Building Hope : Ending Homelessness
Documentary
a film by Richard Kane and Melody Lewis-Kane
One of the worst societal traumas of this century “BUILDING HOPE: Ending Homelessness” puts a face on those experiencing homelessness and tells us it could happen to anyone. But there is hope. We can all make a difference.
"... it really nailed down all of the complexities of the unhoused, and the variety of solutions, told with the powerful honesty of individuals." Allison Hepler, Maine legislator
“… told with compassionate honesty” Jane Field, Maine Council of Churches
“…Full of dignity and community.” Alison Lovejoy, Preble Street
“… a moving, informative, and inspiring documentary.” Bonnie Tai, professor College of the Atlantic
This powerful documentary shines a light on the human stories behind Maine’s homelessness crisis—stories of loss, resilience, and the possibility of change. From families displaced by the pandemic, to survivors of domestic violence, to people rebuilding after incarceration, Building Hope shows both the barriers and the breakthroughs in the fight for stable housing.
Featuring voices from community advocates, state leaders, and those with lived experience, the film explores the root causes of homelessness and highlights real solutions—from affordable housing investments to wraparound support services—that offer a path forward.
Join us for the screening and a panel discussion to learn, connect, and discover how together we can build hope and end homelessness—across Maine, New Hampshire, and beyond.
Moderator:
Kara Rodenhizer - Director of Home for All
Panelists:
Emily Flinkstrom, Co-founder of Mainspring, Executive Director of Fair Tide
Michele Meyer, Maine State Representative
Anna Kay Vorsteg - Executive Director of Cross Roads House
Nick Taylor - Executive Director, Housing Action New Hampshire
ABOUT MAINSPRING:
Mainspring is a collaborative social service hub, co-founded by Fair Tide and Footprints, and designed to make it easy for individuals and families to get the support they need. By bringing partners together under one roof, offering centralized intake, and providing coordinated care, Mainspring seamlessly connects community members to essential resources that support every aspect of well-being.
ABOUT HOME FOR ALL:
Home for All (HFA) is a diverse coalition of more than 90 organizations and community leaders working to ensure that everyone in the Seacoast has access to safe, affordable housing. Serving York, Rockingham, and Strafford Counties, HFA brings partners together across state lines to prevent homelessness, reduce housing instability, and expand options across the full housing continuum, from emergency shelter to homes affordable for working families.
Free Reservation | $15+ suggested donation
Please be sure to reserve your seat (at no cost). Donations can be made in person on the night of the screening.