Los Angeles, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LOS ANGELES, CA – On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) will host a powerful home dedication ceremony celebrating first-time homebuyers in the heart of South Los Angeles. The event will take place at the newly completed Holmes Development in the Florence-Firestone neighborhood—an area historically underserved by affordable housing opportunities.
This momentous occasion is more than a ribbon cutting; it’s a testament to what’s possible when public, private, and community partners unite to build not just homes, but hope.
Members of the media are invited to tour the development, hear directly from new homeowners, and speak with Habitat LA leadership, community partners, and local elected officials. Attendees will get a firsthand look at the high-quality design, energy-efficient features, and community-centered vision that make the Holmes townhomes a model for future affordable housing in Los Angeles.
Each of the two-story townhomes includes:
- Attached two-car garages
- Drought-tolerant landscaping
- Solar energy systems
- Energy-efficient appliances
These features are designed to reduce costs and increase sustainability for families moving in.
“This dedication is more than a celebration of new homes –it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and the power of partnership,” said Erin Rank, President & CEO of Habitat LA. “We’re thrilled to welcome these families home and to share this special day with everyone who helped make it possible.”
The Holmes Development was made possible through the generous support of hundreds of donors, including, Bank of America, BMO Bank, California Housing and Community Development, Costa Roofing, F&M Bank, the Habitat LA Catholic Coalition, Loan Depot, Los Angeles County, Rosendin, Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Thrivent, and Whirlpool-as well as the hands-on contributions of dedicated volunteers and in-kind supporters.
MEDIA RSVP & COVERAGE OPPORTUNITIES Visual opportunities include home tours, family move-ins, and remarks from homeowners, civic leaders, and Habitat LA executives.
WHEN:
- Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
- Time: 11am-1pm
LOCATION:
- Holmes Development (6305 Holmes Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001)
WHO:
- Habitat Homeowners
- Erin Rank, President & CEO of Habitat LA
- Habitat LA Team members, Donors, and Volunteers
- Community leaders and elected officials
For more information, contact Makebra Bridges at 562-455-5804 or [email protected].
About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) transforms neighborhoods throughout Greater Los Angeles by bringing the community together to build and repair homes and to help families rebuild after natural disasters. Habitat LA empowers people through access to affordable loans, housing counseling, and down-payment assistance. To learn more about Habitat LA, please visit habitatla.org.
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