Our Story

After visiting Guatemala and experiencing the sub-standard living conditions first hand, we could not get the indelible picture of poverty out of our mind. In a country filled with breathtaking volcanoes, verdant hillsides, tight-knit families, traditions and pride, most of the indigenous people were living in squalor. The government programs to help the poor were, and continue to be, either ineffective, inadequate, or discriminatory.

A happy young family sitting together on the floor

News

June 21st: The Guatemalan Open

Join us for the 7th annual Gautemalan Open golf tournament at the beautiful White Tail golf course in Eganville Ontario

6 May 2025

Volunteer Testimonials

Cole (14 years old)

Volunteering with FHTHC was an excellent chance to go on vacation, have fun and help people in need

Cole

The Gift of Building a House near Antigua, Guatemala

I have volunteered with other organizations in Guatemala over the years, but this experience stands out as one of the best.

Guatemalan children holding hand held Canadian flags
Brenda

Reflections From Debbie’s First Build

How do you describe the feeling of giving a family a step up in their life? Of giving them a roof over their heads, and protection from the elements? It was the most amazing feeling. And one I wanted to have again.

Debbie Bell
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Howard Winters, Co-founder
Jeannelle Romain, Co-founder
Jack MacDonald, Owner Whitetail Golf Club, Ontario Region
Perri-Rae Boell, Cooperators Insurance, Ontario Region
Brenda Thomas, Director, BC Region
Deborah Bell, Director
Oscar Mejia,  Director, De Casas a Hogares, Guatemala

We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. To join our board or for additional information, please contact us at:

613-295-8618
34 Watchorn Drive, Box 241, Beachburg, Ontario K0J 1C0