News & Updates
Eden Housing Completes Transfer of South County Housing Portfolio
September 15, 2020
Eden Housing recently completed its merger with South County Housing, resulting in the preservation of 1,695 affordable homes across 41 properties, located in the counties of Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey.
What the Legislature Did —and Didn’t Do— This Year To Make Housing More Affordable
September 10, 2020
All five of the bills in the State Senate’s housing package failed to advance—including several as time ran out in the waning minutes of the session—and more than a dozen other bills to open new sites to affordable housing and accelerate production did not make it to the Governor.
Are you looking for a way to volunteer?
September 10, 2020
Food Distribution Volunteers Needed! When COVID-19 hit, food distributions at all our properties have changed. Many of our properties had resident volunteers that supported regular food distributions, but out of safety and precaution, we restricted in-person volunteers until recently. If you are a community member looking for a way to help, volunteer with Eden Housing!Description:Volunteer…
Supporting Residents in Need: Eden’s Tenant Relief Fund
September 9, 2020
Thank you to everyone who contributed to, or shared, Eden’s Tenant Relief Fund. We are pleased to share that the first round of funds have been distributed to more than 450 families in amounts from $100 to $500. The selected recipients have expressed financial hardship related to COVID-19 prior to June. Your kindness and…
New Study Shows LIHTC, Housing Assistance Critical in Promoting Stability and Economic Mobility
September 9, 2020
Contact: Cora Johnson-Grau cjohnsongrau@berkeley.edu (510) 859-7073 A new analysis of the incomes of residents living in housing managed by one of California’s largest affordable housing developers offers a unique window into how lower-income households have fared through economic decline and growth, providing important evidence for expanded investment into affordable housing and rental assistance in the…
Meet Jessica, Eden Resident Scholar
September 3, 2020
“Nurses are some of the many essential workers currently tackling the pandemic, and I am glad to be part of the team of healthcare workers making a difference in so many lives,” says Jessica, nursing student at San Joaquin Delta College and repeat recipient of Eden’s Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship. Jessica is a part-time…
Meet Hafiza, Resident Scholar with a Passion for Helping Others
August 25, 2020
Hafiza is a stellar student, future nurse, and a recipient of Eden’s 28th Annual Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship. Fueled by a passion for helping others, Hafiza spends her spare time leading her daughters’ Girl Scout troop, volunteering at food distributions, and assisting immigrant families navigate life in the US. She reflects, “Living at Eden…
Update on the Wildfire Situation
August 22, 2020
Eden Housing is closely monitoring the current emergency fire orders in the regions we are located in and will continue to share updates when we have them. Please visit fire.ca.gov for the most updated information. To our supporters, residents, and staff who are impacted — we are holding you in our thoughts. Be safe!
Meet Diana, Eden Resident Scholar
August 21, 2020
Meet Diana, dedicated biology student at Las Positas College, future nurse, and repeat recipient of Eden’s Howard T. Collins Scholarship! Diana has succeeded in her internships with Kaiser Permanente and Pleasanton Nursing. She reflects, “I’ve benefited from Eden’s after-school programs, where I learned how to form a proper resume and present myself to employers.” Watch…
Eden Housing Awards Scholarships to 35 Students
August 18, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 17, 2020 Media contact: Daniela Ogden510-935-1022Daniela.ogden@edenhousing.org Eden Housing Awards Scholarships to 35 Students HAYWARD, CA – Eden Housing will host a livestream celebration of the 28th Annual Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship to honor resident scholars throughout California. This year, a total of $96,000 is being awarded to 35 inspiring Eden Housing…