Our Why
At ICF Homes of Virginia, we believe in the value of homeownership and the importance of having a safe, secure space to call your own. For over 20 years, we have dedicated ourselves to building high-quality, safe, sustainable, and beautiful homes using Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), ensuring our clients enjoy a comfortable and long-lasting living space. We are passionate about not only building exceptional homes in Virginia, but also giving back globally. For every ICF Home we build in Virginia, we sponsor the construction of a concrete home through The 141 Project, helping families in need begin their homeownership journey. Our hope is to create lasting value, not only through the homes we build but also through the impact we make in communities around the world.
Listed below, are stories of 141 Project families, sponsored by ICF Homes of Virginia.
A Home for Edwin and Lidia: A Gift of Hope and Stability
“In the small village of El Rejón, Sumpango, a young family’s dream of having their own home is finally becoming a reality. Thanks to a generous donation from ICF Homes of VA, Edwin and Lidia’s family will receive their first-ever cinder block home—a place they can truly call their own.
Edwin, 22, and his wife Lidia, 25, live humble lives with their 4-year-old son, José. Life has been challenging for them. Edwin works as a mason’s helper, earning about $67 per week, while Lidia, a stay-at-home mom, sometimes works in farming for $9 a day. Together, they do everything they can to provide for their son and make the best of what little they have.
Until now, the family has lived in a small cinder block room that belongs to Lidia’s father. While grateful for the shelter, the space is not theirs. They have no proper kitchen—Lidia cooks under a simple tin roof, exposed to the elements. Edwin shared, “We would like to have our own home. For example, we would like to improve our kitchen, but we cannot because it doesn’t belong to us.”
That’s what makes this moment so significant. In honor of a recently completed project for their client, ICF Homes of VA stepped forward and donated toward the construction of a new home for Edwin, Lidia, and José. This gift not only provides a roof over their heads but also represents a fresh start for this young family—a place where they can create memories, find stability, and dream bigger for the future.
This cinder block home is a blessing in every sense. It marks the beginning of something new for Edwin and Lidia: a safe, dignified space where they can cook, live, and watch their son grow. It’s proof that even small acts of kindness can have a profound impact.
To the generous donors at ICF Homes of VA: thank you for being part of this story. Your compassion has turned hope into reality for a family whose lives will forever be changed.
A home is more than just walls and a roof—it’s a foundation for a brighter future. For Edwin, Lidia, and José, this is just the beginning.”
-The 141 Project
A Home for Irma: A Dream Come True
“Irma, a 28-year-old single mother, lives in the village of El Rejon, Sumpango, with her daughter, Sayli, who is 7 years old and in kindergarten. Irma, who studied up to the 9th grade, works as a day laborer in farming, earning just $6 per day. Currently, they reside with Irma’s parents in a room made of cinderblock with a concrete floor. However, this room has been given to her brother.
Irma’s parents have provided her with a piece of land where she plans to build her own home. This piece of land already has running water and electricity, which is a significant step towards her dream of having a space of her own. In their village, it’s uncommon for women to own land, let alone a house, making this a monumental achievement.
Thanks to the generous donation from David Phelps of ICF Homes, Irma is now able to build her very first cinderblock house. This support is making a profound difference in their lives, giving Irma and Sayli a place to call their own. Irma is incredibly excited and grateful for this opportunity, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to David Phelps for making this dream a reality.”
-The 141 Project
A Brighter Future for Josué and His Family
“Josué, a 28-year-old farmer with a 3rd-grade education, lives in the village of El Rejon, Sumpango, with his wife Olivia and their five children. Olivia, also 28, is uneducated but plays a crucial role in their household. Their children are Aura (11), Antoni (8), Dulce (6), Glendy (2), and Roxana (1).
Josué earns $7 per day from farming and supplements his income by growing and selling green beans at the local market. Despite his hard work, supporting his large family is challenging. Josué shared, “My salary is not enough to raise my family. I always look for other ways to earn money to provide for the needs of my wife and children.” Olivia, a stay-at-home mom, helps with the green bean harvest to contribute to the family’s income.
The family currently lives in three small rooms made of tin sheets with a porch and a dirt floor. One room serves as the parents’ bedroom, another as the children’s bedroom, and the third as the kitchen. These makeshift rooms offer little protection, especially during the rainy season.
Thanks to the generous donation from David Phelps of ICF Homes, Josué and his family will receive their very first cinderblock home. This new, sturdy construction will provide them with much-needed security and comfort. No longer will they have to worry about rain seeping through the roof or walls. The family is incredibly grateful for this life-changing improvement in their living conditions. Thank you, David, for making such a significant difference in their lives.”
-The 141 Project