Luis Alberto Mendoza Barajas & Marisela Lopez Rios have long dreamed of giving their two daughters a safe, decent home and are working hard to make that dream a reality. Today they live in an apartment with mold, electrical issues, pests, and other safety concerns. Until they found Habitat for Humanity, they were unable to find an affordable alternative for their family. Because of their limited savings, no realtor would work with them to find a home on the open market, and rental housing in Contra Costa County has become...

Since the fires hit Northern California this fall, California has been faced with an overwhelming crisis!    NOW, the massive Southern California fires have continued to burn for two weeks without relief and have affected over a 100,000 Californians! Prior to these fires, new housing for low-to moderate-income families was already a significant challenge in California.  It is now critical for affected communities to prioritize rebuilding. Our local affiliates and volunteers will serve a critical role in rebuilding these communities once the fires are contained.  Please...

Affiliate will now serve the San Fernando, Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys LOS ANGELES (Dec. 1, 2017)—Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) is pleased to announce the expansion of their service territory to encompass the San Fernando, Santa Clarita and Antelope valleys portions of Los Angeles County effective immediately. Recently, Habitat for Humanity International, the global organization’s headquarters office based in Atlanta, awarded Habitat LA the additional service area after the previous Habitat organization in the area announced it had merged with a veteran-focused nonprofit. “We thank...

Jurupa Valley, CA – The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and Habitat for Humanity Riverside held a public ceremony today to break ground on 26 new homes for low-income veteran families. The CalVetREN (Residential Enriched Neighborhood) program offers permanent affordable home ownership and family enrichment services, while ensuring the veterans’ home loan payments don’t exceed 35% of their monthly income. Each CalVetREN development includes wraparound services such as financial literacy, trauma-informed care, and proven positive outcomes. The homes themselves will be built by Habitat for Humanity Riverside and the...