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Stories of Hope

Impacting Real People.  Everyday.

Hope through Housing’s work is all about people and we know we’ve been successful when we witness life changing in individual lives.  Following are just a few of our most recent stories of resident success and program highlights.

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A Family Thrives at Diamond Hill

A Family Thrives at Diamond Hill

When Martina set out to find a new home for her family of three in 2023, she wasn’t just searching for a roof over their heads – she was searching for community.

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Launching the First-Ever Eric Dickerson Learning Center

Launching the First-Ever Eric Dickerson Learning Center

Pro Football Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson joined leaders from the Hope through Housing Foundation and National CORE on April 5 to unveil the first-ever Eric Dickerson Learning Center, a transformative space designed to inspire young minds to break barriers and achieve...

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Keri’s Corner: A Tribute to Resilience

Keri’s Corner: A Tribute to Resilience

A magnificent oak tree, with rich brown branches and brilliant pink and orange flowers, transforms the setting for Keri’s Corner, a key element of the Eric Dickerson Learning Center at National CORE’s Residences of Diamond Hill. Lush green leaves and a whimsical blue...

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Gloria’s Story: The Pathway to Homeownership

Gloria’s Story: The Pathway to Homeownership

Meet Gloria, a resident of Citrus Grove who turned a small step into a lasting habit through Hope through Housing’s Money Match program. Designed to help residents build financial stability, the program matches savings up to $1,200 over six months while providing...

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95% Retention: Keeping Residents Housed

95% Retention: Keeping Residents Housed

At the age of 65, Teretha lost her home of 39 years. She found herself grappling with homelessness and rapidly declining physical and mental health conditions.   But a year later, she received a call about availability at National CORE’s affordable housing community,...

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Resident Scores Big at Panna Tournament

Resident Scores Big at Panna Tournament

After an intense series of matches, National CORE resident Anthony Mendoza has emerged as the winner of the Jack Downer Street Panna one-on-one soccer tournament, sponsored by the Empire Strykers.  Anthony, 14, spends his days on the Corona del Rey soccer field,...

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Conversations Spark Career Interest

Conversations Spark Career Interest

Hope through Housing’s after-school program empowers youth in underserved communities, equipping them with tools to break the cycle of poverty and create brighter futures. During monthly career conversations, children are introduced to an array of career paths –...

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Celebrating Literacy with Read Across America

Celebrating Literacy with Read Across America

Children and volunteers sported iconic red and white stripped hats at Sunset Heights to kick off Read Across America – the largest celebration of literacy in the country. In honor of Read Across America Day and Dr. Suess’ birthday, Hope through Housing hosted a...

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CORE Academy Graduates 1st 2025 Cohort

CORE Academy Graduates 1st 2025 Cohort

After an intense six-day crash course on the transformative and growing affordable housing industry, CORE Academy congratulated its 12 newest property management graduates at a Feb. 27 ceremony at the Ontario Airport Hotel.  Led by National CORE Director of Learning...

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Volunteers Drive Mission of Hope

Volunteers Drive Mission of Hope

Volunteers are the driving force behind Hope through Housing, fueling our mission forward through their commitment to literacy programs, community center renovations and event staffing to strengthen our communities. Their support amplifies our impact and creates...

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Gabrielle Walsh Strengthens Community Bonds During Visit

Gabrielle Walsh Strengthens Community Bonds During Visit

Gabrielle Walsh, star of NBC’s hit show Found and a returning guest of National CORE’s FYI Podcast, recently spent the day visiting two National CORE communities: Day Creek Senior Villas and Sunset Heights.   At Day Creek, Gabrielle toured the community, spoke to...

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Supporting San Diego’s 2025 Homeless Count

Supporting San Diego’s 2025 Homeless Count

Hope through Housing played a pivotal role this January in the 2025 San Diego annual Point-in-Time Count, joining forces with the Regional Task Force for the Homeless to canvas Downtown San Diego.   The #WeAllCount initiative brings together volunteers and service...

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Karishma’s Journey of Strength and Resilience

Karishma’s Journey of Strength and Resilience

For years, Karishma’s older brother, Vicente, helped his disabled mother and her survive on just $800 a month in Social Security, covering food, bills and whatever else they needed.   “Vicente was my best friend and the most important person in my life,” said...

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Mike’s Story: Finding Stability at Veterans Park

Mike’s Story: Finding Stability at Veterans Park

Meet Mike, a U.S. Army veteran who spent 10 years on the streets before finding a home at National CORE’s Veterans Park community in Pomona. A resident now for two years, Mike says the support he receives from Hope through Housing and the property management team...

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San Diego Volunteer of the Year: Kelly Golden

San Diego Volunteer of the Year: Kelly Golden

Volunteers are instrumental in our mission to serve and support the residents of National CORE affordable housing communities. They extend our reach, show residents their lives and needs are important, and help create a sense of community and belonging. For that...

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San Diego Community Partner: Life Science Cares

San Diego Community Partner: Life Science Cares

We are proud to recognize Life Science Cares as our Community Partner of the Year, celebrating the organization’s commitment to providing an array of emergency and support services to help our residents thrive. Life Science Cares was founded in 2016 by a consortium of...

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Hope through Housing Spreads Joy with Holiday Drive

Hope through Housing Spreads Joy with Holiday Drive

Hope through Housing is kicking off its annual Holiday Drive! Every year, we work to ensure that our teens and seniors facing financial struggles get to experience the warmth and joy of the holiday season. By collecting gift cards, home essentials, craft supplies and...

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Bank of America: Volunteer Group of the Year

Bank of America: Volunteer Group of the Year

We are excited to announce Bank of America as our Volunteer Group of the Year. This award category, introduced in 2023, celebrates those individuals and organizations whose extraordinary dedication and passion for service bring our mission to life and strengthen the...

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JPMorgan Chase: Financial Partner of the Year

JPMorgan Chase: Financial Partner of the Year

It is with great honor that we recognize JPMorgan Chase as our Financial Partner of the Year, acknowledging the firm’s deeply rooted commitment to the highly challenging work of affordable housing finance. Perhaps the most daunting aspect of building affordable...

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Texas Seniors Receive Food Support

Texas Seniors Receive Food Support

For 25 years, Lexington Square residents relied on weekly donations from a local food bank to put food on the table and maintain a healthy diet. But when the donations suddenly stopped in early 2024, the 129 seniors at Houston-area National CORE communities, including...

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Hope Steps up to Help Family Keep the Lights On

Hope Steps up to Help Family Keep the Lights On

Just before moving into Metro View with his wife and two daughters, Meiser lost his job. Drawing on his savings, he scraped together enough for his first month’s rent and deposit, but it meant he was unable to keep up with an alarmingly high electricity bill. “I would...

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