Hope under a Roof: Building Safe Shelters

| No One Down Relief Organization (NODRO)
| Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
| Registration number: 7509
| Bank Name: Bank of Abyssinia (BoA) Hayat Condominium Branch
| NODRO USD Bank Account: 219217595
| NODRO ETB Bank Account: 219217234
| SWIFT Code: ABYSETAA
| TIN number: 00949886173
| Email: nodeethiopia.org@gmail.com
| Tel: +251-967-105-147
| P.O. Box: 7520
| Our Ref No: NODRO/Global/March/2026/L.No.06
| Date: March 03, 2026

Project Report on

Hope under a Roof: Building Safe Shelters (70891)

Dear GlobalGiving Community,

Warm greetings from No One Down Relief Organization (NODRO).

We are pleased to submit our progress report for the project “Hope under a Roof: Building Safe Shelters”, an initiative aimed at providing safe and dignified shelter for vulnerable families affected by poverty, displacement, and housing insecurity in Ethiopia.

During this reporting period, our organization continued to work closely with local communities and stakeholders to improve access to safe housing, strengthen community resilience, and restore dignity to vulnerable households.

Project Overview

The “Hope under a Roof” initiative addresses critical humanitarian needs faced by vulnerable families who lack adequate shelter due to poverty, displacement, and natural or climate-related challenges.

The project focuses on:

• Construction and rehabilitation of safe shelters for vulnerable households
• Protection and dignity for women, children, and elderly family members
• Community-based housing support and local participation
• Strengthening resilience of families affected by poverty and housing insecurity

Through this project, NODRO aims to ensure that vulnerable families have secure, durable, and safe living environments that promote health, protection, and stability.

Key Achievements (December 2025 – February 2026)

During the reporting period, the project achieved the following milestones:

Constructed 42 safe shelters for vulnerable households in rural communities.

Rehabilitated 18 damaged homes belonging to elderly individuals, widowed mothers, and families affected by economic hardship.

Distributed emergency shelter materials (roofing sheets, timber, nails, and basic household materials) to 95 vulnerable families.

Mobilized community volunteers to support house construction through labor contribution and local material support.

Conducted community awareness sessions on safe housing practices and disaster risk reduction.

Early Impact & Beneficiary Stories

Restoring Safety and Dignity

Mekdes, a single mother of four, previously lived in a leaking shelter made of plastic sheets and mud walls. After receiving a newly constructed home through the project, she shared:

"During the rainy season my children could not sleep because water entered our house. Now we have a safe roof and strong walls. My children feel secure again."

Beneficiaries report:

• Improved safety and protection for children and elderly family members
• Reduced exposure to harsh weather conditions
• Improved health due to better living conditions
• Increased sense of dignity and stability within the community

Community Participation

Community members have actively supported the project through:

• Contributing local labor for house construction
• Donating locally available materials such as sand and stones
• Supporting vulnerable households during construction activities

This collective effort has strengthened community solidarity and shared responsibility for supporting the most vulnerable families.

Challenges Encountered

Despite encouraging progress, several challenges were encountered during implementation:

Rising construction material costs
Transportation difficulties to remote rural areas
Seasonal rainfall affecting construction timelines
Limited access to skilled construction labor in some communities

To address these challenges, NODRO has:

• Increased coordination with local administrations and community leaders
• Encouraged community-based construction support
• Adopted cost-efficient building approaches using locally available materials

Monitoring & Accountability

NODRO maintains strong accountability and transparency mechanisms through:

Field monitoring visits to construction sites
Community verification of beneficiary households
Progress tracking for each constructed shelter
Feedback meetings with beneficiary families
Regular reporting and documentation of project progress

Current Key Performance Indicators

60 shelters constructed or rehabilitated
95 families supported with emergency shelter materials
More than 420 individuals directly benefiting from improved housing
Strong community participation in construction activities

What’s Next? (March – June 2026)

In the coming quarter, NODRO plans to:

Construct 40 additional shelters for vulnerable households
Expand the project to additional rural communities with urgent housing needs
Introduce improved climate-resilient housing designs
Strengthen partnerships with local authorities and community leaders
Mobilize additional resources to scale the shelter initiative

Long-Term Vision

Our vision goes beyond providing houses. We aim to build secure and resilient communities where every family has access to safe shelter and dignity.

Through this project, NODRO seeks to:

• Reduce housing vulnerability among rural families
• Protect women and children from unsafe living conditions
• Strengthen community resilience against climate challenges
• Promote sustainable and community-driven housing solutions

Why Your Support Matters

A safe home changes lives.

Your support helps vulnerable families in Ethiopia to:

Live in safe and secure homes
Protect children and elderly family members
Restore dignity and hope
Build stability for the future

Impact of Your Donation

$100 helps provide shelter materials for a vulnerable family
$500 supports construction of a durable rural home
$1,000 helps build multiple shelters in one community
$5,000 supports a full shelter program in a rural district

Closing Appreciation

We extend our sincere gratitude to GlobalGiving and our generous supporters for making this life-changing work possible.

Your compassion and partnership continue to bring hope, protection, and dignity to families who need it most.

Together, we are building safer futures—one home, one family, and one community at a time.

With sincere appreciation,

Mrs. Woderyelesh Ashebir Belay
Executive Director
No One Down Relief Organization (NODRO)

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
nodeethiopia.org@gmail.com
+251-967-105-147

“Providing shelter today, restoring hope for tomorrow.”