Through relationship and accountability, the mission of the Dream House is to provide young adults facing difficult challenges the opportunity to overcome barriers, heal from the past and grow in their God-given identity, laying the foundation for a fulfilling life.
How do we achieve our Mission?
We operate two programs to achieve our mission. Our primary program is our Supportive Housing Ministry in which we provide housing and supportive services for up to 5 young ladies and 3 children. We also support up to 10 other young adults and 10 children in the community through our Support Program. Male and female, these individuals and their children can benefit from relational support and encouragement which we provide to them in a myriad of ways.
-Positive environment to call home
Free independent living with daily support and encouragement
-Healing from the past
Opportunities for encounters with Jesus that will offer healing and freedom
-Discovery of their God-given identity
A deep look at their personalities and life experiences to gain a clear picture of who God created them to be and the specific call on their life
-Skills needed for a successful future
Life, job, financial, relational, and drivers skill training and transportation assistance based on each residents needs and desires
-Accountability to pursue their dreams
Guidance in setting goals and pursuing daily action plans
Applying to The Dream House
Residency Applications
Our supportive housing program is currently at capacity. We do not expect any vacancies until most likely the beginning of 2026. Our apologies. As we grow, we hope to be able to serve more people!
While we are not accepting applications, you can still review the eligibility guidelines to see if it would be an option for the future. Read over the Eligibility & Overview Flyer. If eligible or if you are unsure and would like to ask any further questions, please contact Anthony at: Email: anthony@padreamhouse.org
Dream House 1st Birthday!
The Dream House first opened it's doors in March of 2020. This video is a visual journey of our first year!
Newsletters
You can read all the way back to our humble beginnings!
We need your help!
Prayer Partner:
Prayer is powerful and is foundational to everything that will happen at The Dream House.
Would you like to become a prayer partner and receive specific prayer request that you can continually be lifting up on our behalf?
To become a Prayer Partner, email Shannon Shelly at: shannon@padreamhouse.org
Financial Support:
We are so appreciative for our financial supporters. In order to guarantee sustainability, and provide a safe, encouraging environment for these young ladies, monthly support is needed! All donations go towards creating and maintaining a special place for lives to be transformed. All gifts are tax deductible. Become a monthly supporter or give a one-time gift to the Dream House by using the Donate button below or mailing a check made out to:
The Dream House
1323 State Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103
PA Dream House, Inc. EIN #87-1985490
To find out more about being a financial partner, or sign up to participate in any of our events, please email Anthony Shelly at: anthony@padreamhouse.org
We look forward to partnering with you to help make Dreams come true!
Dream House is now on Benevity!
Is your employer one of the 900+ who participates with Benevity to support Non-profits? If so, you can make contributions that are matched to double your support!
Contact Information:
You can contact us at the following email addresses:
Ministry Director: shannon@padreamhouse.org
Administrative Director: anthony@padreamhouse.org
Volunteer Coordinator: nancy@padreamhouse.org
Tangible Items Needed at The Dream House:
-Toilet Paper
-Paper Towels
-Dish Soap
-Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes
-Laundry Detergent
-$5 or $10 Gift Cards to Dunkin Donuts
It all started with a DREAM...
Anthony and Shannon Shelly bought their duplex home on State Street in April 2018. They now reside in one half of the house and have dedicated the other side to The Dream House. Before Anthony and Shannon were even married, God planted a dream on their hearts of starting a residential ministry for single moms or people in recovery. From their years of inner city ministry at Bethesda Mission Youth Center and Center for Champions, they learned that in order to see a wholistic transformation, people need to be immersed into a positive environment. God placed a burden on their hearts for the lost and broken and a deep desire to see them healed through a relationship with Jesus. They also both had a heart for the fatherless and began praying and slowly pursuing foster care. As they began that process, Shannon felt drawn to the older girls who would never get adopted. She tucked that away in her heart only for it to resurface when the complete vision for The Dream House came to her. They discovered that one in four PA youth who "age out” of the system experience homelessness, struggle with mental health challenges such as depression, substance abuse, and anxiety disorders, with nearly one in four youth having been arrested since leaving care. Anthony and Shannon's hearts' desire is to create a place where young women who recently aged out of the foster care system or are battling homelessness can find healing through a relationship with Jesus, discover their dreams, and have the freedom and accountability to see them become reality. The Dream House was originally formed as The Capital Area Dream House in August of 2018. We initially were operating as a "DBA" of another organization with the help of Richie Lewis and the Capital Area Dream Center. In January of 2022, we branched out and formed our own 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, PA Dream House, Inc. We are so grateful for the help of Richie and the Dream Center during our launch phase and we are excited that God has opened the door for us to form our own organization! Thank you so much to everyone who has supported us along the way!
Dream House Renovations
During the entire year of 2019, the Dream House underwent a dramatic renovation process. This was a perfect picture of the transformation that can happen when people come together and do something special. In this same way, we seek transformation for each young lady who resides in the house. Each supporter helps make this transformation possible!
