We already own the land in Bailey, Colorado—a quiet, pine-covered haven in the mountains. Now we’re asking for your help to build a mortgage-free sanctuary where young people, rescued animals, and our family can finally feel safe, connected, and at peace.
In a noisy, disconnected world, too many young people feel lost. We want to give them (and animals in need) a place to heal: sitting in mountain air, beside a rescued dog, watching the peaks, and rediscovering their own quiet strength.
By crowdfunding this home, we’ll build it debt-free—no mortgage, no interest. With solar power and a private well, we’ll have zero monthly bills, freeing us to keep the doors open wider for those who need refuge most.
Every dollar goes straight to construction:
- Sustainable, mountain-grade materials
- Off-grid solar system
- Well and septic
- Safe animal enclosures and healing spaces (like a community garden)
Sanctuary Gift Catalog – Build Peace, Piece by Piece Even small gifts create something lasting:
- $25 → A Native Tree (shade and habitat for animals)
- $75 → One Square Foot of Framing (a literal building block)
- $200 → A Quiet Space Window (high-efficiency, mountain views)
- $500 → Septic System Permit (essential county fees)
- $1,200 → Solar Inverter (powers the home with no utility bills)
- $5,000 → Animal Enclosure Foundation (safe, permanent rescue habitat)
Transparent 2026 Budget (1,500 sq ft Sanctuary Home) Building off-grid in Bailey’s rocky terrain is challenging but worth it. Here’s the realistic breakdown:
- Site Prep & Permits: $15,000–$25,000
- Well & Septic: $30,000–$55,000
- Foundation & Framing: $70,000–$100,000
- Off-Grid Solar System: $18,000–$30,000
- Initial Animal Habitat: $10,000–$25,000
- Interior Finishes: $50,000–$120,000
The higher costs come from mountain rock, specialized equipment, and licensed pros needed for safety and county approval—but they ensure a resilient, bill-free home that can serve the community forever.
Your gift—$5 for nails or $5,000 for a foundation—helps create a permanent place of healing that belongs to the heart.
Thank you for helping us build a sanctuary where young people and animals can finally feel at home. Any amount brings us closer. ♡
