HOPE Host Home FAQs
What is the HOPE Host Home Program?
The HOPE Host Home Program connects compassionate community members who have spare space with migrant individuals or families in need of transitional housing. It provides safe housing, assistance with work permit navigation, financial literacy for life in America, employment options, and most importantly, HOPE for the future.
I'm wondering if the space I have will work. What kind of “home” is eligible to be a Host Home?
Any spare room, basement, rental, ADU, or Airbnb can be offered for up to 90 days. Our program matches community housing options to migrants in need.
How can I get involved in the HOPE Host Home Program?
You can get involved by:
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Signing up to be a host home (call 211 to learn more and sign up!)
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Volunteering with Hope Has No Borders (opportunities will be posted to our social media pages. Check us out on Instagram and Facebook
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Making a donation to support the program Click to Donate
I'm worried I don’t have much time/money/knowledge to offer. What are the responsibilities of being a host home?
Host homes provide temporary housing, a safe and supportive environment, and assistance with basic needs and community navigation. Call 211 to learn more and answer our intake questions for HOPE Host Homes.
I want to help but I don't want to do it alone! What support do host homes receive from Hope Has No Borders?
Host homes receive financial assistance, structured leases, comprehensive case management support, and a full, well-thought-out matching process. Expectations will be discussed before any match is made.
I am a newly arrived migrant in Colorado. How do I get signed up to be matched into the HOPE Host Home Program?
As of May 1st, 2024 community members with spare space can call 211 to sign up for the program. When we have a launch date for migrants to call 211 and complete their intake form we will share that on our social media pages and here in this FAQ document.
Will everyone be background-checked?
Yes, all matched hosts and migrants undergo background checks. Additional checks can be requested by hosts upon matching.
What happens if I can no longer be a host or if the match is not working as expected for either the Host or migrant?
Leases include language for the best exit strategy, covering immediate removal, changes to the agreed-upon timeline, and emergency situations. We want this to be a comfortable and helpful situation for all involved so our case managers will help set expectations, resolve conflict, or address any concerns.
Can I donate to support the Host Home Program if I'm unable to host?
Absolutely! Your donation helps provide housing and assistance to newly arrived migrants. We cannot run this program without your support! Click to Donate
What is involved in the matching process?
Matches are made through a screening process considering compatibility and specific needs based on intake forms completed through 211 and conversations with both the Host and matched migrant(s).
What is included in the Empowerment Toolkit?
The Empowerment Toolkit includes resources for self-sufficiency, such as employment assistance, transportation, entrepreneurship support, and basic needs.
How does the HOPE Host Home Program contribute to community inclusion?
By providing a supportive environment and connecting newcomers with local resources and opportunities, the program fosters community inclusion and encourages support from community members.
