HomeAid Northern Virginia, Builder Captain BOWA and Reston Interfaith have together changed the life of a single mom and her seven-year-old daughter, who just six months ago were homeless and struggling to make ends meet. Today, they’re living in a newly renovated transitional housing condominium with all new flooring, new kitchen cabinetry, sink, lighting, granite counter tops, microwave range hood, interior painting throughout and upgraded plumbing and electrical systems. BOWA and its seven trade partners also focused on improving the functionality and safety of the unit, installing combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and bringing the electrical system up to code.

This marks the eighth time that HomeAid has worked with Reston Interfaith to make much-needed changes to one of its transitional homes.

“Throughout our 25 years, BOWA has always tried to give back to the communities where we work, and HomeAid has been an excellent charity with which to partner,” said David Flyer, president and COO of BOWA. “Remodeling transitional houses offers an excellent opportunity for us to support those in need and serve our company purpose of ‘helping families improve their lives at home.’”

“HomeAid is known for changing lives, and when this humble and grateful mom signed the lease and received the keys to her new home, she was moved to tears,” said Nicole De Lima, asset manager, Housing and Community Development for Reston Interfaith. “And since Reston Interfaith only paid for about 30 percent of the costs, it allowed us to redirect thousands of dollars back into programs and services for our clients.”