De Los Santos Carrillo
Date Build: Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th, Aug 2026
FAMILY INFORMATION
MOTHER: Cristel
Age: 22 years old
FATHER: Jonathan
Age: 29 years old
Job: Mason helper
Salary weekly: $285 US
CHILDREN:
Miguel - baby
Iker - 9 years old
LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:
Dear Homes of Hope, our journey as a family has been filled with many difficult moments, but through hard work, responsibility, and faith in God, we have continued moving forward. When we decided to build our life together, we began by renting a home while both of us worked, hoping that one day we would also be blessed with a child. After much sacrifice, we were able to purchase a small piece of land and a trailer, believing it would be the beginning of our future home. Sadly, one day when we returned from work, the trailer had been stolen, leaving nothing but the empty lot. Losing everything we had worked so hard to achieve was devastating, and we were forced to start over by renting another home while rebuilding our lives from scratch. Over time, we were able to purchase another piece of land in a safer neighborhood, and because rent had become so expensive, we built a small room where we now live. Little by little, we have added electricity and made improvements as our finances have allowed. Today, God has blessed us with the gift of a baby who is due to be born in April. This is our greatest motivation for seeking a home, as the conditions of our small room are not suitable for welcoming a newborn. Before the pregnancy, both of us worked, but because it has been classified as high-risk, we decided that only one of us would continue working so that we could prioritize the health of both mother and baby. I also have a nine-year-old son from a previous relationship, and I have never abandoned my responsibility to care for and support him. I strive to be a positive example for all of my children by teaching them the values of perseverance, responsibility, and faith. Despite everything we have experienced, we refuse to give up because we believe God never allows us to face challenges beyond our strength, and we have learned that with Him by our side, no battle is ever truly lost. We sincerely thank you for taking the time to read our story and for considering our application. May God continue to bless you abundantly and strengthen the wonderful work you do for families like ours.