In an inspiring display of community spirit, Dripping Springs Hometown Missions rallied to support Manny Hernandez, affectionately known as "Mr. Panda," to complete a much-needed roll-in shower after an accident impacted his mobility. Huge thanks to The Friends Foundation, Mighty Mike Plumbing, Sun Tile Corporation, and St. Vincent de Paul for their incredible support and partnership. Together, we are proud to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Read MoreHometown Missions was contacted by a family member asking for help with tree limbs still on top of Roy and Zulema Cordova’s home. Volunteers took on the challenge with skills and a lot of prayers to help this well-known and longtime Dripping Springs couple.
Read MoreHometown Missions, the DS Lions Club, and Dripping Springs Elite all worked together to build a ramp for two long time Dripping Springs residents. Over a couple of very warm days these volunteers provided a safe and secure ramp for a family in need and one of whom has been housebound since February.
Read MoreHometown Missions volunteers and the Young Men’s Service League stepped up on June 3rd to help a neighbor in need. A single Mom caring for a young adult autistic child just needed some help with extensive damage to trees surrounding their home.
Read MoreHometown Missions, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity and the Dripping Springs community, is thrilled to share the inspiring story of Sarah, a resilient woman who is experiencing a remarkable transformation in her life thanks to their collective efforts.
Sarah's story began in the fall of 2022 when Hometown Missions was contacted by a caring individual that knew her and her difficult living conditions.
Read MoreAfter the recent ice storm an old friend of Hometown Missions, Margaret Sprouse reached out for some help. The limbs over her home had damaged the roof and opened a hole into her bedroom. Hometown handled the repairs and then organized a tree remediation service day with the Men’s Group of Austin Ridge Bible Church. A lovely day of service!
Read MoreLongtime Dripping Springs resident Sonya Massey had been praying for an answer to the unsafe wheelchair ramp at the front door of her home. Sonya had fallen several times when navigating it in her motorized chair. Hometown Missions knocked on Sonya’s door after noticing the existing ramp and asked if they could build her a new safe wheelchair ramp. Along with impassioned volunteers, Hometown Missions constructed a ramp that best served her needs.
Read MoreAfter several years of hospitalizations and recovery the Appleman’s needed assistance with an ADA bathroom and closet. Bob and Penny’s hardship was the result of extraordinary medical expenses after Bob’s health setbacks from having both legs amputated below the knees. Hometown Missions gladly accepted this project to help these longtime residents of the Dripping Springs area.
Read MoreA long-term Dripping Springs couple had a home urgently needing to be ADA compliant. Victor was on dialysis and couldn’t physically navigate their home easily. The bedroom and bathroom were not functional for him. Minga recently had surgery and was recovering. Hometown Missions happily took on the project of making their house accessible and safe for Victor and Minga to thrive in.
Read MoreOur Fall 2018 project focused on a family with three children living in a home that’s frankly causing health problems for everyone in the house. In early November, we demolished this three-generation family residence and moved a mobile home on to their property.
Read MoreA local senior couple who live in the North 40 (near DS United Methodist Church) have a mobile home in desperate need of new siding. The husband is on dialysis and can't physically do this type of work. His wife has several jobs and is a hard worker. They saved up enough money to buy the siding, but recently had to dip into that fund for some unexpected medical bills.
Read MoreRead how Hometown Missions transformed a shack into a beautiful tiny home for a mom and her teenage sons.
Read MoreWith this family, Hometown Missions got its start. After losing her husband to a tragic car accident, Rocio and her five children find themselves in need of a new home.
Read MoreRead how Hometown Missions and a group of 40+ volunteers helped Pastor Jesus fix up his home.
Read MoreLiving in a camper trailer, Hometown Missions help a family move into a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home.
Read MoreAfter the 2015 Wimberley floods, Hometown Missions helped rebuild.
Read MoreHometown Missions helps rebuild a trailer park after a tornado hit.
Read MoreAn elderly couple gets a new home and leaves their mold-invested, trailer behind.
Read MoreSenior man finds himself living in the elements.
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