Mission
Builders Without Borders organizes workshops and supports projects aimed at building affordable, sustainable housing using natural materials like straw and earth. They provide hands-on training, create educational resources, and work with underserved communities around the world to empower local builders.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2003
EIN
20-0551131
Total Assets
$15.4 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
Showing 3 of 5 goals
At a Glance
Permaculture Project in New Mexico
Developing a permaculture site with educational spaces and community kitchen.
Strawbale Eco-house
A demonstration strawbale house exhibited at the U.S. Botanic Garden.
Rebuilding in Nepal
Promoting sustainable rebuilding solutions using local materials after the earthquake.
Impact Stats
6
Countries Supported
Global Project Reach
Supported construction projects across multiple countries including Mexico, Israel, South Africa, and Nepal.
10
Projects Supported
Educational Resources Fund
Donated training manuals and educational materials to tribes and communities in need.
3
Houses Built
Strawbale Houses in Haiti
Completed several straw bale houses as part of the sustainable rebuilding efforts after the 2010 earthquake.
Past Events
BWB Natural Building Workshop
2023-04-15
Two-weekend course on natural building techniques, including strawbale construction.
Strawbale Eco-house Exhibition
2008-06-01
Exhibition of the Strawbale Eco-house at the U.S. Botanic Garden.
Haiti Rebuilding Workshop
2011-03-01
Hands-on training for rebuilding efforts in post-earthquake Haiti.
Upcoming Events
Natural Building Techniques Workshop
2023-05-20
Join us for a two-weekend workshop to learn about strawbale and earth building.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Strawbale Construction Workshops
Hands-on workshops teaching sustainable natural building techniques.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Building Project Volunteer
Join our teams on building projects worldwide and learn skills in natural building.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Working with Builders Without Borders has allowed me to share knowledge and empower communities globally."
Matts Myhrmann
Natural Building Expert
"The workshops provided invaluable experience in sustainable building and community engagement."
Catherine Wanek
Participant
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
44
28
/100
Program Expense Ratio
99.88%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.05117
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 251.6K | 100.00% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 251.6K | 100.00% |