Est. 2011 — Trussville, Alabama

Design. Empower. Ignite.

Engineering solutions that empower the local church and ignite disciple-making movements around the world.

2011
Year Founded
250+
Pastors Equipped
10+
Countries Served
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God-Given Talent as a Tool for Mission

Designs For Hope was birthed from the desire to use God-given talents as a tool for mission. Our organization was started by engineers, designers, and other talented technical people for the purpose of making both spiritual and physical impacts in the world's poorest areas.

"We understand our unique ability to solve difficult problems for local churches in the developing world."

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DFH field work
Est. 2011 Serving the world's poorest areas

How We Serve

Everything we do flows through three core commitments — Design, Empower, and Ignite. Together they form a complete model for sustainable mission.

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Pillar One

Design

Engineering practical solutions to water, energy, and physical need — tailored to each unique community and context.

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Pillar Two

Empower

Mobilizing churches, businesses, and individuals to sponsor projects, support pastors, volunteer, and go on mission.

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03
Pillar Three

Ignite

Fanning the flame of the local church so they can ignite their communities with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Where We Work

We serve partner churches and communities across three continents — each with unique needs, unique challenges, and a unique opportunity for the gospel to advance.

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Africa
Uganda, Kenya, and beyond
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Asia
South Asia and Southeast Asia
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Central America
Guatemala, El Salvador, and beyond
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Where DFH Works
Jesus Harvesters Ministries

The Designs For Hope team brought their expertise on this very successful clean water project; however, it was their emphasis on ministering beyond clean water by reaching out into the community through local churches that had the most significant impact for the Kingdom. We are very thankful for our friends at Designs For Hope!

Jeremy
Jesus Harvesters Ministries
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ADDIE Design Process

One Size Does Not Fit All

Our international partners have difficulties and challenges unique to their location and communities. That's why we use A.D.D.I.E. — a comprehensive design process that evaluates each problem based on culture, needs, sustainability, and leadership.

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Analyze — Understand the unique context and need
D
Design — Develop an appropriate solution
D
Develop — Build and refine the solution
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Implement — Deploy the solution in the field
E
Evaluate — Measure real and lasting change
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Join The Tribe.

Donations from our monthly donors help sustain the ongoing work of empowering and equipping disciple-makers in the developing world. By meeting the physical and spiritual needs of the communities where our partners live and minister, we open the door for gospel conversations.

Are you ready to invest in eternity?

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Monthly giving creates
consistent, lasting impact.

A Top-Rated Christian Charity

We're serious about making your money count. Every dollar given to Designs For Hope is stewarded with accountability, transparency, and a commitment to maximum impact in the field.

26-4785463
Charity Number
Est. 2011
Year Founded
100%
Gospel Focused
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Charity ratings and seals

Charity No. 26-4785463