 Dear Friend,This month we’ve been looking back, and looking ahead, and celebrating all that’s brought us to the milestone of serving our communities for 53 years. Much has changed, and much has been accomplished since three local volunteers came together around a common mission to serve their community, and eventually form our organization to carry it out and magnify. What’s not changed is the need for creating many more affordable housing opportunities, and coming alongside those among us who are struggling to meet basic needs, in support of our community’s most vulnerable.
In response to the growing needs of our communities, we have over 1,000 units we’re working on in our development pipeline, spanning our four-county footprint. More than ever, we need increased partnerships and collaborations with stakeholders like you to rise and meet the heightened levels of need throughout the Central Coast. As you contemplate what you can do for your part of meeting those needs, through your relationship with us, hopefully you’ll be reminded this month of the value of your investment in us, as evidenced by real signs of true progress of homes in construction, services delivered, and lives changed.
Your joining with us will continue to leverage and multiply impacts, through our institutional strength, our highly talented and effective team, our ability to amplify your voice to do more for our communities through our results-focused advocacy. Come celebrate August with us around the many mission accomplishments that you’ve been a critical part of making happen, and many more set to come!
Ken Trigueiro
CEO & President |
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 Nicole Ramos, with over six years of service at PSHH, has been appointed as the new Chief Human Resources and Administrative Officer, marking a significant milestone in enhancing PSHH’s growth.
In this capacity, Nicole will be leading the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives as well as overseeing the Human Resources, Information Technology, Office Operations, and Public Affairs departments. With a background in team development, strategic practices, and organizational leadership, Nicole’s transition to this role is expected to fortify PSHH’s mission-driven endeavors. |
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 Joanna Dominguez has been appointed as the new Director of Resource Development. In her previous role as the PSHH Director of Education, Joanna oversaw ten learning centers and led the award-winning CELEBRE program for Latinas pursuing higher education. After a brief hiatus from PSHH, Joanna returns to spearhead fundraising and grant acquisition efforts, with a focus on securing funding for services benefiting the organization’s 5,000+ residents.
Joanna has been distinguished nationally for her leadership and team-building ability and brings decades of sales and customer service experience to the position. Born in Yuma, Arizona to Mexican migrant farm workers, Joanna came to the Central Coast as a child and grew up in Guadalupe, California. She is a first-generation college graduate and earned her undergraduate and master’s degree in Psychology, graduating Summa Cum Laude. |
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 Why build, where to build, and who to build for arouses fierce debate and throws into thorny relief the complex issues surrounding the challenge of addressing the housing crisis.
This month, we will be releasing the second edition of our new newsletter, The Blueprint. Sign-up to receive this quarterly publication that will bring you reliable resources to become an informed advocate for affordable housing. |
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| Thank you to all who joined us at last month’s Wall Raising celebration for Summer Holly Lane in Nipomo. The event included remarks from CA State Director of USDA Rural Development Maria Gallegos Herrera (pictured center), retirement commemoration for Phil McClintock, 25+ year PSHH Site Superintendent, as well as the raising of walls for our hardworking owner-builders!
This new construction brings 10 two-story, three-bedroom homes to downtown Nipomo. Through the PSHH home ownership program, participants work together to build their own homes; leveraging time, effort, and sweat-equity into the investment of a lifetime!
To learn more or sign up for our Home Ownership Interest List, visit pshhc.org/home-ownership. |
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 Affordable Housing Insights from PSHH
Are you organizing a panel discussion or seeking expert insights on affordable housing? We offer our services to fellow nonprofits, service organizations, local businesses, or anyone in the community who seeks knowledge and support in broadening their understanding of affordable housing.To arrange a presentation, complete our brief online request form! |
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Congratulations to our 2023 Employee Award Winners:
Aracely Barajas, Social Worker: President’s Award Winner (pictured left)
Bianca Guillen, Human Resources Manager: Employee of the Year (pictured right)
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| College Park Apartments offers a safe, beautiful place to live for low-income individuals and families in the City of Lompoc. With two, three, and four-bedroom units, this property provides all residents with onsite laundry facilities, recreational space, covered parking, and a shared community room. We invite you to learn more and apply! |
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Got 30 seconds?
We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Take this month’s anonymous 1-Question Survey: “ How did you first hear about People’s Self-Help Housing?” |
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 Join the Team!We offer an array of dynamic, rewarding opportunities to strengthen your career while making a difference! Our current openings include:
- Maintenance Technician I | Morro Bay / Atascadero
- Maintenance Technician III | Santa Barbara
- Marketing & Occupancy Coordinator | San Luis Obispo
- Project Manager I or II | Remote/Hybrid
- Property Manager – with roving hours | Santa Maria
- Property Manager | Paso Robles
- Senior Project Manager | Remote/Hybrid
- Substitute Roving Educator | Santa Barbara County
To learn more, visit pshhc.org/careers! |
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August Partnerships
Thank you to all who have supported our work through generous gifts and grant funding, including:
- City of San Luis Obispo – $25,000 towards the Supportive Housing Program
- Latkin Foundation – $8,000 benefiting Camino Scholars
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In Case You Missed It…
Here’s the top story from the last edition:
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Last month, we were joined by community partners, residents, team members, and more to celebrate the grand opening of Templeton Place II, a new PSHH affordable housing community for seniors & veterans!
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