March News from People’s Self-Help Housing

eNewsletter | March 2023

Many thanks to Jill Copsey (center) and the Morro Bay Rotary Club for the provision of a new Little Free Pantry supporting our residents at Ocean View Manor.
Dear Friend,March is Women’s History Month, and the history of People’s has primarily been shaped by women. Starting in our earliest years nearly five decades ago, under the leadership of our founding Executive Director, through today’s governance lead by our Board of Directors Chair, principally women have driven our successes.

History continues to be made by the women of People’s through the talents of our women, representing over 60% of our staff, more than 66% of our supervisors, and a majority of our Board Members. Since the majority of our residents are women, it’s fitting that the voices of women are the primary decision makers and policymakers historically and today at People’s.

This will continue to be a priority value for our organization, to approach our ongoing strategies for meeting needs of women, designed by women for women, under our guiding principal of “nothing about her without her.”

Also important to acknowledge and celebrate this month, is the history of women’s philanthropy. Through the ages, women predominantly have driven compassionate giving and generous sharing to meet the deepest needs among us. This has been the experience here at People’s too. We can see many women making the charitable decisions on behalf of their households, families, and the giving circles they belong to.

There are many ways to support the continuing legacy of impact and influence women have had at People’s. A gift to the Build Her Fund, is one of the most immediate.

Thank you for all the ways you move our mission forward,

Ken Trigueiro
CEO & President

Pismo Terrace: Applications Available Now!
A new construction project is in the works, just minutes away from the Pismo Beach coastline. Estimated to be complete in September 2023, Pismo Terrace will provide 50 new units of affordable housing for low-income households. There will be 1 and 2-bedroom floorplans available, all equipped with a new refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, tasteful window shades, and attractive vinyl flooring.

Eligibility is based on income requirements, occupancy limits, and other property-specific criteria. Section 8 vouchers are welcomed.

Applications are available now at pshhc.org/new-housing and are due Monday, April 10.

For more information: (805) 556-9007 | pt@pshhc.org

Achieving Excellence 
We’d like to recognize Anna Miller, Chief Operating Officer, who has been accepted into the prestigious ‘NeighborWorks America Achieving Excellence Program’ in collaboration with Harvard University.

Taking place over a 16-month period,  Anna will be working with nationwide leaders in affordable housing to help transform their organizations for greater impact.

Amplify, Strengthen, Invest!
March is Women’s History Month, and if you’d like to support the efforts of women and girls* at PSHH properties, consider supporting the Build Her Fund. More than just a commitment to equity and education, it is a practical way to invest in emerging ideas from our female neighbors!
Build Her Now!
*The Build Her Fund inclusively supports anyone who self-identifies as female, including women, girls, transgender, intersex, and non-binary individuals.
The Builder Games returns on Saturday, April 22! Join emcee Richard Gearhart of KSBY and auctioneer Todd Ventura and cheer on teams building playhouses for children, as they race against the clock and face fun challenges. Your ticket includes a delicious meal, fine wine, craft beer, live music, and more! Funds raised benefit the programs of PSHH.

Join the fun:

Attend
Sponsor
New Services Supporting PSHH Residents:

Camino Scholars has received $36,000 from the California Arts Council to bring culturally-responsive, therapeutic arts programming to their curriculum. Students will incorporate art therapy into learning modalities at their learning centers.
 
The California Public Utilities Commission has awarded over $475,000 in funding to bring new, high-speed internet access to 10 of our affordable housing sites. With this support, PSHH will offer 450+ households free, reliable, high-speed broadband internet service.
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Join the Team!
We offer an array of dynamic, rewarding opportunities to strengthen your career while making a difference! Take a look at our current openings:
  • Accountant | San Luis Obispo
  • Asst. Construction Superintendent | Oxnard
  • Asst. Property Manager | Carpinteria
  • Asst. Property Manager | Goleta
  • Asst. Roving Property Manager | Goleta
  • Controller, Corporate Accounting & Finance | San Luis Obispo
  • Director of Education | Santa Barbara to Paso Robles
  • Donor Relations Manager | San Luis Obispo County to Ventura County
  • Lead Educator & Training Coordinator | Guadalupe
  • Maintenance Supervisor | Santa Barbara Region
  • Maintenance Technician I, (Temp) | Santa Maria
  • Payroll Accountant | San Luis Obispo
  • Portfolio Manager | Ventura
  • Project Coordinator, Multifamily Housing Development | Oxnard or San Luis Obispo
  • Regional Coordinator | Santa Maria
  • Roving Property Manager | San Luis Obispo
  • Roving Property Manager | Templeton
  • Roving Substitute Educator | Santa Barbara County
  • Roving Substitute Educator | Guadalupe and Santa Maria
  • Senior Property Manager | Los Osos
  • Special Projects Coordinator | San Luis Obispo
For full job descriptions and to apply see pshhc.org/careers!
March Partnerships
Thank you to our incredible partners who are supporting our mission:

  • CenCal Health – $70,000 benefiting the Supportive Housing Program
  • Bank of the Sierra – $6,000 towards Camino Scholars

In Case You Missed It…
Our top story from the last eNewsletter: “SLO County District 4 Supervisor Jimmy Paulding and Legislative Aid for District 1 John Peschong, Vicki Janssen (not pictured), helped with the application lottery for our newest home ownership project: Summer Holly Homes in Nipomo.”
To view archives of all our newsletters, visit pshhc.org/newsroom!
Land Acknowledgement

PSHH acknowledges the indigenous people of the territories that our organization occupies, including the Chumash, Salinan, Yokuts, Kitanemuk, and Tataviam people. To read the full land acknowledgement, visit pshhc.org/IDEA.

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