Transparency and Accountability

We believe donors should be able to see how Ohana Communities plans to use the resources entrusted to us.

Below you’ll find our preliminary development budgets, projected operating costs, and nonprofit financial documents. These estimates will continue to be refined as we secure a site, complete design work, and move toward construction.

capital development budgets

Estimated Total Project Cost

Based on our current planning assumptions, we estimate the first Ohana Community will require approximately $8–10 million to acquire and develop the site, construct the homes and group residences, and complete the shared infrastructure and community improvements.

These figures are preliminary and will be updated as land, design, engineering, and construction costs become more defined.

Land Acquisition Budget

Our current planning assumption is approximately 2 acres of land at an estimated value of $400,000 per acre, for a total projected land cost of $800,000.

A donated or partially donated site could significantly reduce the total capital required and allow more donor funds to be directed toward construction and community development.

Community Development Budget

This portion of the budget covers the infrastructure needed to turn the property into a functioning community—including roads, utilities, grading, drainage, landscaping, site improvements, and other shared improvements that serve the homes and group residences.

residential construction budget

Projected Annual Operating Costs — One Group Home

The figures below represent our current estimate of the ongoing annual cost to operate one Ohana group home after construction is complete.

These operating expenses are separate from the $8–10 million capital campaign to acquire land and build the first Ohana Community. They include staffing, utilities, insurance, maintenance, food, transportation, administration, and other costs associated with supporting residents and operating the home.

This portion of the budget covers construction of the individual homes and group residences that will make up the first Ohana Community.

Our current estimates are based on preliminary building sizes and construction costs and will be refined as architectural plans, site conditions, and contractor pricing become more specific.