LAKEPORT, Calif. – Habitat for Humanity has received a $25,000 donation from Sutter Lakeside Hospital for the rebuilding of Valley fire survivors’ homes.
The fire burned more than 76,000 acres and destroyed more than 1,300 homes.
Twelve percent of families who lost everything in the Valley fire had no insurance to cover their losses.
In the aftermath of the destruction, Habitat for Humanity is offering long-term housing solutions for fire survivors.
Habitat for Humanity, an international organization that advocates for accessibility to affordable housing around the world, has had a strong presence in Lake County since 2001.
Partner families purchase a house from the organization for an affordable monthly mortgage. To date, Habitat for Humanity has built 20 houses in Lake County.
While the organization carries out housing initiatives throughout the year, the nonprofit also mobilizes disaster relief in times of need.
“Right now we’re doing front-end planning such as interviewing families and finding lots,” said Richard Birk, director of Lake County Habitat for Humanity.
“We plan to build 20 plus homes in the area; by this time next year, we hope to see at least five homes under construction,” Birk said. “From the time we approve a family for a home to the end of construction can take less than a year. Because of the immense need, we expect the building cycle to be continuous and smooth.”
He added, “We’re very grateful for Sutter Lakeside Hospital’s support both over the years and now. Sutter Lakeside Hospital does a lot for the community, and we’re very appreciative of that.”
“We understand that the need for relief was immediate, but that long-term rebuilding will take sustained time and effort,” said Sutter Lakeside Hospital Chief Administrative Officer Siri Nelson. “We’re honored to support an organization that has such a direct impact on the well-being of local Valley fire survivors.”
For more information about how to get involved with Lake County Habitat for Humanity through donating or volunteering, contact the organization at 707-994-1100.
Sutter Lakeside Hospital donates $25,000 to Habitat for Humanity for Valley fire rebuilding effort
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