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About Us

OUR STORY

Meet Our Founders

Founded by Dana LaBerge and Blake Anderson, Refuge Homes is a team driven by a deep passion for seeing lives and communities transformed. Dana and Blake have dedicated their lives to creating housing where vulnerable individuals can find refuge and rebuild their lives. With a shared vision, they lead Refuge Homes in its mission to steer the transformation of neighborhoods for the benefit of those who need it most.

Dana, smiling in blue polo shirt

Dana LaBerge

CO-FOUNDER

Dana spent 14 years serving as a pastor before beginning a new chapter in North Carolina with his family. After working as a COO for a company that flipped over 100 houses in 8 states, he started his own real estate investing business. God has grown these business ventures over the last eight years and he now manages over $17m in a mix of private & commercial capital. He has a genuine passion and desire to help people break cycles and step into what God has designed them for. Dana is married with 3 children.

Smiling headshot of Blake

Blake Anderson

CO-FOUNDER

Blake has 20 years of experience in the construction industry, with over 15 years as a licensed general contractor.  As a true entrepreneur, Blake has a gift for seeing the way forward. He enjoys building businesses and creating systems that serve people well. Blake is passionate about helping people get to the next level in whatever it is they are pursuing. He and his wife, Hope, have been married for 18 years and have three children. Ultimately, Blake’s mission is to help people move from suffering to success.

People conversing outside Refuge Homes groundbreaking

Our Mission

To help 2,000 families break the cycle of generational poverty and fulfill their purpose abundantly.

What We Do

Refuge Homes operates through a well-defined process that ensures maximum impact:

Property Acquisition

We identify and acquire properties in targeted neighborhoods.

Partnerships

We collaborate with nonprofits and ministries to provide housing for their program participants.

Develop Property

Properties are developed to create safe and welcoming homes.

Support

Our partners offer support services, ensuring that residents have access to the resources they need to thrive.

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