Rojo Figueroa - Mission Uprising: Wiese (Green Team)

Date Build: Friday 10th - Saturday 11th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Ana Karen

Age: 33 years old

FATHER: Agustin

Age: 37 years old

Job: Junkyard Cowboy

Salary weekly: $240 US

CHILDREN:

Antonio - 15 years old

Nahomy - 8 years old

Renata - 3 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we are a small family of five, hardworking and eager to move forward. My husband is a mechanic and has worked at a junkyard for several years. I used to sell things at a small stand, but due to rising insecurity in our neighborhood—where they started demanding protection fees—I had to shut it down out of fear for our safety. Later, my husband did a construction job that led to a dispute with a client who felt he charged too much. She hired people to threaten us, and even after we returned the money she demanded, we kept living in fear. We decided to leave that area, sold everything we had—including our car—to afford the down payment on a plot of land. This past year has been extremely difficult; we were left with nothing. My son Eduardo was so affected that his grades dropped and he was removed from school; he is now studying through an open secondary school program. Our dream is to get away from this dangerous environment—we don’t want our children growing up around such evil. Now our son goes to the junkyard with his father, and we hope he can study automotive electronics. We’ve tried to save money to build but haven’t succeeded. We started something near my mother-in-law’s house, but when it rains, the water gets in and the machine can’t enter to level the land. When I saw on Facebook that you help families, I filled out the form thinking it would be hard for you to notice us, but when you called, I felt overwhelming joy—a ray of hope to finally leave this place behind. Thank you for seeing us.

Chacha Hernandez -Addicted to Life (Orange Team)

Date Build: Friday 24th - Saturday 25th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Elin

Age: 25 years old

FATHER: Ernesto

Age: 31 years old

Job: Taco Stand

Salary weekly: $135 US

CHILDREN:

Ariadne - 8 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I am writing on behalf of my family, which includes my partner, my daughter, and the baby I am expecting. We currently live with my mother, and our plot of land is located right next to hers. In my mother’s house live my brother, my mom, and our family. Unfortunately, my brother struggles with drug addiction, which causes many problems. I understand that, as his mother, she tries to tolerate it, but he has already lost his own family and can spend months locked inside the house consuming harmful substances. I don’t want my daughter to grow up witnessing this, and when we try to speak up, he becomes very violent toward us. We hold onto the hope of moving forward with the mobile taco business my partner recently started. Thank you sincerely for giving us this opportunity.

Benitez Lopez - Get off your Heine (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Angelica

Age: 29 years old

FATHER: Luis Antonio

Age: 26 years old

Job: Mason helper

Salary weekly: $190 US

CHILDREN:

Madison - 11 years old

Logan - 4 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we wholeheartedly wish to receive the blessing of a beautiful home for our children, as we have always faced many hardships. We’ve had to rent, live with relatives, and constantly move from one place to another. We no longer want our children to grow up in such instability, which is why we made the effort to buy a piece of land in hopes of finally settling down. However, we don’t have the resources to build, and that is why we humbly turn to you. Right now, the four of us live in a very small room with limited space. We trust that God and you can help us fulfill our desire to have a dignified home. May God always bless you!

Padilla Ventura - Mission Uprising: Wiese (Red Team)

Date Build: Friday 10th - Saturday 11th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Delssy Xiomara

Age: 32 years old

Job: waitress at a restaurant

Salary weekly: $163 US

FATHER: Alonso

Age: 34 years old

Job: Driver

Salary weekly: $150 US

CHILDREN:

Selvin - 17 years old

Delsy - 15 years old

Jeovany - 14 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I write to you with deep respect and admiration for the meaningful work you do, bringing hope to those of us who need it most. I would like to share a bit of my story and explain why I am seeking your help. Three years ago, we had to leave Honduras due to direct threats from a gang; fearing for our safety, we left everything behind in search of protection. When we arrived in Chiapas, we applied for political asylum and stayed there for a year while the process moved forward. We later moved to Tijuana, where we have now lived for two years. We are currently living in very limited conditions, as our income is not enough to cover all basic needs. I am responsible for paying the rent and covering transportation so our children can attend school, while my partner helps with food, water, electricity, and payments on a piece of land where we hope to live someday. We sincerely appreciate any support you can offer us.

Hernandez Sanchez -Addicted to Life (Red Team)

Date Build: Friday 24th - Saturday 25th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Ma. Magdalena

Age: 38 years old

Job: Flea market

Salary weekly: $ 85 US

FATHER: Jose Miguel

Age: 39 years old

Job: Mason helper

Salary weekly: $45 US

CHILDREN:

Dalia - 13 years old

Jose Miguel - 1 year old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team,

First of all, I would like to thank you for all the support you provide to our community and for considering us. I am a mother of four children. With my first partner, I had Hugo, who is now 19 and lives independently, and Lourdes, who is 16 and currently living with my mother (her grandmother), as we don’t have enough space in our home for her to live with us—this is one of the main reasons why I am requesting your support. Every time I speak with my daughter, she cries because she wants to live with me. I separated from her father due to domestic violence. Later, I began another relationship, and I had my daughter Dalia, whose father distanced himself as soon as he found out I was pregnant and has never taken responsibility. While working at a factory, I met my current husband, with whom I am now married and have a son named José Miguel. With great effort, we joined a savings program to make the down payment on a piece of land, and when our son was born, we left the factory to start a small clothing business at the street market, while my husband also does masonry work. Our income barely covers the land payments and food, so we are currently living in a small house built by my mother-in-law next to our lot. My elderly father, who has vision and hearing problems and needs special care, also lives with us. When my mother-in-law’s other children or relatives visit, they stay to sleep here as well, and honestly, it is an uncomfortable situation. I thank you in advance for your attention and for giving us the hope of having a home.

Moreno Guardado - King's Arms Church (Blue Team)

Date Build: Thursday 30th - Friday 31th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Martha

Age: 46 years old

Job: Gas station worker

Salary weekly: $135 US

CHILDREN:

William - 16 years old

Anthony - 15 years old

Alexander - 10 years old

Katherine - 9 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I am a mother of four children, and one of our greatest wishes is to have a safe place to sleep—a true home. The little house we currently live in is made of very fragile wooden boards. When the wind blows or it rains, we are completely exposed: the water comes in, the boards fall, and we feel afraid. As a mother, my deepest desire is for my children to have a place where they are not afraid when it rains, where they feel protected and at peace. I sincerely thank you for the incredible work you do helping so many people. May God bless you abundantly.

Castillo de la Cruz - Mission Uprising: Wiese (Blue Team)

Date Build: Friday 10th - Saturday 11th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Maria

Age: 32 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $102 US

FATHER: Jesus

Age: 43 years old

Job: has a pension

Salary weekly: $130 US

CHILDREN:

Bayron - 9 years old

Jesus - 5 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY: Dear Homes of Hope team, warm greetings. I would like to share a little bit about my family. I have two sons: Bayron, who is in fifth grade, and Jesús, who is in preschool. My husband has a heart condition (ischemic cardiomyopathy); seven years ago, he suffered a heart attack and underwent his first catheterization, during which two stents were placed. Since then, he has had two more catheterizations, but unfortunately, his heart is now functioning at only 20%. We are currently undergoing medical evaluations to determine whether another treatment—or possibly a heart transplant—is an option. With his pension, we are only able to pay for rent, water, and electricity. I work at a factory, and in an effort to begin building our future, I applied for a Fonacot loan. However, we faced complications—such as an accident that left me unable to work for a month—so we ended up using the loan for household expenses and medications instead of construction. That is why we are reaching out to you, to request your support for a home. The place we are renting has already increased the rent once this year, and we have now been told it will go up again—a second time in the same year. We are deeply grateful for your attention and for the incredible work you do. Thank you so much.

Castelo Lopez - Alpine Church (Blue Team)

Date Build: Friday 17th - Saturday 18th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Laura

Age: 32 years old

FATHER: Efrain

Age: 47 years old

Job: Blacksmith

Salary weekly: $270 US

CHILDREN:

Danna - 15 years old

Camila - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team,

My name is Laura. In 2008, I was in the third year of middle school. My parents were working, and I was responsible for managing the house and caring for my two younger sisters. That same year, I met the man who is now my husband. He was 30 years old, and I was 15. We became friends, and after I finished school, my parents decided I should stop studying to take care of the home and my siblings full-time. I did so for several months, but the responsibility was overwhelming. In November, I began a relationship with my now-husband. Then, in December, I made the biggest decision of my life: I left my home. On December 20th, a rainy morning at 5 a.m., I walked away with a change of clothes and never returned. When he found out, he came looking for me. We talked and decided to stay together. Four months later, I became pregnant with our first daughter, Danna Caroll, who was born on October 5th, 2009. In 2011, we moved for the third time, to a house that belonged to my uncle. However, after he passed away, another woman claimed ownership of the property, and since then, it has been a constant struggle. In 2016, we were finally able to save enough to make a down payment on a piece of land. In 2017, I became pregnant with our second daughter, Camila. Over the years, the supposed owner of the house has harassed us, sent lawyers, and looked for ways to evict us. During the COVID pandemic, we nearly gave up, but instead, we decided to start a small metalworking business together. We’ve faced many ups and downs—especially due to her ongoing threats—but we’ve kept going. When I saw the Homes of Hope video, my heart leapt. I hesitated to reach out, afraid things would go wrong again. But I’m hoping we can achieve our dream: to live in a home of our own, in peace and security, where our daughters can grow up happy. We’ve been together for 17 years and we want to keep building our life as a family. I trust in God that you will be able to help us. Thank you very much.

Gonzalez Chavero - Westminster Presby. Church (Red Team)

Date Build: Sunday 18th - Monday 19th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Jacqueline

Age: 22 years old

Job: Sells burritos

Salary weekly: $83 US

FATHER: Emanuel

Age: 22 years old

Job: Barber

Salary weekly: $185 US

CHILDREN:

Nehemias - 19 months old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY: Dear Homes of Hope team,we are a married couple with a 19-month-old son, and we would be very grateful to receive support in obtaining a home. We have been paying for our land for two years and are up to date, but it is very difficult for us to cover both the land payments and the rent where we currently live. For this reason, we have not been able to begin building a proper place to live. We would deeply appreciate your support, which, together with God’s help, would allow us to move forward with our future projects and provide our son with a home of his own. Thank you very much in advance for your kind attention.

Piña Moreno - Ryan Fire protection (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 25th - Sunday 26th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Araceli

Age: 35 years old

Job: Baby sitter

Salary weekly: $130 US

CHILDREN:

Gael - 18 years old

Misael - 7 years old

Matias - 7 years old

Noel - 5 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

I am a single mother of four children. I separated from their father in October 2024 due to his infidelities. We used to live in a trailer located on my land, but part of it encroached onto the neighbor’s property. When we tried to move it, the trailer split in half, so we were forced to leave. We are now living in a borrowed house. During this time of transition, I have been praying a lot, believing and trusting in God. When I heard about Homes of Hope, I saw it as an answer to my prayers. I have been a Christian since childhood—God knows my heart and knows I didn’t want to separate from my children’s father. I still pray for him because I believe God desires families to stay together. I work at Casa de Luz in the nursery. Right now, the father of my children is in prison in the United States, so I am the sole provider for my household. I cover the land payments, household expenses, and my children’s school costs. This is why I have not been able to begin building a home. One of my children has ADHD. He goes to therapy and requires medication, which is very expensive. To cover these costs, I also work extra hours at the local market. My children and I have a little corner where they put up their drawings. We have been praying together for a new house and a car. We know that God’s timing is perfect. There is a verse that has accompanied me during this season: Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Thank you for taking the time to listen to my story.

Lopez Torres - Green Valley Baptist Church (Brown Team)

Date Build: Saturday 25th - Sunday 26th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Jilly Veronica

Age: 32 years old

Job: Vendor

Salary weekly: $270 US

FATHER: Cruz Norberto

Age: 41 years old

Job: Mason assistan

Salary weekly: $130 US

CHILDREN:

Kaitlyn Maggie - 5 years old

Lian Nineth - 7 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY: Dear Homes of Hope team, first of all, thank you very much for the opportunity of this interview, as for my family it would be a great blessing to receive support with a home. At present, we are renting because we do not have the resources to build, due to household expenses such as groceries, our daughters’ school supplies, and the land payment, which leaves us with very little money. My husband lost his job at Coca-Cola and now works as a construction helper when needed. I contribute by selling snacks such as tostilocos, churros, gelatin, as well as earrings and necklaces, and on weekends I prepare food to sell; I also help my mother cover her own expenses. We know there are many families in need of a home, but for us it would be a great blessing, especially since our rent was recently increased and without stable work for my husband, this causes much anxiety. Our greatest dream is to have a safe and dignified home where our daughters can live with freedom and peace, without the fear of being evicted from one day to the next. We strive to instill values and good character in them, and although we do not yet have a home, we make sure they always have a roof over their heads and food on the table. At times things get difficult, but we remind them that God never lets go of our hands and is always present in our lives. I am very grateful for this opportunity, and even if we do not qualify, we are happy and thankful to be considered. Faith is believing in what is not yet seen, and its reward is to see what is believed. We will persevere until we reap what we have sown.

Oropeza Montejo - Valve + Meter Indianapolis (Red Team)

Date Build: Friday 26th - Saturday 27th, September 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Olga

Age: 27 years old

FATHER: Jesus

Age: 39 years old

Job: Taco's stand

Salary weekly: $125 US

CHILDREN:

Juan Esteban - 5 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope, receive our warm regards and heartfelt thanks for your generous work in helping families. Our family consists of three members: my husband, our five-year-old son, and myself. My husband works at a taco stand, and I work in a department store, while our son is in primary school. We live in a single room that serves as our bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom. Due to our financial situation, we have been unable to expand our home, so our son has to sleep with us. This affects his space as a child and limits our privacy as a couple. When the weather is bad, my husband cannot sell tacos, which makes it difficult for us to cover additional expenses. We sincerely thank you, trusting that God’s love is shown through the help you provide to others.

Silvia Rojas - Renovia (Purple Team)

Date Build: Tuesday 7th - Wednesday 8th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Lesli

Age: 26 years old

Job: Warehouse clerck

Salary weekly: $163 US

CHILDREN:

Ivana - 4 years old

Leslie - 5 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I am a single mother of two girls: Leslie, who is about to start elementary school, and Ivanna, who will begin preschool. I have been raising them on my own for four years, and it has been very difficult. Ivanna was born prematurely, and her first two years were very challenging, as she required medication, neurological treatments, lung support, therapy, and rehabilitation. After separating from their father, I rented a room, but due to Ivanna’s special condition, she was not accepted into daycare. Thankfully, my grandmother and an aunt have supported me by caring for my daughters and allowing us to stay in a room in their home so I wouldn’t have to pay rent and could save. However, while my grandmother is a kind-hearted woman, my aunt suffers from schizophrenia and often yells at my daughters, which is not a healthy environment for them. I grew up with my grandmother since my mother was rarely home, and at 16, my aunt forced me out of the house, which makes the situation even more complicated. This is why I am requesting your support so that my daughters can have a place to grow in peace and stability. With my income, I can cover food, education, utilities, and the land payment. I trust that with your help we will be able to have a home where my daughters can grow up safely. I sincerely thank you for considering my request.

Flores Vidal - Life Center Church (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Maria del Pilar

Age: 30 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $113 US

FATHER: Jose Guadalupe

Age: 32 years old

Job: Taco's stand

Salary weekly: $162 US

CHILDREN:

Jesus - 6 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, first of all, thank you very much for allowing me to meet you and give me hope. The purpose of this letter is to request your support in building a small home, as we currently do not have one. We have been unable to begin construction because our resources are insufficient; we must pay both rent and the land, which makes it difficult to save enough. Receiving your support would be a tremendous blessing for my family. I am truly grateful that you make dreams possible for so many people, and I thank God because there are still good people like you who help without expecting anything in return. May God greatly bless you.

Barajas Baltazar - Team Gratitude (Red Team)

Date Build: Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Maria

Age: 35 years old

Job:Sells mobile phone accesories

Salary weekly: $210 US

CHILDREN:

Anderson - 12 years old

Denisse - 8 years old

Jesus - 2 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is María Fidelia Barajas, and I am a single mother of three children. On June 10, 2024, I separated from the father of my children; he left the house, and we remained living there. Shortly after, my former mother-in-law moved from Michoacán into the same house along with one of her sons and her mother. The children’s father built a wooden room upstairs where we moved, thinking that being independent it would avoid problems. However, two weeks later, after returning from an outing with him, his sister and her five children had already taken over part of the space, and little by little we were pushed out. When I took my children to visit my parents, upon returning we were no longer allowed into the room, and since then we have been living in a van my sister lent me. I sell cell phone accessories to support us, and I am asking for your help so that my children and I can have a safe and dignified roof over our heads, with beds and a table to eat at. It breaks my heart to see my children living as they are now. My son Anderson, who is nearly 12 years old and has autism, is very loving and, along with my other two children, motivates me to keep going, working hard, and spending quality time with them. I want the best for them, and I am truly grateful for your generosity.

Hernandez Romero - Bonita Valley Community Church (Blue Team)

Date Build: Friday 3rd - Saturday 4th, October 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Mireya

Age: 30 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $135 US

FATHER: Marlon

Age: 26 years old

Job: Maintenance helper

Salary weekly: $122 US

CHILDREN:

Dayana - 6 years old

Hanna - 2 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, our family is made up of four members: us, the parents, and our two daughters. We arrived in Tijuana on September 6, 2020, with the desire to build a better future. We are originally from the state of Guerrero, where we lost our jobs during the pandemic; we used to sell bags of fruit, but my mother-in-law told us about job opportunities in Tijuana, so we decided to try our luck here. At first, we rented the house where she lived, but it was later taken back, and due to high rent prices, we moved into another shared house with coworkers, though it was not very comfortable. For this reason, we saved money and bought a piece of land together with my mother, who was able to build her wooden house; we have not yet built ours, but she returned to Guerrero and lent us her home. Now, with our second daughter and my husband unemployed, we turn to you with the hope of receiving support to have a safe place for our girls. We support ourselves by selling cakes, and my husband takes on maintenance jobs, but we live with constant worry about not having a secure home. We are very grateful for your consideration, as this represents a great hope for us.

Velasco Jeronimo - Metropolitan Church (Purple Team)

Date Build: Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th, September 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Ana Laura

Age: 30 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $173 US

CHILDREN:

Noel - 7 years old

Dylan - 11 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, I am writing to you with the hope of finding support in the difficult situation I am currently facing. I am a single mother of two young children and am in a very vulnerable condition. Recently, I was asked to leave the place that had been lent to me for living, and I have no other place to move to, which causes me great concern for the well-being of my children. I do not have the financial means to rent a new home while also covering weekly expenses such as groceries, cleaning supplies, and school materials, and I do not have family or acquaintances who can help me at this time. For this reason, I take the liberty of reaching out to you with the hope that you may consider my case for the construction of a small home that would provide my children with a safe and stable place to live. I sincerely thank you for your time and consideration and look forward with faith to your response.

Acosta Ibarra - Metropolitan Church (Yellow Team)

Date Build: Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th, September 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Maria

Age: 49 years old

FATHER: Victor Manuel

Age: 49 years old

Job: Tortillas Deliverer

Salary weekly: $124 US

CHILDREN:

Victor Gabriel - 17 years old

Isidro Ivan - 13 years old

Pablo Uriel - 10 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we are the Acosta Ibarra family. I, María, came to Tijuana as a child, and my children were born here. We lived in my mother’s house until, after her passing, my siblings asked me to leave. We rented for a time, but we could not continue because prices exceeded our budget of 3,000 pesos. While working in a factory, a friend told me about land for sale; we managed to save for the down payment and that is where we live now. With pallets we purchased and old wood that was given to us, we built the room we currently have. It is small and very cold, and when it rains, water leaks inside. My children are bullied because of the conditions in which we live, which pains me deeply, as I have promised them that one day they will have a dignified home. For this reason, I seek the blessing of receiving a house to fulfill that promise.

Hernandez Bautista - Venture Church (Green Team)

Date Build: Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th, September 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Roxana

Age: 23 years old

Job: Factory worker

Salary weekly: $110 US

CHILDREN:

Matias - 3 years old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, my name is Roxana, and I live with my 3-year-old son, Matías. We would be deeply grateful for your support in obtaining a home, as at times I can barely cover our most basic needs, such as groceries and water. During the rainy season, our roof leaks, and since we do not have flooring, the ground turns into a muddy mess. I work the night shift in a factory while my mother helps take care of my son. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Arreguin Alcocer - South Sub Church (Brown Team)

Date Build: Friday 26th - Saturday 27th, September 2025

FAMILY INFORMATION

MOTHER: Sonia

Age: 31 years old

FATHER: Angel

Age: 48 years old

Job: Soriana salesman

Salary weekly: $160 US

CHILDREN:

Cherryt - 14 years old

Cristal - 12 years old

Anselmo - 11 years old

Angel - 1 year old

LETTER FROM THE FAMILY:

Dear Homes of Hope team, we sincerely ask for your support from the bottom of our hearts to help build a home for our family. We believe that God is good at all times and that He is with us in every situation. I have faith in the Lord because I know He has placed you in our lives for a purpose. To my family, you are a gift from God and a great source of hope. With tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat, I thank you; my heart beats strongly knowing that this opportunity exists. Our situation has not been easy, but God has seen us and has answered along the way. Thank you very much, and may God always bless you and multiply your good deeds.