Permanent Housing

Permanent Housing Program

Building Safe, Long-Lasting Christian Homes for Refugee Families

Many widows and orphaned children in refugee communities live in temporary shelters that cannot withstand harsh weather conditions. Our Permanent Housing Program provides durable homes that offer safety, stability, and dignity, helping families rebuild their lives with hope and security.

Why It Matters

Providing Safety That Lasts

Inside refugee settlements such as Nakivale and Kyangwali, temporary shelters often collapse during heavy seasonal rains, leaving families vulnerable to severe weather, disease, and exploitation.

To provide lasting protection, we construct permanent homes using durable mud bricks and iron-sheet roofs. Designed to last more than 20 years, these homes offer families a safe place to live and the opportunity to rebuild with dignity and hope.

Program Highlights

Building More Than Just Homes

Every home we build provides more than shelter—it creates safety, stability, dignity, and hope for vulnerable families.

20+ Year Homes

Built with durable materials to provide long-lasting safety, stability, and protection for vulnerable families.

Safe Shelter

Providing secure homes that protect widows and children from harsh weather and unsafe living conditions.

Restored Dignity

Giving orphaned children and widows a safe home that restores dignity, hope, and lasting security for the future.

How You Can Help

Help Build a Safe Home

A spacious three-bedroom basic housing unit costs approximately USD $500 to construct. Your generosity helps provide the materials, labor, and resources needed to build safe, durable homes where widows and orphaned children can live with security, dignity, and hope.

Construction Cost

Approximately USD $500 provides the materials and construction needed to build one durable three-bedroom family home.

Your Impact

Every donation helps provide safe shelter, lasting protection, and renewed hope for widows and orphaned children.

Changing Lives

Restoring Hope Through Safe Housing

Every home provides vulnerable families with safety, dignity, and renewed hope for the future.

Testimonials

Stories of Hope and Transformation

Supporting OWAID has been a meaningful experience. Their commitment to helping orphaned children and widows with long-term solutions gives me confidence that every donation truly makes a difference.

Sarah M. Monthly Donor

The dedication and compassion shown by the OWAID team are truly inspiring. It's encouraging to see an organization focused on restoring hope and creating lasting opportunities for vulnerable families.

David R. Volunteer

Partnering with OWAID has shown me the importance of sustainable support. Their work in housing, education, and healthcare is changing lives and strengthening communities.

Grace L. Community Partner

OWAID's mission to serve widows and orphaned children is both inspiring and impactful. Their transparent approach and genuine care make them an organization I'm proud to support.

Michael T. Supporter