Helping Hands, Inc. — Current Projects
University & Sustainable Housing Village in Lufkin, Texas
Lufkin, Texas · $15 Million DevelopmentHelping Hands, Inc., a Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is developing the Helping Hands International University and the Helping Hands Housing Village in Lufkin, Texas.
The project is designed to serve children, families, and community members by providing educational opportunities and quality housing for those facing housing challenges and economic hardship. The development focuses on education, housing stability, community support, leadership development, and creating opportunities for future generations.
Two Projects, One Site
Education and Affordable Housing on a Single Campus
Helping Hands International University
An educational and training center dedicated to helping children and young adults pursue educational advancement, leadership development, life skills, vocational training, and community service.
Planned to include
- Classrooms and lecture halls
- Library and learning resource facilities
- Technology and computer learning centers
- Educational and leadership training programs
- Community meeting facilities
- Student gathering and study areas
- Administrative and support offices
- Multi-purpose educational facilities
Helping Hands Sustainable Housing Village
Developed to assist individuals and families who have experienced housing challenges and need safe, stable, and affordable housing opportunities. The village is planned to include approximately 50 residential units.
Planned to include
- One-bedroom homes and cottages
- Two-bedroom homes and cottages
- Community green spaces
- Walking paths and landscaped areas
- Community gathering spaces
- Environmentally responsible and sustainable design features
The housing program will prioritize qualified individuals and families based on established eligibility criteria and housing needs.
What It Takes
Project Budget Summary
Helping Hands International University
$7,500,000Helping Hands Sustainable Housing Village
$7,500,000How You Can Help
Buy-A-Brick Campaign
Supporters may participate in the Helping Hands Buy-A-Brick Campaign to help fund the construction of the university and housing village. Choose a sponsorship level below.
Every sponsored brick helps create educational opportunities for children and helps provide safe and stable housing for individuals and families facing housing challenges. Together, these projects will create a lasting legacy of education, opportunity, and community support for future generations.
Your support helps build a future of education, opportunity, and stable housing for the children, families, and community members of Lufkin, Texas and beyond.
Also in Planning
A Proposed Cultural and Sustainable Center in Texas
HHI Global Cultural Sustainable Educational Center
A Cultural and Sustainable Center in Texas
The proposed Educational and Cultural Center is in the early planning stages and is envisioned for 682 acres in Texas. The project would begin with a small pilot and grow to include spaces for education, filmmaking, cultural programs, and hospitality. Green building practices and landscaped grounds are part of the plan.
View the Proposed Project