FATHER: Edgar

Age: 30 years old

Job: Fleamarket seller

Salary weekly: $162 US

CHILDREN:

Emily - 9 years old

Evelyn - 8 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Angélica Karina, I am 31 years old and was born in Tijuana, though my parents are originally from Guadalajara. I live in a domestic partnership with Edgar Martínez Cárdenas, who is from Michoacán. We have been together for nearly 12 years and have two beautiful daughters whom we love deeply. Our journey has not been easy—at the beginning, Edgar didn’t have a job or documents, and we lived in my mother’s house with her partner. Due to disagreements, we were often asked to leave. We went through many difficult situations, including living in borrowed homes and surviving on very little income. We had our two daughters, both delivered via cesarean section, and due to Edgar’s undocumented status, we couldn’t register them right away. Over time, Edgar started working at a market, earning just enough for our daily needs, and although it was hard, we stayed united. My father-in-law has been a great support, and with his help, in October 2024 we were able to make a down payment on a piece of land, hoping to stop renting and finally have something of our own. However, it has been very difficult to afford both the land payments and rent, but we continue with faith and determination. We promised our daughters their own room, and it would mean the world to us to fulfill that promise. Thank you so much for taking the time to read our story and for giving us the opportunity to apply for a Casa de Esperanza.

Mendez Chun - Trinity Pres / Santa Ana (Orange Team)

Date Build: Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Teresa

Age: 48 years old

FATHER: Librado

Age: 49 years old

Job: Mason helper

Salary weekly: $189 US

CHILDREN:

Heidi - 18 years old

Hanna - 16 years old

Diana Sarahi - 14 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, may God bless you. I came to Tijuana at the age of 20 in search of a better life; I am originally from Chiapas. For many years, I rented a home with my parents until, through great effort, we were able to buy a piece of land and build a small wooden house where I lived with my parents, siblings, my wife, and our children. However, soon after moving in, we began receiving threats because we lived in a dangerous area. One day, we were brutally attacked—my father, my siblings, a cousin, and I were beaten. It was one of the worst days of our lives. Thankfully, the police, ambulance, and firefighters arrived, but we were left seriously injured and spent time in intensive care. We had to sell the land we had worked so hard to buy in order to pay for our recovery, as we were unable to work. We returned to renting for many years. Despite everything, we were poor but happy and united—until the pandemic came and my wife passed away. I fell into a deep depression and loneliness until I met my current partner, who has been a gift from God. Through her, I came to know God and His greatness, as she comes from a Christian family. She has loved and cared for my children from the very beginning. Together, we have rebuilt our lives, and as a family we now seek God with faith and hope. We pray with all our hearts to be blessed with a Casa de Esperanza. Thank you for taking the time to read our story.

Gonzalez Perez - Trinity Pres / Santa Ana (Red Team)

Date Build: Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th, January 2026 FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Vianey

Age: 30 years old

FATHER: Eric

Age: 32 years old

Job: Makes Tamales

Salary weekly: $146 US

CHILDREN:

Roxane Brigitte - 9 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we are a young couple who have faced many challenges since deciding to build a life together. When our daughter was born, my husband could no longer care for his brother, which led to a very tense family situation. Since then, we have worked hard to acquire a plot of land and, through loans and effort, we built a small room that serves as our refuge, although it still lacks many basic needs. A year ago, our daughter was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and early puberty. Sadly, she has experienced bullying, discrimination, and abuse, and it has been frustrating as parents to hear that people don't want to deal with her condition. She is on medication and attends appointments at Clinics 1 and 20, along with psychological care that the public healthcare system (IMSS) does not cover. Because of all these expenses, we haven’t been able to improve our living space, which still has a dirt floor and a tarp roof. Some days are very difficult and leave us feeling hopeless. When we learned about your program through Facebook, we felt renewed hope in being able to request your support. With faith and all our heart, we ask for your help in giving our daughter a safe, dignified home. We have nothing material to offer in return—only our deepest and most sincere gratitude.

Jimenez Hernandez - Trinity Pres / Santa Ana (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Evelin

Age: 31 years old

Job: Flea market saleswoman

Salary weekly: $137 US

CHILDREN:

Fernanda - 13 years old

Ezequiel - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I have two children. Camila, who is 13, has a disability; she was diagnosed with epilepsy and autism when she turned one. She suffers an average of 10 seizures per month, speaks very little, and has to take about 15 pills daily. It has been a constant struggle caring for her. Ezequiel, on the other hand, is a healthy boy. Their father passed away four years ago due to COVID-19, and since then I have been doing my best to raise them on my own. However, it's been very difficult to find a regular job because of Camila’s condition. I work cleaning houses, and my sisters help us when they can. My greatest wish is to provide my children with a small house where they can have peace and stability—a true home. I would be deeply grateful if you could give us the opportunity to live with dignity. For now, we live in a small wooden room with a tarp roof; our neighbor kindly lets us use his bathroom and kitchen. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Lopez Flores - Trinity Pres / Santa Ana (Blue Team)

Date Build: Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Adriana

Age: 35 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $140 US

CHILDREN:

Venus Zoe - 16 years old

Ian Naim - 11 years old

Luna Gissel - 3 months old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I am a mother of three children. Four years ago, my father passed away, and since then, we have been living with my mother and sister, as I separated from my partner due to his increasingly violent behavior. We met at work and, after three years together, decided to live as a family. I continued working while my mother cared for the children, but eventually, we decided that I would stay home to focus on their education. After my father’s passing, tensions between my partner and my family grew unbearable, putting me in a very difficult position. We moved to a house provided by his parents, but he no longer allowed me to see my family. After the pandemic, he lost his job and we both tried to get by selling whatever we could. Although his family supported us, he became more aggressive until, with the help of a friend, I managed to escape. I returned to my mother’s home, where we now live with the support of each other, the widow’s pension, and my sister’s income—she even left school to work. The house is very small, with only two rooms, one bathroom, and a shared space for the stove, refrigerator, and dining table. Recently, I found out I’m pregnant again—something unexpected but which I now see as a blessing. For this reason, I humbly ask for your support in helping us build a dignified home for my children. I truly thank you for allowing me to share my story.

Melendrez Acosta - Weaver (Red Team)

Date Build: Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th, January 2026

FAMILY INFORMATION

FATHER: Fernando

Age: 49 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $162 US

CHILDREN:

Jesus - 15 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I respectfully inform you that we are the Melendrez Acosta family. I am a single father and solely responsible for the care and upbringing of my two children. Our financial situation is difficult, which is why I am reaching out to request your valuable support in building a dignified home for us. We are truly grateful for the opportunity you offer to families like ours, and we trust that God will bless you for your noble work.