They protected our home.
Now it’s our turn to protect theirs.
This fall, join us as we raise hammers — and funds — to support Habitat’s VetRepair and affordable homebuilding programs. All event proceeds directly support the construction and preservation of homes throughout San Diego County.
San Diego County is home to one of the highest concentrations of veterans in the country, which makes San Diego Habitat for Humanity geographically well suited to serve the needs of the veteran population. We serve local veterans through our VetRepair Program and Veterans Build events in which we partner with local organizations invested in San Diego’s veteran community. Together, we are working to make a difference at the homes of local veterans countywide.
Event details:
Join us this fall for this impactful fundraiser.
Choose your adventure while supporting local veterans and their families.
Playhouse Build Competition
Build, design, and decorate a playhouse alongside nine teammates at our admin offices in Kearny Mesa. Teams will work together to create a themed playhouse to be donated to local nonprofit working with military families or a local military/veteran family earning a low income. The day will end with voting to crown one team as our 2024 Veterans Build playhouse champions!
Date: |
November 1 |
COST: |
$400 fundraising minimum per participant |
| includes open house ticket |
VetRepair
Build with us at a VetRepair project, supporting a veteran homeowner needing assistance with a variety of exterior repairs. Your work ensures that more families can stay in their homes with a renewed sense of dignity and safety for years to come.
Date(s): |
November 1, 2, 5, 6, 7 |
COST: |
$400 fundraising minimum per participant |
| includes open house ticket |
Veterans Build Open House
Can’t join us for a full day of building? Join us for our open house instead and help us kick off our week of Veterans Build!
Our open house will include drinks and light bites, and you’ll get the opportunity to walk through our playhouse garden to vote on your favorite playhouse.
Date: |
November 1 |
TIME: |
3pm–5pm |
COST: |
free — RSVP to secure your spot! |
Event Recap
November 2023
In the spirit of giving back to those who have dedicated their lives to serving our country, participants of our 2023 Veterans Build event gathered in the Oak Park neighborhood at the home of a 92-year-old Korean War veteran.
A total of 90 individuals, including three future Habitat homeowners, generously contributed their time and skills, accumulating an impressive total of more than 550 volunteer hours. Together, volunteers helped with the demolition and removal of 160 feet of old chain-link fencing and posts, revitalized 20 feet of existing fencing, repaired two gates, and converted the 1,920 sq. ft. traditional lawn front yard to a modern, maintenance-free hardscape. Additionally, they worked to demolish and reconstruct the front porch rail and support beam, which had succumbed to rot over time, to restore the porch’s functionality and safety.
This project’s extensive scope of work aimed to reduce ongoing maintenance needs, enhance safety, improve functionality, and overall, ensure the home’s long-term integrity.
