A1DesignBuild is a builder and remodeler of high performance homes in Bellingham and Whatcom County, WA.

Road2Home - Doing the Good Work in Whatcom County

For Less than a Cup of Coffee…

You too can help the homeless. Our nonprofit A1ANDALL reflects our dedication to funnel our cooperative's success back into the neighborhoods that have nurtured and supported us - and this winter we are focused on helping Road2Home build houses for the homeless throughout Whatcom County.

Our worker-owned cooperative has pledged to allocate 10% of our annual Net Income before taxes to ignite positive change within Bellingham and Whatcom County. But you can also help, for less than what it costs to buy a cup of coffee. Donate Today.

Our Current Project for Road2Home

Launched in 2019, Road2Home exists to support individuals experiencing homelessness—adults aged 18 and older, many of whom are 55+ and medically fragile. Road2Home is dedicated to walking alongside people and helping them stabilize, heal, and rebuild their lives - built on respect, understanding, and the belief that everyone deserves the chance to thrive in a safe, stable home.

Road2Home operates two core programs designed to meet both immediate and long-term needs. At Gardenview Tiny Home Village, located at Woburn and Lakeway in Bellingham, 35 individual units provide transitional housing and safety for those on their way to permanent homes. On-site case managers work closely with each guest to identify barriers, set achievable goals, and take the next steps toward lasting stability.

Through their Ally Program—the only one of its kind in Whatcom County - Road2Home recruits and trains community volunteers who are paired with clients to offer steady companionship and help with the daily responsibilities of life. The program also extends to outreach efforts to unsheltered individuals living on the streets, in cars, or in encampments and offering them survival essentials such as tents, sleeping bags, warm clothing, food, and hygiene kits, while connecting them to shelter, medical care, and other vital services.

We all know that housing is an issue in Bellingham and beyond. The economics just don’t make sense for a lot of people, and many are struggling just to put a roof over their heads.

But there is a very simple solution: build more housing. We can go on and on about other solutions, but this one is simply the most obvious and the most effective. Bar none. In fact, you can read their 2024 Impact Report here.

You can help our nonprofit A1andALL support this mission. Especially as we approach the holidays, consider giving someone the gift of a warm place to live, where they can safely store their belongings and use this as a launch pad for better things.

For the price of a cup of coffee, you can truly make a difference for those in need in our own community.

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Stay tuned to this space for regular updates and heartfelt accounts of how your support is making a difference. What we’ll share:

  • Latest Initiatives: Find out about our current projects and how they are benefiting those in need.

  • Success Stories: Read powerful accounts of how contributions are changing lives and strengthening our community. For a breakdown of past projects that have impacted our community, visit us here.

  • Events: Get information on upcoming fundraisers and events that you can participate in or support.

Get Involved

Your support is instrumental to the success of our charitable work. Here's how you can help:

  • Donate: Every penny contributes to good works. Your donation can be a catalyst for profound change, and we’ll provide you with a report on what that change was. No fluff, just results.

  • Spread the Word: Share our mission with friends and colleagues. Awareness is key to our collective success.

  • Volunteer: Join our passionate team of volunteers in various community projects.

  • Share Ideas: Have a cause you think we should be involved in? Let us know!

Contact Us

For inquiries, partnerships, or more information on how to contribute, please contact us at A1andAll@a1designbuild.coop or visit us at our main office. We’re open to one and all.

Together, we can create a legacy of kindness and build a stronger, more resilient Bellingham and Whatcom County. Join us in making a difference—one project, one donation, one volunteer hour at a time. Thank you for being the change that drives our collective journey forward.

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