HODR strives to provide hands-on relief to survivors of natural disasters with maximum speed and minimum bureaucracy. Our projects focus on applying volunteer resources and expertise to communities affected by natural disaster; projects typically focus on rebuilding and community development.

Previous projects have included Thailand (2004 Southeast Asian Tsunami), USA (Hurricane Katrina), Indonesia (2006 Jogjakarta earthquake), the Philippines (Typhoon Reming), Peru ( 2007 Pisco Earthquake), Bangladesh ( 2007 Rayenda Cyclone), USA (2008 Arkansas tornado), USA (2008 Missouri Tornado), USA (2008 Iowa Flood), Haiti (2008 Hurricane Ike), and Arkansas (2009 Tornado).

Donations made to HODR are tax deductible.