Help Elsewhere By Design Turn Homes Into Hope

At Elsewhere by Design, we believe home should be a safe, supportive, and nurturing place for everyone.

For families in transition, an empty or unsafe home is more than just uncomfortable—it is a daily reminder of instability. Without a nurturing space, children struggle to feel secure, mothers struggle to heal, and families struggle to move forward.

Why Does Elsewhere by Design's Work Matter? 

Elsewhere by Design transforms those empty, overlooked, or chaotic spaces into safe, beautiful, and functional homes. By creating rooms that inspire peace, joy, and dignity, we give families the foundation to heal, rebuild, and design new beginnings.

Most families in transition cannot afford many of the basics when they are struggling to obtain or maintain their homes. Community agencies may provide housing—but rarely the resources to make a house feel like a home. That’s where the gap remains wide, and that’s where we step in.

As we refresh homes, we also connect families to resources and networks that empower their future and help transform their lives. And when families are stronger, the whole Roanoke Valley grows stronger — with more stability, less strain on community resources, and more opportunity for everyone.

Help Us Transform Lives!

You can help close this gap. A gift of $50 helps us style a child’s bedroom with warmth and safety. $100 supports creating a cozy living room where a mother can rest and reconnect with her children. With your contribution, families who once lived in survival mode can finally breathe, dream, and thrive.

When you give, you become part of the Elsewhere story. You’ll receive heartfelt updates and photos of the spaces you’ve helped transform. More than that—you’ll see the ripple effect of your generosity: families stepping into stability, neighborhoods strengthened, and a community reimagined through the power of home.