Van Builds – Homes on Wheels Alliance

Part 4 – Journey of an Astro Van

02/15/2022
Time for an update on Barbara and the Astro van! After waving goodbye to all of the volunteers at the HOWA van build in October 2021, Barbara began her journey as a nomad by visiting friends and boondocking…

By Karen, 3 yearsFebruary 15, 2022 ago

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Items Needed for a Minivan Home

Minivans are a good choice for full-time living or weekend getaways. They are one of the most economical cars to buy, get good gas mileage, are easy to park and drive…

By Karen, 3 yearsNovember 5, 2021 ago

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Part 3 – Journey of an Astro Van

10/26/2021
It’s finally time for the Astro van to become a Home on Wheels for a deserving recipient! Barbara has been couch surfing in the homes of friends and family for several months.

By Karen, 3 yearsOctober 26, 2021 ago

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HOWA Vehicles

10/15/2021
Between Summer 2019 and Fall 2021, HOWA has purchased or has been gifted 16 vehicles. Eighteen people, on the edge of homelessness, have been granted vehicles as their homes on wheels.

By Suanne Carlson, 3 yearsOctober 15, 2021 ago

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Part 2 – Journey of an Astro Van

10/01/2021
After a thorough inspection by Silver Star Auto, the Astro van, rolling smoothly on new tires, was ready for the next step – the installation of a hightop by Fiberene! Once again the donors, Richard and Amy…

By Karen, 3 yearsOctober 1, 2021 ago

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Part 1 – Journey of an Astro Van

09/14/2021
A wonderful donation has come to Homes on Wheels Alliance in the form of a 1999 Chevy Astro van! Astro vans are very reliable mechanically, have good ground clearance, and a surprising amount of interior space for a vehicle that’s under 16 feet in total length.

By Karen, 3 yearsSeptember 14, 2021 ago