After selling his social media analysis company for a substantial amount of money, Canadian entrepreneur Marcel LeBrun, decided to use his new-found wealth to address homelessness in Fredericton, New Brunswick. With $4-million of his own money and another $12-million in grants and government support, LeBrun created the 12 Neighbours Community, a gated neighborhood of tiny homes with onsite resources to help homeless individuals get a fresh start.
The tiny homes, built in a warehouse with the help of skilled volunteers, feature all the necessary amenities, including a kitchen, living and bedroom areas, and a full bathroom. They also have solar panels on the roofs for sustainable energy. The community will eventually have 99 tiny homes, and LeBrun's vision is to offer those experiencing homelessness not only shelter but also a sense of responsibility and a supportive community.
While some critics say integrating homeless individuals into mainstream society is a better course of action, LeBrun believes that giving them ownership is the best way to achieve positive change. In addition to the tiny homes, the community features a coffee bar and silk printing business, and an enterprise center to help residents find job opportunities.
Source: GOOD NEWS NETWORK
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