Summer | 2023

VetREN QUARTERLY

A Spotlight on Veteran Enriched Neighborhoods®

WELCOME HOME!

Congratulations to the families who moved into their new homes in our Palmdale Veteran Enriched Neighborhood® last month! After months of dedication and commitment towards enrichment programs and sweat equity, these families are now first-time homeowners. Thank you to all of our generous donors, thousands of volunteers, event attendees, community partners, subcontractors, and many more who made their dreams come true. The move-in day was made extra sweet with generous gift cards from the Assistance League of Antelope Valley, beautiful handmade wood flags from Richard Dunbar, a plethora of home needs from the Palmdale Elks Lodge #2027, dishwashers from the Katz Foundation and other thoughtful gifts. Welcome home families!

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Annual Rainbow Build

Homes 4 Families is proud to announce our 5th Annual Rainbow Build on September 30, 2023. Join us in supporting the building of veteran homes while we build the spirit of community, understanding and friendships. Our Annual Rainbow Build engages neighborhoods, corporations and the LGBTQA+ community in Homes 4 Families mission to build resiliency, economic growth, neighborhoods, and homes for veteran families.

Construction Update

The homes in Phase 3 of Palmdale Veteran Enriched Neighborhood® are advancing quick. The third phase is in the process of the drywall and driveways being installed. By the end of August, the next eight homes will have their exterior walls painted and completed.

Following Phase 3, foundations for Phase 4 have been poured!

Donate here to help us continue to build the Palmdale community

Family Services

Fishing With a Mission

Last month, our veterans spent the entire day deep-sea fishing on a privately owned and operated sport boat in Channel Islands. Fishing with a mission helps foster new friendships and bonds. Veterans started the morning with wellness breathing exercises to center them and prepare them to catch big fish! Thank you to our wonderful Board Member, Bob Niesner, for sponsoring this amazing excursion for our veterans.

Upcoming Events

Rainbow Build 2023

Join us in supporting the building of veteran homes while we build the spirit of community, understanding and friendships. This build brings people together to not only build homes, but to learn about housing issues impacting the LGBTQA+ community and Veterans.

Click here to sign up for September 30, 2023

Over the Edge 2023

With adrenaline taking over, join us in Over the Edge 2023 by rappelling down the roof of the 25-story Universal Hilton Hotel located at the world-famous Universal Studios Hollywood.

Click here to sign up for October 28, 2023

Funder Spotlight

First Citizens Bank

Thank you to First Citizens Bank and three of their senior leaders, Malinda Fernando, Shawn Kamrava, and Rans Tenorio who visited Homes 4 Families to deliver a contribution! The Bank is dedicated to reinvesting in low-and moderate-income communities and neighborhoods of color to help grow vibrant and diverse communities. We know this is the start of a great partnership!

Our Sponsors

Our most heartfelt appreciation to the sponsors who make it possible for us to continue serving our veterans:

RISE/GTI Grows

Lockheed Martin

Skylight Foundation

US Bank

High Desert Medical Group

Stater Bros. Charities

Homebuyer Applications

We are currently accepting applications for veterans to join our Palmdale neighborhood. If you or a Veteran you know may qualify, please visit our website.

We are now accepting applications for veterans to join our North Hollywood neighborhood!

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Hard Hats for Heroes

Our simple, recurring monthly giving program allows you to donate a small amount that adds up meaningfully!

After just one year:

$10 a month will buy a family window

$25 a month will buy a front door

$50 a month will buy cabinets for a Veteran's kitchen

Join the club

21031 Ventura Blvd., Suite 610 Woodland Hills, CA 91364 | (818) 884-8808

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