Cana Village creates lasting solutions with tiny homes, community, and support to end homelessness compassionately.
Homelessness is not just about the loss of shelter. The true cause of all homelessness is the profound loss of family. Cana Village will help build healthy relationships, restore community, equip residents with tools for independence, and create a place where every person can be known, valued, and empowered.
To provide housing, food, and a dignified path for the most vulnerable to grow into the community.
Our vision is for Community Unity: Uplifting the most vulnerable to play an integral role in the surrounding community
Our work is guided by a deep faith that calls us to love our neighbors and serve with compassion. These convictions shape everything we do, but our care extends to everyone, regardless of background or belief. We are rooted in values of compassion, integrity, empowerment, community, and respect. We approach every individual with empathy and understanding, seeking to bring hope and relief in times of need. We operate with transparency, honesty, and accountability, ensuring that our actions consistently align with our mission. We foster a sense of belonging and mutual support, recognizing the power of community in creating lasting change. Above all, we treat each individual with dignity, honoring their unique experiences and perspectives.
Solar and wind power will generate clean electricity, lowering utility costs and modeling solutions for future communities.
A large-scale farm will feed residents and the public, while teaching essential skills for independence and health.
Innovative growing systems and designed gardens will produce fresh fruits and vegetables year-round, regardless of soil or climate, while restoring soil health and mimicking natural ecosystems. Together, these approaches create food in harmony with the land.
Chickens, goats, and other small livestock will provide protein, dairy, and opportunities for residents to learn sustainable food practices.
Efficiently designed tiny homes will reduce energy use while maintaining comfort and dignity.
Resident-run enterprises like a thrift store, farm-to-table café, and public farmers market will recycle resources and create income streams that strengthen the community.
Take a glimpse into the future of Cana Village. This 3D rendering offers a first look at what our self-sustaining community could look like when compassion and innovation come together.
Cana Village is being built by Matthew’s Light, the nonprofit dedicated to serving the homeless in the Greater Houston area with compassion and dignity. We invite you to learn more about who we are, the work already changing lives on the streets, and how you can be part of our Outreach Team.
Tiny homes provide safe, eco-friendly shelter, offering residents stability, comfort, and dignity for lasting transformation.
Counseling, wellness, and training programs empower individuals to grow stronger physically, emotionally, and spiritually every day.
Shared activities and spaces create belonging, strengthen bonds, and build a supportive environment where residents thrive together.
We combine sustainable housing, renewable energy, and community farming to create a replicable model for nationwide change.
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