FAQs

What does Revashay Mean?

Revashay is a Hindi word रेवषय meaning subject matter, a matter presented for consideration in discussion, thought, or study. The main topic. A theme. A motive. A purpose. What matters. The main thing.

What is reGenesis Village?

reGenesis Village will be a master-planned community of permanent affordable housing created for our neighbors transitioning out of chronic homelessness together with mentors volunteering to live in community.

How can someone get involved or volunteer?

We welcome volunteers and supporters to join us in our mission—please contact us through our website to learn more about opportunities.

Since you are faith-based organization, will residents of reGenesis Village be required to participate in faith-related activities in the community?

There will be opportunities for neighbors to participate in faith‑based activities within the village, but participation will never be required. Although Revashay Ministries, Inc. is a Christian faith‑based organization, our first priority is the inherent dignity of every human being—including their dignity of choice.
As part of our commitment to maintaining tax‑exempt status, we do not and will not discriminate against anyone.
We welcome all people into this community—our homeless neighbors seeking stability and those who desire to volunteer, serve, or walk alongside the neighbors living in the village.

What is the definition of chronic homelessness?

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Chronic Homelessness is defined as living in a place not meant for human habitation, a safe haven, or an emergency shelter for at least 12 months (or at least 4 separate occasions in the last 3 years, as long as the combined occasions equal at least 12 months) and having at least one disability.

What differentiates our approach from other housing solutions?

After researching various models to address homelessness, we have decided to replicate the model created by Mobile Loaves and Fishes Community First! Village in Austin, TX. This model goes beyond providing housing while also empowering the surrounding community into a lifestyle of service with the homeless.

How does Revashay Ministries assist homeless individuals?

We are creating a pathway to permanent affordable housing within a supportive, master-planned community designed to promote healing and restoration.

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes, your donation is tax deductible. Revashay Ministries, Inc. is a a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Will a potential resident need to be free of drug and alcohol addictions in order to qualify to live in reGenesis Village?

As a replicator of Mobile Loaves & Fishes’ Community First! Village, reGenesis Village has adopted the Community First! model, which aligns closely with the Housing First philosophy. Both approaches recognize a simple truth affirmed by Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: a person’s most basic physiological and safety needs—such as stable housing—must be met before higher‑level healing, growth, and recovery can take place. Lifesaving services like drug or alcohol rehabilitation are far less effective when an individual is still living in survival mode.

It is counterproductive for someone to complete rehab or receive other vital services only to be released back onto the streets. Revashay Ministries emphasizes community and relationships at every stage of creating reGenesis Village, because housing alone is not enough. Belonging, connection, and shared life create the environment where true transformation becomes possible.

Finally, the possession and distribution of controlled substances is against the law. Everyone living in reGenesis is expected to abide by three rules:
1) Pay Rent
2) Obey Civil Law
3) Obey Community Rules