Life Slows Down in the Summer and so do Donations but the Need Continues
For many people summer unofficially ends on Labor Day weekend. However, that doesn’t mean they stop visiting national parks or that the beets and wheat don’t need to be harvested. Nomad who work these summer jobs stay until snow closes the roads or the harvest is finished.
Right now, thousands of people are work camping at national parks, harvest sites, and campgrounds — stretching thin paychecks, navigating extreme heat, and living with the reality that one breakdown or emergency could unravel everything. Please Donate
An E-Fund grant recipient named Robin said it best: “Your response to offer help gave me the calm in my heart to slow down and take a moment.” That calm is what HOWA provides — and it’s only possible because of supporters like you.
Your gift supports three critical HOWA programs:
·The Emergency Fund (eFund)— Direct grants up to $1,500 for safety-related repairs, towing, food, and fuel. In 2025, we helped 39 people with over $10,000 in emergency assistance. Summer demand is high — and we want to be ready.
·In-Person Caravans — Volunteer-led gatherings that bring nomads together for connection and mutual support throughout the season.
The Rubber Tramp Rendezvous (RTR) — Our free annual gathering in Quartzsite, AZ draws 3,500+ nomads for workshops, community, and connection. Planning for our January 2027 event is already underway, and your gift will help cover vital expenses that make this free event possible.