Finding His Way: Kenneth Mason’s Journey from Isolation to Community


Kenneth Mason grew up in the ruggedly beautiful Scott Valley near Yreka, CA. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and forests, he spent much of his life outdoors, embracing everything nature had to offer.


“I used to be an avid sportsman,” Kenneth recalls. “Fishing, hunting, mountains, lakes—the mountain life.”


Those early years were filled with adventure and freedom. But life would eventually lead him down a very different path—one defined not by recreation, but by sacrifice..

CLICK TO WATCH & READ HIS FULL STORY ON OUR WEBSITE



Support the Mission 
of Affordable Housing

Providing sustainable housing for the Yuba-Sutter community is essential to our mission of ending homelessness—and stories like Kenneth's prove why this work matters. 


Your support helps provide safe, stable housing for families and individuals facing hardship. Every donation expands our ability to provide homes and respond to the growing need for stability and affordability across Yuba, Sutter, Glenn, and Colusa counties.


When you give, you’re doing more than helping people find a home—you’re building a stronger, more resilient community, one family and one neighborhood at a time.

Brand New Branding

We are thrilled to share that we have new official branding and signage for Life Advancement Center. This modern visual identity reflects our forward-looking mission, optimistic energy, and enduring commitment to community growth and support. 

Official signage to the side of the building and a stand-alone sign will make their debuts soon!

Go Freebirds!

On May 19th, Habitat colleagues and their families gathered to cheer on the Freebirds against the Long Beach Coast, even catching a moment with Willy the Chicken. A highlight of the evening was 5-year-old Bryden (pictured right), who busted out his best moves for the dance cam.

Family Services Update

Friendship Park Groundbreaking

United Way Resource Fair

The Family Services team has been hard at work helping families prepare for future homeownership opportunities while continuing to preserve existing housing throughout our community. 

We attended the Friendship Park Beautification Project Groundbreaking in Olivehurst and the United Way Resource Fair to bring our community all the resources and updates coming from Family Services.


Preparing Future Homeowners for Fernwood Meadows

Although applications for Fernwood Meadows are not yet open, our team has been actively scheduling and conducting pre-purchase housing counseling appointments with interested families. These one-on-one counseling sessions help prospective homeowners understand the homebuying process, review financial readiness, and identify any credit challenges or income barriers that may need to be addressed before applying.


By starting early, families have time to improve their financial position and strengthen their eligibility for future opportunities. We anticipate beginning application marketing for Fernwood Meadows toward the end of 2026.


Please note: Completion of pre-purchase housing counseling is a required step for all future Fernwood Meadows applicants. If you are interested in becoming a homeowner through Fernwood Meadows, now is the perfect time to begin preparing.


Home Repair Program Progress

In addition to preparing future homeowners, the Family Services team is working diligently to close out five home repair projects across two jurisdictions funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs. These repairs help preserve safe, decent housing for low-income homeowners while addressing critical health and safety concerns.


Coming Soon: Accessibility & Aging-in-Place Assistance

At Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter, we believe everyone deserves to live safely and independently in the home they love. That's why we're excited to announce that we are developing a new Accessibility & Aging-in-Place Assistance Program designed to help low-income homeowners remain safely in their homes as they age.


The program will focus on small but impactful accessibility improvements, including:


• Wheelchair ramp installations
• Bathroom grab bars
• Safety handrails
• Other minor accessibility modifications


These improvements can make a life-changing difference for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families caring for loved ones at home.

The program is expected to offer 0% interest Habitat repair loans up to $8,000, with projects completed through a combination of volunteer support and Habitat staff oversight.


We are currently finalizing program details and funding resources and look forward to sharing additional information soon. If you know someone who may benefit from accessibility modifications such as grab bars or a wheelchair ramp, please stay connected through our social media channels for future announcements later this June.


For information about pre-purchase housing counseling or future Fernwood Meadows opportunities, please contact the Family Services Department at familyservices@yubasutterhabitat.org.


To sign up for future volunteer opportunities, click HERE to register!

Together, we're helping families achieve homeownership, preserve existing housing, and ensure our neighbors can age in place safely and independently. 

HFHYS Board Retreat

The Board of Directors recently gathered for its annual Board Retreat, an important opportunity to reflect on the organization's progress and plan for the future. Joining the retreat as a special guest was Brynda Stranix, President of the Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation, who shared valuable insights on building a strategic 5-year plan for the organization.

Congrats, Graduate!

Please take a moment to congratulate our Chief Financial Officer, Bethany Hiatt. She has officially graduated from California State University, East Bay, earning her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Humanities!


Balancing the work of executive non-profit leadership with higher education is no small feat, and she has maintained an incredible level of perseverance, patience, and commitment along the way. 


Her academic achievement is a true reflection of the dedication, work ethic, and passion she brings to her role at Habitat.

Congratulations, Bethany, on your accomplishment!

Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter’s car donation program helps support local families! Your donation is one more way that you can support our work in Yuba, Sutter, Glenn and Colusa Counties. We accept all types of vehicles: cars, trucks, boats—running or not.

If you're interested in donating a vehicle to Cars for Homes, click on the link to donate your vehicle on our website today! 


https://yubasutterhabitat.org/cars-for-homes/

National Day of Prayer

Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter colleagues attended the National Day of Prayer Breakfast, hosted by the Yuba-Sutter Christian Community Network. Guest Speakers included Pastor Greg Fairington of Destiny Church and Moses Masitha of Global Christian Relief.



Need Space? Tired of playing Tetris with your closets?  If your "extra" space has become the "junk" space, it’s time to breathe again! Reclaim your home and your square footage with Harmony Village Self Storage!

Storing your items with us not only helps you organize your space but also restores the community by funding the construction of homes for local families in need.

(530) 674-0201

4228 Sawtelle Ave, Yuba City


Shop Online & Support Your Community!


Did you know the Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter ReStore sells on eBay? You can find amazing, brand-new items—everything from electronics and gaming accessories to beauty and health products—and so much more!


Every purchase helps support Habitat for Humanity Yuba/Sutter and our mission to build homes for local families in need.


Click the link below to start shopping! 

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June ReStore Sale

Support Us!

Through our Cars for Homes Program, you can donate your old car, boat, motorcycle, RV, or other vehicle to help build homes 
for local families in need. We accept all vehicles whether they are running or not and towing is completely FREE. Just be sure to mention that your donation is intended for our Yuba/Sutter Habitat location, so we can receive the full 
benefit of your support!

Shopping at our ReStore is one of the simplest ways to support our mission, because every dollar spent in-store goes towards Habitat's mission of building up our community. We're constantly getting new items in each day, so be sure to come in or check out our Facebook page to stay updated on new arrivals.