The day started dark and early for Habitat for Humanity Riverside staff as they finished their setup for the exciting day ahead. Soroptimist International Moreno Valley were right beside the Habitat for Humanity Riverside staff as they prepared to thank volunteers by serving them breakfast. Orange juice, granola bars, fruit, pastries, and coffee were offered to […]
On Tuesday afternoon Habitat for Humanity Riverside along with six future Roberts Way Habitat Families met for a wonderful family get-together. After sharing dinner and socializing amongst each other Kathy the Executive Director began the evening informing the families of the project’s progress and explaining to them what to expect in the days to come. […]
Since my last blog posting in October of 2013 many goals have been worked toward with a lot of community support. I would even go as far as saying the AmeriCorps members had a bit of fun while working! I would like to highlight some of the major events and trips that have occurred since […]
I am an AmeriCorps National Member stationed at Habitat for Humanity Riverside (HFHR) and my member role is Community Outreach Coordinator. In my position I will empower residents in their communities and help them connect with services in their city. I am working on a program called Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative (NRI) which supports the affiliates to renew […]
On Saturday, November 16th Habitat for Humanity Riverside and the City of Riverside broke ground for three Energy Star rated efficient homes that will be completed in the summer of 2014. The two prequalified families, The Fergusons and The Mobleys, joined the celebration. The Fergusons, Andrew and Jacquie, have a daughter, Karis, and a […]
Three Habitat for Humanity Riverside staff arrived bright-eyed and bushy tailed at Brandon’s Diner to share with Soroptimist of Moreno Valley about Habitat for Humanity Riverside’s newest build project on Myers Street in Moreno Valley and the exterior repair program A Brush With Kindness. Soroptimist of Moreno Valley immediately stepped up to the challenge of helping us […]
Habitat for Humanity Riverside and the City of Jurupa Valley gathered on Wednesday July 17th to welcome our five new Habitat homeowners. The Hill Family, Nellum Family, Dominguez Family, Garcia Family, and the Baisa family all celebrated alongside many distinguished habitat partners, Jurupa Valley city council, and state officials. The ceremony began with a rendition of The National Anthem by […]
Since the groundbreaking in October 2012, Beatrice Jones and her family have been patiently waiting for the day they could finally move into their new home. However, the family did not stand idly by when their home was being built. Beatrice has volunteered alongside the Wells Fargo women volunteers every Saturday to work on the […]
Habitat for Humanity Riverside partnered with the City of Riverside and Wells Fargo to launch the build of an EnergySTAR efficient, affordable new Habitat home. Together, an infill lot was selected. Infill lots are typically neglected by for-profit developers and if left bare they attract unwanted activity and are an eyesore for the neighborhood. Located […]
The Wells Fargo women showed up ready in their pink hardhats and began another day at the new build. With the help of this fantastic group of volunteers, the construction project is quickly appearing more and more like a home. Along with their generous donation to Habitat for Humanity Riverside, these women brightened the home […]
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