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August, 2016  // Posts published in August, 2016

Posted by in Community Events, Veterans Build | Comments Off on Bank of America Charitable Foundation Donates $50,000 in Support of Veteran Build Project.

Bank of America Charitable Foundation Donates $50,000 in Support of Veteran Build Project.

Bank of America Charitable Foundation Donates $50,000 in Support of Veteran Build Project.

On August 24th, 2016, representatives from Bank of America presented Habitat for Humanity Riverside with a check for $50,000. Habitat Riverside will use the funds towards the building of a community of 26 single family homes for qualified veterans and their families on land in Jurupa Valley that has been vacant for many years. “In […]

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Posted by in Fundraising | Comments Off on Your Groceries can Help Build Homes!

Your Groceries can Help Build Homes!

Your Groceries can Help Build Homes!

Without spending an extra dollar out of your pocket, you can raise money for Habitat Riverside while grocery shopping by participating in the Ralphs or Food 4 Less Community Contribution Program! Re-register or sign up using your Ralphs or Food 4 Less rewards account and up to 4% of your total purchase will be donated […]

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Posted by in Fundraising, Habitat Family Support, Volunteers | Comments Off on It is that Time Again! Ralphs and Food 4 Less Reward Card Re-Registration

It is that Time Again! Ralphs and Food 4 Less Reward Card Re-Registration

It is that Time Again! Ralphs and Food 4 Less Reward Card Re-Registration

Without spending an extra dollar out of your pocket, you can raise money to support Habitat for Humanity Riverside’s projects while grocery shopping! By linking your Ralphs or Food 4 Less Rewards Card with the Community Contribution Program, Ralphs and Food 4 Less will donate 1-4% of your purchase to a participating charity of your choice. Participants using Ralphs […]

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Posted by in Community Events, Fundraising, Riverside ReStore | Comments Off on Habitat for Humanity Supports Sister Affiliate Destroyed by Recent Fires in Lake County

Habitat for Humanity Supports Sister Affiliate Destroyed by Recent Fires in Lake County

Habitat for Humanity Supports Sister Affiliate Destroyed by Recent Fires in Lake County

WHAT HAPPENED? The Clayton Fire in Lake County, CA started on August 13th. As of this writing, the fire has destroyed over 300 homes, businesses, and other structures, including the Habitat for Humanity Lake County offices.   HOW YOU CAN HELP! Shop at the Riverside ReStore on Saturday, August 27th when everything in the store […]

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Posted by in Events, Habitat Family Support | Comments Off on Habitat Homeowners Learn Important Home Repair and Maintenance Skills

Habitat Homeowners Learn Important Home Repair and Maintenance Skills

Habitat Homeowners Learn Important Home Repair and Maintenance Skills

Families who work with Habitat for Humanity Riverside help build their own homes alongside volunteers. Often times, the responsibilities of homeownership can seem challenging for first-time home buyers. To prepare families for long term success in our programs, we offer supportive services and classes to transition families into homeownership. On July 30th, new Habitat homeowners, as well as established homeowners that have been […]

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My Life as an AmeriCorps VISTA Member- Julianna

My Life as an AmeriCorps VISTA Member- Julianna

As I wrap up my year of service, I have been reminiscing about all the wonderful experiences I’ve had. I had the opportunity to participate in a wall-raising and two dedications. I helped with the Over the Edge fundraiser, traveled to Colorado for the Build-a-Thon, to Alabama for the National Service Leadership Conference, and most […]

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Posted by in Community Events, Habitat Family Support | Comments Off on Symbolic Groundbreaking for the Hicks family with Jack and Jill of America, Inc.

Symbolic Groundbreaking for the Hicks family with Jack and Jill of America, Inc.

Symbolic Groundbreaking for the Hicks family with Jack and Jill of America, Inc.

Jack and Jill of America, Inc. has adopted the Hicks family, providing funding for the home, volunteers, and in kind donations to support  as they go through the process of purchasing a home through Habitat for Humanity Riverside’s upcoming CalVet REN Community in Jurupa Valley. In addition to purchasing a safe and affordable home, the Hicks […]

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Posted by in Fundraising, Habitat Family Support | Comments Off on DCH Subaru of Riverside spreads the love by supporting local safe and affordable home opportunities.

DCH Subaru of Riverside spreads the love by supporting local safe and affordable home opportunities.

DCH Subaru of Riverside spreads the love by supporting local safe and affordable home opportunities.

On July 29, 2016, DCH Subaru of Riverside presented Habitat for Humanity Riverside with a check for $8,077.50! This generous donation will help further Habitat for Humanity Riverside’s vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live by bringing safe and affordable home opportunities for families in our communities. This donation was […]

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Posted by in AmeriCorps | Comments Off on A Year to Be Grateful for: Stephanie Morales, AmeriCorps National Member

A Year to Be Grateful for: Stephanie Morales, AmeriCorps National Member

A Year to Be Grateful for: Stephanie Morales, AmeriCorps National Member

Now that my AmeriCorps year has ended, I wanted to say thank you to all of Habitat for Humanity Riverside’s board members, staff, volunteers, and supporters for your hard work as you continue to invest in this organization. Your dedication to such a wonderful cause is inspiring and encouraging. In this past year, I have had the […]

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