Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Partners with Eight Local Families, Who Will Soon Become First-Time Homeowners in Camarillo

Community Leaders, Volunteers, and Future Homeowners Gather to Celebrate the Start
of Eight New Affordable Homes in Camarillo

CAMARILLO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Community leaders, volunteers, and future homeowners gathered on Saturday, Jan. 25 to celebrate the groundbreaking of Vista Campanario, Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County's affordable ownership housing development in partnership with Many Mansions, and the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura, who are building low-income rental units on the same site, and Staples Construction, our construction partner. The event marked a significant milestone for Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County as eight families prepare to embark on their journey to homeownership.

Darcy Taylor, CEO of Habitat Ventura, opened the event by emphasizing the impact of community support: "You being here today acknowledges the fact that the work we're doing is actually having a tremendous impact for these families and our community."

The morning was emotional and moving, as speakers highlighted the importance of stable, affordable housing. David Schlueter, Habitat Ventura Board Chair, shared his personal connection to Camarillo and the families who will soon call Vista Campanario home: "Camarillo is my home too, and now I have these wonderful neighbors. Everyone deserves a safe, secure, and healthy home."

Camarillo Mayor Kevin Kildee recognized the collaborative effort that made this project possible, stating, "This would not happen if it wasn't for all of the visionary thinking and the hard work of the volunteers who have put in so much to create this outstanding facility. It kind of takes my breath away."

Ashley Bautista, Chief of Staff to Ventura County Supervisor Gorrell, reflected on the meaning of home and community: "Homes are a place where we celebrate birthdays, our kids' first steps, a place where you can kick off your shoes and just be yourself. In a moment of loss in our community (referring to the recent Southern California fires), it's beautiful to be here in a space where people come together to help one another out."

As golden shovels hit the dirt, the morning affirmed the fact that affordable homeownership transforms lives. The Vista Campanario project represents more than just houses—it symbolizes security, stability, and opportunity for eight families who are working hard to achieve their dream of owning a home.

With construction now underway, Habitat Ventura invites the community to continue supporting these families through volunteering, donations, and advocacy. For the full press release with images, visit: Habitat Ventura Partners with Eight Local Families. For more information on how to get involved, please contact Katie Norris, Chief Development Officer, at [email protected].

Together, we can continue to build brighter futures for our Ventura County.

About Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County

Building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.

Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County is a locally-run and locally-funded affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Over the past 41 years, 77 new home builds have provided homeownership opportunities for families in need and hundreds of homes have been repaired, providing a safe, decent living environment for low-income homeowners. The Habitat Home Repair program partners with low-income homeowners to improve their living conditions through home repairs. At Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone, everywhere deserves a decent place to live. For Habitat's new home program, low-income families are selected based on their need for housing, ability to repay an affordable mortgage, and willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity. We offer a "hand up," empowering families who are willing to work hard to achieve their dream of homeownership. Each Habitat for Humanity homeowner invests hundreds of hours in helping build their home and then purchases it with an affordable mortgage. For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County, visit http://www.habitatventura.org or call (805) 485-6065.

Contact: Jessica Villeda, Marketing Manager
Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County
805-485-6065 x104
[email protected]

SOURCE Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County