Volunteers and family on a completed wheelchair ramp

Transforming Homes, Restoring Hope

Every project tells a story of community, compassion, and transformation. See the tangible impact of what we accomplish together.

Where We Make a Difference

Every project type, every life transformed

Wheelchair Ramps

Restoring independence

127lives changed

45 projects45%

Home Repairs

Safe and secure homes

89lives changed

30 projects30%

Accessibility Mods

Aging in place with dignity

43lives changed

15 projects15%

Elderly Care

Supporting our seniors

31lives changed

10 projects10%

Total Impact

290 Lives Changed

through 100 completed projects

Community Moving Assistance

Community SupportHousing Support

Helped Ms. Sandra Chaney and her grandson move with the support of local partners.

Moving assistance provided • 5 volunteers • Partnered with Morning Star Storage

"We couldn't have done it without you."

— Ms. Sandra Chaney

Home Repair & Restoration

RepairsCommunity Support

Repaired roof leaks and restored drywall for families in need.

Drywall repaired • Roof leaks fixed • 2 families helped

"Helping one family at a time, make a difference in our community."

— Open Vessels Core Value

Porch Handrail Installation

AccessibilityCommunity SupportRepairs

Built a custom wooden handrail for a back porch to assist a husband and father recovering from a stroke, providing essential support and stability.

1 handrail built • Accessibility improved • 3 volunteers

"No matter what we get to do, we consider it a privilege to be able to serve our community."

— Open Vessels Team

Wheelchair Ramp Assistance

RampsAccessibilityCommunity Support

Built a small access ramp for a family to help a mother easily enter and exit her home.

1 ramp built • 2 volunteers • Accessibility improved

"It’s always wonderful to be of help to those in need no matter how small it is."

— Open Vessels Team

Single Mother Groceries Support

Community Support

Provided groceries to a hardworking single mother to help make ends meet during a difficult time.

Grocery support provided • 1 family helped

"So good to be blessed to be a blessing."

— Open Vessels Team

Tree Code Violation Cleanup

Community SupportRepairs

Helped a family resolve a city code violation by removing a massive amount of tree debris.

1 violation resolved • 3 volunteers

"It's because of you we were able to help."

— Open Vessels Team

Access Ramp for Double Amputee Mother

RampsAccessibilityCommunity Support

Built a new access ramp for a double amputee mother raising her young son, making it easier to get in and out of her home.

1 ramp built • 5+ volunteers • OKC Fire Department partnership

"Thank you David Nortan for providing the funds and thank you to our Amazing OKC Fire Department for caring for our community."

— Open Vessels Team

Mrs. Kathleen Ann Shelton's Wheelchair Ramp

RampsAccessibilityElderly Care

Built a wheelchair access ramp for Mrs. Shelton who is dealing with stage 4 cancer and a heart condition.

1 ramp built • 3+ volunteers • 1 day

"The least we could do was help her enjoy her beautiful front yard by making it easier to get in and out of her front door."

— Open Vessels Team

Miss Sarah Mann's Moving Day

Community SupportHousing Support

Helped a single mom move into her new home, bringing hope and stability to her family.

8+ volunteers • 1 day of moving

"We are extremely grateful for all the help and being able to be a blessing to Sarah."

— Open Vessels Team

Miss Beatrice's Wheelchair Ramp

RampsAccessibilityElderly Care

Built a custom wheelchair access ramp for a 94-year-old resident who had been waiting since November.

1 ramp built • 5+ volunteers • 1 day

"Today was a really good day for openvessels. God is good and a family was blessed by Him and everyone who has donated to Open Vessels."

— Open Vessels Team

Bathroom Renovation for the Epperson Family

RepairsCommunity Support

Complete bathroom renovation and re-piping for a family in need.

1 bathroom renovated • 3 partners

"Thank you to all of our donors for making this possible."

— Open Vessels Team

Wind Storm Fence Repairs

Community SupportRepairs

Repaired fences for elderly residents after severe wind storms.

5 fences repaired • 1 month

"It's heartbreaking but it's all part of service to our community."

— Open Vessels Team

Sally Olivia's Dishwasher

RepairsCommunity Support

replaced a broken dishwasher for a long-time supporter.

1 appliance replaced • 1 supporter helped

"Thank you for supporting OpenVessels so that we get to continue to help great people."

— Open Vessels Team

A Fridge for Mario's Family

RepairsCommunity Support

Provided a new refrigerator for a family that always gives back.

1 appliance provided • 1 family blessed

"It was wonderful to see the joy on their faces."

— Open Vessels Team

Ms. Hill's New Home

Housing SupportCommunity Support

Helped Ms. Hill move into her very own apartment with the support of local partners.

1 new home • 3 partners

"It was great seeing her joy."

— Open Vessels Team

Stranded Family Rescue

Community Support

Rescued a single mom and her babies stranded in 102-degree heat with a dead battery.

1 family safe • Emergency Response

"These gorgeous kids were all the thanks I needed."

— Joey

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