After just 4 days of work, the house is complete!  The transformation is amazing and the family could not be more excited.  The team is proud to have contributed in a small way to this life changing project.  

Our week in this wonderful community culminated with smiles all around. Especially from two VERY happy families! The transformation of the house is dramatic and can be seen instantly, and the benefits to their health, security, dignity and ability to work and study will continue to grow far into the future. Thank you to Volunteer …

It's hard to describe the joy that everyone felt after such a successful week! JJoy Volunteer Jenny receives a bracelet, recently blessed by local monks, from the new homeowner. The sense of community was amazing.

Before the family officially moves in, another blessing takes place. Monks from the local temple as well as a spiritual advisor pray for the health and safety of the family in their new home. The team provided housewarming gifts to welcome them home and the entire community attended this important ceremony.

This family lives on property shared with their parents, who already have a clean water well.  In order to provide even more health benefit, we donated a Bio-Sand Water Filter to the family.  Reducing contaminants in water used for drinking and cooking results in improved health.  

An exciting element of the new home is a solar panel!  The system powers 2 lights and a ceiling fan.  It also provides charging capability for mobile phones and tablets.  The family benefits not only from reduced electricity bills, but with a reliable source of light, children are able to spend more time studying and perform better in …

After the floor is secure, an interior wall is installed.  This home consists of two rooms. The front room is a porch with shutters that can be closed during stormy weather. The back room contains two windows and has a door which can be locked - providing this family with security for themselves and their belongings …

When the sun gets too hot….find a job in the shade!  There really is something for everyone on a trip with Volunteer Building Cambodia.  No matter your age or physical ability, YOU can contribute.  JJoy Volunteer Marion works with neighbors and family members to sand shutters for the new home. They accomplished a lot but laughed together even …

In addition to a house, this team also built a sanitary latrine. This greatly improves family’s lives by reducing illness and increasing personal dignity.  The latrine is detached but very close to the house.  Here, JJoy Volunteer Jenny constructs the walls with compressed earth blocks, rebar and mortar.