Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay

Strategic Plan 2024-2027

Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay has released the Strategic Plan for 2024-2027. The Board of Directors and staff are deeply committed to the strategic vision and goals set forth in the plan. 

The plan includes three primary goals:

1. Increase the footprint of Habitat: Expand presence in Monterey County while maintaining existing development in Santa Cruz County.
2. Build organizational strength and resilience: Expand capacity and resources (financial, technical, and human resources) to increase development of affordable housing. 
3. Elevate advocacy and community engagement: Bolster Habitat’s reputation as a trusted leader and amplify its influence in crafting solutions that broaden affordable housing ownership opportunities.

2023 Impact Report

We have been busy!

Affordable Housing Month Event - May 21

Tour Habitat Homes and Meet the Homeowners

Join us on May 21, 5-7pm for a tour of Habitat homes in Santa Cruz. This tour will include an ADU, and three homes, where you will go inside to see the homes, meet the people who live there, hear about their housing journey and how the Habitat home has made an impact for their families.

There are 12 spots only - you must sign up in advance. We will hop on a small bus to take a tour of Habitat homes while hearing from Satish Rishi, Habitat CEO, about the housing developments you will see. We will finish at Rodeo Creek Court, where one home is still under development. Refreshments served.

You must RSVP to save your spot.

In Loving Memory of John Reisdorf

John J. Reisdorf, beloved Habitat volunteer, passed away March 15, 2024, at his home in Aptos, at the age of 82.

John was among a team of dedicated construction volunteers aptly referred to as the “Golden Hammer Crew,” a group of experienced, skilled volunteers who have assisted at Habitat build sites, side-by-side, each Tuesday (enticed by coffee and donuts), since the first Habitat home builds in Santa Cruz County, more than four decades ago.

For 30 years, John was employed at Mountain View Los Altos High School as a Drafting and Wood Shop Instructor. Soon after, in 2005, John began his service with Habitat, assisting with a home build project in Scotts Valley. He continued to volunteer at additional builds on Frederick St., Harbor Dr., a 7-home development on Los Esteros Ct., and Habitat’s current 11-home development, Rodeo Creek Court (RCC), on Harper St. As a respected, highly skilled member of the esteemed Golden Hammer Crew, John contributed thousands of hours of his personal time and talent in support of Habitat’s mission to provide housing to qualified low income families in our community.

Inspired by the American Arts and Crafts movement, John created unique, exquisitely crafted inlaid wood boxes. A keepsake box was presented to each RCC family to commemorate the dedication of their new home. The box housed the keys to their “Home Sweet Home.” A treasure, beyond measure.

May 8, at The Cocoanut Grove, the Golden Hammers will receive a Be the Difference Award from the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County. John will be recognized, in honorarium, as a member of this dynamic, extraordinary team, bound by camaraderie, jocularity, and a sense of purpose.

Habitat is grateful for John’s unwavering volunteer service. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to John’s wife, Judy, his children, Jill and Jack, and his many friends.

Surveying our Community to Help Improve Your ReStore Experience

Help us improve your ReStore experience by completing a quick survey! Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of our ReStore and ensuring we meet your needs. Whether you're a regular shopper, donor, or volunteer, your input matters. Share your thoughts on your shopping experience, donation process, volunteer opportunities, and more. Together, we can make our ReStore an even better place for our community. Take the survey now to have your voice heard! We are collecting responses until May 1.

Hucks Fore Homes

Habitat for Humanity Charity Disc Golf Invitational

June 8, 2024

Join us on June 8th for a day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and fundraising for Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay. This exciting event promises to be a memorable experience for disc golf enthusiasts of all skill levels.

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Taking place in Salinas at both the Natividad Creek Park Disc Golf Course and an exciting pop up temporary course at the First Tee Facility at Twin Creeks Golf Course, our PDGA XC-tier tournament invites players to test their skills on the courses while contributing to a worthy cause. Pros and amateur players welcome.

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Together, let's tee off for a cause and help build homes, hope, and brighter futures with Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay. We can't wait to see you on the course!