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January Newsletter - In This Issue
 
Construction at Palm Terrace, our first affordable rental project in Lindsay, is making great progress! The 50-unit housing development is designed to be highly energy-efficient and will feature one-, two- and three-bedroom units, a vanpool program, playground, resident services, and community building with a computer lab. 
JOIN OUR TEAM
We're hiring a Community Development Specialist to assist rural communities primarily in the Northern San Joaquin Valley with obtaining safe drinking water and sanitary disposal systems. The position is based out of our Madera office. In addition, we are hiring an Administrative Analyst for our Real Estate Development program who will be responsible for researching funding opportunities, housing policy issues, and support project management.

We also have an ope ning for a Community Development Project Tech to support our Community Development program and Construction Superintendent  for the north service area (Fresno and north). The superintendent is responsible for the training and supervision of mutual self-help housing participants in the construction of their new homes .

We offer great benefits including year-round, stable work; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K; paid holidays; and more.
HOMEOWNERSHIP & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASSES
As the San Joaquin Valley's only Homeownership Center, Self-Help Enterprises helps families navigate housing options through the  Gateway: Homeownership Education Program. Through the program, Self-Help Enterprises offers homeownership preparation classes as well as free financial management, home preservation workshops and program orientations throughout the year. 

Below are our upcoming classes and orientations:

Program Orientation
Join us to learn about our homeownership programs including the Gateway: Homeownership Education program, self-help housing, homebuyer assistance, housing rehabilitation, and financial management/credit repair.

Date: Tuesday, February 6
Time: 6 pm
Location: Bear Creek Apartments, 1509 N. Plainsburg Road, Planada
Cost: FREE


Preparing for Homeownership
The class prepares you for the home buying process, including how to secure a mortgage loan, and provides information about down payment assistance opportunities. 

Date: Saturday, February 10
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Location: Self-Help Enterprises, 8445 W. Elowin Ct., Visalia 
Cost: $ 75 for the first individual and $25 for each additional borrower on a loan. Class fee includes one-on-one budget counseling. 


Financial Management: 
My Money, My Credit
This interactive class will give you the tools to set a realistic spending plan, trim expenses, understand how to use credit wisely, and learn how to identify unnecessary spending in order to achieve your financial goals. 

Date: Saturday, February 17
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Location: Highland Garden Apartments , 2423 N. Highland St., Visalia
Cost: FREE


Home Preservation Workshop
This class cover repairs and maintenance, budgeting for life as a homeowner, and maintaining homeownership. Activities will show you ways to respond to challenges that may arise as well as how to make informed decisions as a homeowner.

Date: Monday, February 26
Time:  5 pm - 9 pm
Location: Self-Help Enterprises, 8445 W. Elowin Ct., Visalia 
Cost: FREE

A list of additional classes and orientations are available hereTo register or for more information, please call (559) 651-1000
OUR IMPACT
With quality affordable housing and community development as the platform, Self-Help Enterprises impacts hundreds of lives every year.
DORIS "DO" DOOLEY SCHOLARSHIP
Self-Help Enterprises is accepting applications for the Doris "Do" Dooley academic scholarship. The scholarship, named after Self-Help Enterprises' former Board member and dedicated friend of the organization, was established to assist the children of Self-Help Enterprises' participant families who are pursuing their dreams of higher education.
  
This competitive academic scholarship is available to students whose families have participated in one of our programs and who plan to enroll full-time in a vocational or trade school, community college or four-year university. Learn more about eligibility and download the application here. Scholarship applications are being accepted through March 30, 2018.

Since 1997, Self-Help Enterprises has awarded 117 scholarships totaling $93,750 to deserving students. 
CONNECT WITH US
Are you curious about what's happening at Self-Help Enterprises? Here are a few ways you can connect with us:
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  • Website: Our user-friendly website includes information about all our program, as well as videos, photo galleries, press articles, and how you can volunteer with us. 
     
  • Blog: Our blog features the latest program information and success stories. Read our blog here
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