Our Mission

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity bring people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Our Vision

A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Who We Are

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Habitat builds with people in need regardless of race or religion. Habitat also welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Our Impact

Our Housing Insecurity Prevention Program components target low-income households’ risk of housing and financial insecurity. These components include Home Construction, A Brush with Kindness, Emergency Household Needs Assistance and Wellness Checks, Linkages, and Referrals.

Last year, we served 359 clients in a variety of ways:

  • Constructed two homes and rehabilitated two homes that were acquired by four low-income families
  • Completed Home Repairs for 160 clients (85 households)
  • Provided Emergency Household Needs Assistance for 75 clients (26 households)
  • Conducted Wellness Checks on 135 clients (60 households)

Habitat for Humanity Coachella Valley Team

Dave Thornton
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Administration

Jennifer Loretta
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS

Karla Gutierrez
FAMILY SERVICES

Tracy Powers
HUMAN RESOURCES & VOLUNTEERS

Veronica Rosales
HOME REPAIR / A BRUSH WITH KINDNESS

ReStore Staff

Jose Ever Arreola
LOGISTICS MANAGER

Victor Garmino
SALES MANAGER

Patty Montaño
DONATION PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR