Following a whirlwind of activity last month, April found us celebrating Mother Earth and more. With greener homes and affordable energy solutions, we’re committed to protecting the planet all year long. April also ushered in a multitude of spiritual celebrations from Easter and Passover to Ramadan and Ridván. Leaders from Habitat LA’s faith coalition share their inspiring messages of hope, home, and community. Last—but never least—we're tipping our hardhats to the Habitat LA volunteers. From build sites to the ReStores, thank you for all you do... Happy National Volunteer Month! |
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A homeowner turns to Habitat LA
How we helped her build back better and greener
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In celebration of Earth Month, we’re shining a solar-powered spotlight on Habitat LA’s ongoing commitment to the environment as we build and repair.
When a wildfire damaged her house and disrupted her life, homeowner Dana M. lost the safety and security that a home provides. Our Disaster Recovery program team stepped up with eco-friendly solutions.
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Habitat for Humanity International Conference 2022
Build More. Serve More. Be the Change.
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Earlier this month, Habitat for Humanity representatives from around the world gathered in Atlanta, GA for the international affiliate conference—with more than 25 Habitat LA staff attending in person and virtually. Several Habitat LA leaders presented at the conference on a diverse array of topics.
President and CEO Erin Rank addressed conference attendees in her role as co-chair of a national committee; her inspiring presentation encouraged a deeper partnership between Habitat for Humanity International and all United States affiliates, large and small, to further advance our global impact.
Dr. Dinesa Thomas- Whitman, Vice President of Programs presented “Racial Equity in Neighborhood Revitalization,” a conversation centered around how we elevate a community through a DEI lens, while Isabel Lee, Chief of Staff co-presented "Un-design the Redline," which addressed the legacy of redlining and other discriminatory practices. Angy Smith, SVP of Retail Operations spoke about her team’s success using social media and merchandising to drive growth and sales. Amongst the more than 700 ReStores nationwide, all three Los Angeles stores rank in the top 10 for gross revenue.
At one of the most highly attended presentations, Darrell Simien, SVP of Community Development and Patrick Sunpanich, Sr. Director of Government Affairs spoke about leveraging the community work we do with local government officials to acquire additional land and funding for affordable housing in Los Angeles County.
In the coming months, we’ll be sharing more information on the history of affordable housing in Los Angeles and why this work is more important than ever. Stay tuned!
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Scenes from the home dedication
Celebrating with those who helped it happen
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Earlier this month, Habitat LA and partners shared the joy of two new homeowners as they received the keys to their new homes in South Los Angeles. We’re deeply grateful to Thrivent and several local churches for sponsoring these homes, along with more than 10 companies that provided financial or gift-in-kind support to make the homes a reality.
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Energized by Edison
How we’re partnering to build greener homes
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PHOTO: MARIA HEDRICK; VIDEO: JOSEPH FOULK |
While Southern California Edison supports affordable housing through Habitat LA, the collaboration doesn’t end there. SCE not only helps low-income families achieve the dream of homeownership—it also advances our collective clean energy goals through innovative building and maintenance.
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Celebrating a month of spiritual holidays
Habitat LA’s faith coalition members offer messages of hope
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Habitat LA’s Director of Faith Relations shares how we’re bringing faith leaders together to serve in ministry—not only during the holiday seasons but all year long.
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Reuse, reduce, recycle
Tips you can use to make every day Earth Day!
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Did you know that since 2004, Habitat LA ReStores have diverted more than 13 million pounds of usable goods from landfills? And when you donate your unwanted items to a ReStore, they’re given a second chance at life. Your new or gently used goods could help furnish a home—or become someone’s next craft project!
Funds generated from the sale of your generous contributions directly support Habitat LA’s mission to provide decent, sustainable, and affordable housing.
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Calling all Kendra Scott jewelry lovers!
Don’t forget: Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th
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Whether you’re shopping for Mom—or yourself—you can give back when you buy. Visit Kendra Scott at The Point in El Segundo for an in-store giveback on May 5—or join our Kendra Scott virtual giveback online shopping event May 5 and 6!
Use code GIVEBACK-BJTTA and 20% of your purchase will be donated to Habitat LA.
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Habitat for Humanity: Homecoming Party!
Get a sneak-peek at the spring issue of Drew + Jonathan Reveal Magazine
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We’re doubly excited for new Habitat LA homeowners Cynthia and Valdemar! They and their two sons will soon be moving into their new home—and they’re featured in the latest edition of Drew + Jonathan Reveal Magazine! Their home is part of the Millennium Development in Long Beach, a community build that Scott Brothers Drew and Jonathan worked on last fall.
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Each April, Habitat for Humanity launches its Home is the Key campaign to remind everyone of the importance of home and to remind our larger community that we need their support to help more families in need of affordable housing.
Everyone deserves the security and stability of a decent home that they can afford. Home should be a refuge, a safe place to rest, to make memories that will last a lifetime, to watch children grow. But, for too many, that isn’t the case. There isn’t any one obstacle to affordable homeownership; it can be a disaster or an unexpected diagnosis, entrenched discrimination, or an unfolding financial crisis. But there is one key to unlocking a brighter future: home.
And that’s why we work to break down barriers and bring people together—to tear down those obstacles and build a world where everyone, no matter who we are or where we come from, has a decent place to live. A safe, decent, and affordable place to call home can free a homeowner from financial instability, from stress, from having to make impossible choices between essential needs. A safe, decent, and affordable home can create opportunity and open a world of possibility, a world of equity, of fairness, of better health and stronger communities. Together, we can build that world.
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OUR MISSION
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
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OUR VISION
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
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