Connecting with civic leaders across California helps strengthen the partnerships that make affordable homeownership and stronger communities possible. In September of this year, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity strengthened its connections with local government leaders, community partners and civic organizations through its participation in the Cal Cities Expo in Anaheim, an important gathering that brings…
23 volunteer-driven events, multiple major milestones and homes taking shape across Altadena—all in just one month. Our work has attracted significant media attention, with KCBS, KABC, KNBC, KCAL, KTLA, Spectrum News and others covering the remarkable pace of recovery. “This is what happens when all the players align around a common goal,” said SGV Habitat CEO Bryan…
From furniture and home improvement finds to vintage treasures and unbeatable deals, there’s always something new to discover at Pasadena ReStore. Something exciting is happening at the San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Pasadena: more shoppers are discovering the incredible values, one-of-a-kind finds and ever-changing selection waiting inside. Lovingly referred to as the “best kept…
SGV Habitat CEO Bryan Wong steps into a statewide leadership role, bringing local experience, collaboration and lessons from the San Gabriel Valley to Habitat affiliates across California. In September of this year, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity strengthened its connections with local government leaders, community partners and civic organizations through its participation in the Cal…
College Corps Fellows gain hands-on experience while helping SGV Habitat build homes, strengthen communities and create lasting change. San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is proud to continue its strong partnership with Pasadena City College through the #CaliforniansForAll College Corps Program, expanding an already meaningful relationship into a new opportunity to develop the next generation of community leaders. …
More than 300 Home Depot volunteers came together to help raise the walls of a future home and move another Altadena family closer to returning home. Brookside Park in Pasadena became a construction site—and a powerful symbol of community recovery—when San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity and The Home Depot brought together 300 volunteers from…
On Tuesday, September 1, community members and friends gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 20th home being built in Altadena following the devastating Eaton Fire. The milestone is especially meaningful for Ranell, an Altadena resident who has called the community home since 1974. A longtime nurse who spent 34…
Join SGV Habitat in supporting Prop 1 and a more affordable future for families across our community. On November 3rd, Californians will vote on Proposition 1, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026. The $11.25 billion bond measure provides funding for affordable rental housing, homeownership programs, and veterans’ housing assistance, including resources for…
On August 18th, SGV Habitat’s Laura Ealy, Senior Director, Housing and Community, and Lauri Label, Housing Recovery Manager, attended the Resiliency Company Founders Forum, joining leaders and innovators working across the rebuilding, disaster recovery, and relief sectors. The forum provided an important opportunity to share ideas, build relationships, and learn from others who are helping…
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity had an exciting opportunity to connect with a new audience on Saturday, August 22nd, when Just Like Heaven Fest took place at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. Through a partnership with AEG and Be the People, Michael Bridges, Senior Director of Development, represented SGV Habitat at the music festival, continuing…