ABOUT US

We Build For People

Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI) is a community-based non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life by providing affordable housing and related services to eligible families.

HISTORY OF AHSTI

Building Stronger Communities In The RGV

1970s

Foundations of Hope

AHSTI began its mission in McAllen, Texas, helping families living in substandard housing conditions — dirt floors, outhouses, and unsafe structures — find stability through affordable, quality homes. These humble beginnings laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to community transformation.

1980s

Building New Futures

The organization expanded from repairing homes to building new homes for low-income families. This decade marked a major step forward in AHSTI’s mission to provide safe, sustainable housing and empower families through ownership.

1990s

Expanding Our Community

AHSTI extended its services beyond McAllen and into other parts of Hidalgo County, bringing affordable housing opportunities to more families across South Texas. The organization’s impact began to ripple through neighboring communities.

2000s

Growth and Innovation

A new era of expansion began as AHSTI developed full subdivisions and became a HUD-approved counseling agency, adding financial education, lending, and homebuyer assistance programs. This period marked the organization’s transformation into a comprehensive housing resource for the region.

TODAY

50+ Years of Impact

After 50+ years of service, AHSTI celebrates helping over 4,700 families achieve their dreams of homeownership. With each new home, we continue to strengthen the South Texas community and shape a brighter, more equitable future.

OUR IMPACT

Changing Lives,
One Family at a Time

“I tell people 100% to go for it. You don’t know if you don’t try. Everyone that we interacted with was so helpful. The information they provide helps ease the nerves, especially the classes they offer, like money management and new homeowner classes.”

-The Vallejo Family
Mission, TX

OUR TEAM

AHSTI Leadership

Myra L. Martinez

President/CEO

Cynthia Torres

Executive Vice President/CFO

Aidee Castro

Vice President/Director of Lending

Tony Fernandez

Vice President/Construction Director

Janie Vela

Vice President/Director of Homebuyer Development

Mark Hernandez

Vice President/Director of Administration

Xavier Jimenez

Vice President/Director of Real Estate Services

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Board Of Directors

Brent Baldree

Chair

Sergio Melendez

Vice Chair

Lorena Castillo

Past Chair

Connie Garza

Secretary

Edna Martinez

Treasurer

Karen Valdez

Board Member

Piedad Martinez

Board Member

Gilbert Garza Jr.

Board Member

Rafael Mungia

Board Member

Rosie Ovalle

Board Member

Eliodora (Loli) Flores

Board Member

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Advisory Board

Jorge O'Cana, Jr.

Terri Sanchez

Gabrielle Espino

Juan Loya

Irma Peña

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH AHSTI

Ready to Own Your Home?

Take the first step toward homeownership with guidance and support from AHSTI. We’ll help you achieve homeownership and find an affordable, safe, and beautiful place to call your own.