San Diego Housing Federation

For Sue Reynolds, her journey in affordable housing is one marked by unwavering dedication and a deep belief in the power of community. Since arriving in San Diego in 1989, Sue has been at the forefront of creating housing solutions that transform lives. But through every step of her path, she’s never walked alone, the San Diego Housing Federation (SDHF) has been with her all the way. From her early career in New York City working with neighborhood nonprofits and tenant unions, Sue recognized that housing was about more than shelter. It was about building opportunities and lifting people up. When she helped close one of the first nonprofit tax credit projects in New York, Sue knew she was just getting started. By the time she joined the San Diego Housing Federation’s founding team in the early 1990s, she had a clear vision: to bring that same sense of purpose and possibility to San Diego’s affordable housing sector. As we celebrate the work of the sector, Sue’s story reminds us that none of this progress happens in isolation. The San Diego Housing Federation is here – standing with our members, partners, and community every step of the way. Whether advocating for housing justice, fostering collaboration, or creating spaces where innovation flourishes, SDHF is committed to making sure no one has to face the housing challenge alone. Read Sue's full story here: https://lnkd.in/gcxArVZe The journey to create affordable, inclusive housing in San Diego isn’t over. Every day, we’re working to expand access to safe, stable housing for all, but we can’t do it without your support. Together, we can build a future where everyone has a place to call home. Please consider donating to the San Diego Housing Federation today. Your contribution helps ensure that SDHF can continue to stand by the people and organizations shaping the future of housing in San Diego—just as we have for leaders like Sue. With your help, we can keep advocating, connecting, and empowering the community. Make a donation: https://lnkd.in/gPZMJvNW

The San Diego Housing Federation is thrilled to introduce our end-of-year campaign, “With You All the Way.”  This campaign shines a light on the inspiring stories, career journeys, and community-building efforts of our dedicated members, partners, and program participants. Over the past year, our commitment to supporting those we serve has remained unwavering—whether through providing essential resources, fostering career development, or strengthening the bonds that make our community stronger. As we look back on the year’s achievements, we are reminded of the remarkable contributions that each individual and organization has made toward creating a more inclusive and supportive housing landscape in San Diego. This campaign not only celebrates those accomplishments but also shares the powerful narratives of resilience, innovation, and collaboration that define our work. Throughout the campaign, we will showcase uplifting testimonials, highlight extraordinary projects, and shine a spotlight on the diverse paths our members have taken. By amplifying these voices, we hope to inspire others and continue to grow the community that unites us. As we celebrate these connections, we invite you to join us in ensuring that this work continues to thrive. Your support plays a crucial role in expanding our impact and securing the future of affordable, inclusive housing in San Diego. Together, we can continue to make a lasting difference—and with your contribution, we will move closer to a future where everyone has a place to call home. Please consider making a donation to the San Diego Housing Federation today. Every contribution helps strengthen the community we’ve built and empowers us to keep creating a better, more equitable housing landscape for all. Make a donation: https://lnkd.in/gPZMJvNW

Last week, SDHF and California Housing Partnership hosted an all-day informative training session focused on the Fundamentals of Affordable Housing Finance at the San Diego Central Library. Led by a team of experienced financial consultants from the California Housing Partnership, the event featured interactive training, combining lectures with hands-on exercises. Thank you to our sponsors: Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation, ICON National, and Atlantis Group Land Use Consultants. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/ga6Wsi5T

🌟 Grateful for Last Night's Insightful Discussion! 🌟 A huge thank you to Stephen Russell, CEO of the San Diego Housing Federation, for joining our CA Housing Legislation Event and sharing his invaluable insights on the legislation impacting affordable housing on this year's ballot. 🏠📜 It was an engaging session, and we appreciate everyone who joined and contributed to the lively discussion. Let’s keep working together to ensure that everyone has access to safe, affordable, and stable housing. #AffordableHousing #Vote #SDHF #CommunityImpact #ThankYou #SDWAHN

Join the San Diego Housing Federation on Tuesday, October 22nd for our Fundamentals of Affordable Housing Institute with special instruction by leaders in the sector from California Housing Partnership. This training will be held at the San Diego Central Library and will not only offer great opportunities to learn and deepen your understanding of tax credit finance, but it's also a wonderful place to grow your network with folks in the sector at all levels. I look forward to seeing you there! #AffordableHousing #TaxCredit #Finance #Training

Last week our Shelby Thomas, MSW, SDHF's Senior Director of Programs and Community Engagement, spoke on the "Investing in the Next Generation of Housing Leaders: Innovative Ways to Attract, Train, and Empower BIPOC Housing Partners" panel at Southern California Association of NonProfit Housing (SCANPH)'s Annual Conference. Congratulations on a successful panel!

THIS FRIDAY, October 18th, is the final day to register for Fundamentals of Affordable Housing Finance next Tuesday, October 22nd at the San Diego Central Library. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gsZg5J24 Learn the nuts and bolts of affordable housing finance, from general concepts to project-specific considerations. Both public and private funding sources will be discussed, with significant attention to Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and tax-exempt bonds. We will help you navigate these complex financing programs, describing how to calculate tax credits and equity, as well as outlining the basic regulatory requirements, application and allocation processes of these programs. This institute will contain lectures as well as interactive exercises and is presented by financial consultants from the California Housing Partnership, a state-chartered nonprofit “do and think tank” that supports the state’s mission-driven and public-sector affordable housing developers, operators, funders, regulators, and policymakers.

When we vote YES on Prop 5, we’re making it easier for working families to stay in our communities. Prop 5 provides the tools to build more middle-class and affordable housing while increasing renters’ and first-time homebuyers’ assistance. Join us and follow Yes On CA Prop 5 to learn more: https://lnkd.in/geyttwYQ

SDHF's Senior Director of Programs and Community Engagement, Shelby Thomas, MSW, will be speaking on a panel at Southern California Association of NonProfit Housing (SCANPH)'s conference this Thursday, October 10th at 3 pm! The panel is entitled “Investing in the Next Generation of Housing Leaders: Innovative Ways to Attract, Train, and Empower BIPOC Housing Practitioners". Creating equitable solutions to the housing crisis entails investing in our industry's BIPOC practitioners. To do this, organizations must continually respond to the needs of the industry workforce, across varied career stages and industry roles. This session will reflect on the impact of longstanding career development programs including scholarships, internships, fellowships, and other trainings. It will also explore emerging programs that were created in response to other identified industry roles and career levels, such as property management trainings, mid-career training, and leadership development for BIPOC managers and executives. Overall, this panel will highlight how essential it is to continually assess how to better invest in the housing workforce, collaborate with the network of organizations doing the work, and facilitate necessary conversations to create an industry that reflects the communities it serves, where BIPOC practitioners can thrive.

Congratulations to our Executive Vice President Sarah Buchanan on receiving the Distinguished Citizen Award 🏆 from The City of San Diego’s Human Services Committee and Mayor Todd Gloria for her dedication to building a strong and vibrant community through hard work, empathy, and a generous spirit. We are lucky to have you on our team!