Small Hands, Big Hearts One of the most rewarding parts of San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity’s Youth Volunteer Program is watching the next generation discover the joy of giving back. Through simple acts of kindness, young people are learning that they have the power to make a real difference in their community. Recently, Liam…
Every Message Becomes Part of Home. On July 14, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity gathered with homeowner Edna, staff, partners, and supporters for a Wall Signing Ceremony at her future home on West Mendocino Street in Altadena. The event marked another important milestone in the rebuilding process and celebrated one of Habitat’s most meaningful…
A Milestone for Recovery. A New Beginning for One Family. On July 21, 2026, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its 15th home for a family rebuilding after the Eaton Fire. Homeowner Louise and her family were joined by SGV Habitat leaders, community partners, volunteers, local officials,…
Win the One-of-a-Kind Fender Custom Shop Altadena Stratocaster® Built from Altadena. Built for Altadena. This guitar was created using wood from a historic Altadena tree that fell during the devastating Eaton Fire in January 2025. What was once lost has been transformed into something beautiful — a reminder that even after tragedy, there is still…
Rooted in Altadena: Music, Wood, and the Power of Rebuilding When the Eaton Fire swept through Altadena on January 7, 2025, homes and beloved trees were lost in the flames. It was a heartbreaking chapter for the community. Yet Altadena has never been defined by hardship — it is defined by resilience, creativity, and neighbors…
LA Clippers Team Up with SGV Habitat to Rebuild After the Eaton Fires San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity, The LA Clippers, Comcast NBCUniversal, Pechanga Resort Casino and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles have teamed up to launch a transformative community initiative aimed at rebuilding neighborhoods across Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley.…
Global Emergency Relief, Recovery & Reconstruction (GER³) San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity partnered with Global Emergency Relief, Recovery & Reconstruction (GER³) to support families in Altadena impacted by the Eaton Fire. Through this collaboration: GER³ provided licensed expertise in disaster response, including testing, smoke remediation, and debris removal. SGV Habitat led the next phase…
New beginnings for Mary For more than 40 years, Mary has called Altadena home. It’s where she raised her children and built her life. But when the Eaton Fires swept through the community earlier this year, her house was left badly damaged—and her future felt uncertain. “I didn’t know whether I was going to walk…
Three Homes. Three Generations. One Devastating Day. Forty-one years ago, Ken and Carol Wood were a young couple with two small kids—baby Jenine and her big brother, Ken Jr. Family meant everything, so they moved to Altadena to be closer to Carol’s parents. Carol’s parents bought a cozy home on Pine Street, and just a…
As wildfires continue to impact our community, we want to take a moment to let you know that you are in our thoughts. The safety and well-being of our neighbors, supporters, and volunteers mean everything to us. The Eaton Fire alone is currently estimated to have damaged or destroyed approximately 7,000 structures. San Gabriel Valley…