Safe transitional housing
A planned temporary home where mothers and children can focus on stability while preparing for permanent housing.
Rooted in Waco. Built on hope.
A safe place.
A fresh start.
A pathway home.
Every mother deserves the opportunity to build a stable future for her family. Together, we’re working to make that future possible.
Waco & McLennan County, Texas
Small steps. Stronger families. New beginnings.
SAFE HOMES • STRONG FAMILIES • BRIGHTER FUTURES
Why we’re here
Stability starts with
a place to belong.
One Step Closer to Home is a developing nonprofit initiative supporting single mothers and their children facing housing instability in Waco and McLennan County.
Our mission is to work toward safe transitional housing and connect families with resources that promote stability and independence. We believe a fresh start grows stronger with encouragement, practical support and community.
Building our foundation
Our housing program is in development and is not currently accepting residents. We’re building the partnerships, resources and support needed to bring this vision to life.
Our housing program is in development and is not currently accepting residents. We’re building the partnerships, resources and support needed to bring this vision to life.
The future we’re building
More than a roof.
A foundation for what’s next.
Our planned approach brings housing and supportive resources together, helping families take meaningful steps toward lasting independence.
Connections that matter
Connections to community resources, counseling, childcare resources and employment and education support.
Tools for independence
Financial preparation, savings goals and move-in planning to help families prepare for their next chapter.
Help build the beginning
A stronger community
starts with us.
There is room for neighbors, businesses and community organizations to help bring this mission to life.
Let’s connect ↗Meet our founder
Delilah Owens
Founder & Executive Director
A long-held vision to support single mothers and children is becoming a community effort—one step at a time.
Become a community partner
Explore how your organization’s resources, services or expertise can support families and strengthen our foundation.
Share your time and skills
Connect with us about volunteer interests and ways to support our work as we prepare to launch.
Support essential needs
Ask about current supply needs and opportunities to contribute household items, personal-care products and family necessities.
Help our mission reach others
Introduce a potential partner or share our vision with someone who wants to make a difference in Waco.
A few things to know
Questions, answered.
Is housing available now?
No. Our transitional housing program is in development. We are not currently accepting residents or housing applications.
Who is the planned program for?
Our mission focuses on single mothers and their children facing housing instability in Waco and McLennan County, Texas. Final program details will be shared as launch planning progresses.
How can I help right now?
Contact us to discuss community partnerships, volunteer interests and current supply needs. We welcome conversations with people who share our vision.
Give toward a fresh start
Your generosity.
A stronger foundation.
Monetary gifts help build the foundation for our mission: safe transitional housing and supportive resources for single mothers and their children in Waco and McLennan County.
Shop our Amazon Wishlist
Give items through our Amazon Wishlist to support One Step Closer to Home and our mission for single mothers and their children.
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Make a monetary donation
To arrange a monetary gift or ask about ways to give, email One Step Closer to Home.
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Come together for our community
Events & community calendar
Join us as we build support for mothers and children, one step at a time.
● Community event · Select November 21 to see the donation drive.
Saturday · November 21, 2026
Community Donation Drive
Download the donation drive flyer ↓
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Central Time
Good Neighbor House
2301 Colcord, Waco, TX 76707
Help gather essentials for single mothers and their children. Bring clean, new or gently used clothing, shoes, toys, books, household items and unopened hygiene, cleaning or baby supplies.
Please bring items in clean, usable condition. Email us before bringing large items.
Let’s take the next step together
Help turn a vision
into a place to call home.
For partnerships, volunteer interests and ways to support our mission.
Email One Step Closer to Home ↗
onestepcloser2home254@gmail.com