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Change begins with a prayer: Ruminata’s story
Ruminata lives in a Batwa community in rural Burundi with her husband Gaspard, their teenage daughter, Pascaline (18), and two sons, Cédric (12), and Régis (10). For many years, their family survived by making traditional Batwa clay pots, which sell for only a few cents each.
How HOPE Invests in Parents to Empower Kids
Poverty doesn’t just limit a child’s present—it threatens their future. Around the world, 412 million children are living on less than $3 per day, lacking the essentials they need to grow, learn, and thrive (UNICEF, 2025).
A Home Business
When Diaconía asked entrepreneurs in Paraguay what they needed most, the answer was clear: better housing. For Antonia Perez, a new housing loan provided the opportunity to build a storefront at her home, grow her sewing business alongside her daughter, and create lasting impact in her community.
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BUILDER OVERVIEW
Our story began in the Willamette Valley in 1983 when Bev and Dennis Pahlisch broke ground on their first homes. As Northwest homebuilders, the Pahlisch Homes team has always been committed to creating lasting communities that reflect the local cultures and values. When we moved our operations to Central Oregon in 2003, this commitment didn’t change, it only expanded.
Project Leader:
Dan Pahlisch
President and Chairman of the Board
866.570.1442