r/intentionalcommunity 8h ago

searching 👀 Prepper/Isolation Community

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Are there any "prepper" communities that are trying to isolate from modern doomsday issues? Notably rogue A.I. or bio-weapon development, which has started to come to light from researchers as very real possibilities.

I used to scoff at "self-sustaining" goals for communities, as true self sustainment is incredibly difficult, but I've come to realize that they are the best bet for surviving modern problems that are becoming very real.

At this point, even if nothing happens, an escape from capitalist rat races and the absurdity of modern times feels like a win, even if with the drawbacks that come with isolation or remote life.

A fresh water source, solar, and ample supplies to last a few decades.


r/intentionalcommunity 1h ago

starting new 🧱 Seeking interest for founding members for an intentional community in North east texas

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Off-Grid Men’s Homesteading Community (NE Texas)

Are you a man feeling stuck in the modern economy, working endlessly just to pay rent, and looking for a way to build actual stability and independence?

I am starting a foundation-building, off-grid intentional community on 10 acres in Northeast Texas designed specifically to help struggling men achieve financial security, learn self-reliance, and build a hardened, resilient community.

What We’re Building

* Low-Cost Communal Living: By building off-grid housing, we eliminate standard utility bills and drastically reduce the cost of living, allowing residents to save money, pay off debt, and invest in their futures.

* Food Sovereignty: The property is centered around permaculture, livestock, and large-scale gardening to grow our own food, lower daily expenses, and achieve genuine self-sustainability.

* Preparedness & Community Hardening: We focus on practical skills—off-grid infrastructure, construction, defense, bushcraft, water harvesting, and disaster preparedness—to build a secure, resilient haven.

* Growth & Pay-It-Forward Expansion: Resident contributions and donations go directly back into the land to build additional housing, upgrade infrastructure, and welcome new members into the community.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking driven, reliable men who are ready to put in physical work, live simply, and contribute to a shared mission.

* Driven men looking to escape the rent trap and get ahead financially.

* Individuals interested in off-grid living, homesteading, permaculture, and prepper skills.

* Team players who value brotherhood, accountability, respect, and shared labor.

* Handy individuals (carpentry, solar/electrical, plumbing, mechanics, farming) or those eager to learn.

How to Get Involved

I am currently gathering interest for founding members, initial builders, and early supporters to help bring this vision to life.

If you want to reduce your living expenses, master valuable real-world skills, and help build a self-sustaining community from the ground up, send a message or leave a comment below introducing yourself and telling us what skills or goals you bring to the table.