It started as a dream...now it's a reality.

HomeAid Orange County and The Teen Project will celebrate the completion of The Teen Project's first home for emancipated foster youth.

Wednesday, March 31

11:30am - 1pm

24106 Elrond Avenue, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Please R.S.V.P HomeAid Orange County 949.553.9510 or email julia@homeaidoc.org

More than 100 individuals and companies have donated their time and/or resources to transform a three bedroom house into a functional six bedroom home, which includes a remodeled family room, kitchen and dining area. This magnificent house will know give homeless emancipated youth a safe, stable home and the opportunity to make their dreams come true.

See a list of the many generous supporters.

View pictures from the Open House and Wall Raising Ceremony.

HomeAid Board Member - Michelle Pate Receives Prestigious BIA/SC Award

Michelle Pate, Vice President, Client Development, Transpacific Management Services, A Divison of The Management Trust was recognized by the Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIA/SC) for her outstanding work in the community. Pate received the 2009 Individual Achievement Award for Commuity Involvement.

For more than 18 years Pate has served as a volunteer for several HomeAid fundraisers. Specifically, co-chairing HomeAid's Rainbow of Hope Ball consecutively from 2001 to 2006. In addition, Pate joined HomeAid's board of directors in 2002 and continues to be an active volunteer.

Click on the link to read the full press release.http://tiny.cc/UbKbV

What will you do to fight hunger and homelessness this season?

National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week - November 15-21, 2009

This holiday season more families and individuals are hungry and homeless. Unfortunately, the numbers continue to grow. Give of yourself to fight hunger and homelessness this season.

Fulfill the holiday wishes of a HomeAid Service Provider Partner ... LEARN MORE

Donations in Lieu of Gifts

Do something meaningful and lasting for your clients, family and friends. In their honor make a donation to HomeAid. HomeAid will provide gift cards to acknowledge your generous "Gift of Hope." Contact Gina Scott at 949.553.9510.

Learn how every time you search or shop online you can help HomeAid earn money.

Use Good Search to search online and HomeAid Orange County earns 1 cent for every search. Seems small, but it adds up!
It's easy go to http://www.goodsearch.com/ under "Who do you search for?" designate HomeAid Orange County (Irvine, CA)
Click the "amount raised" button and you can see how the pennies add up.

This holiday season, use Good Shop to shop online. Designate HomeAid Orange County and up to 30% of your purchase will be donated to HomeAid. With over 1000 stores participating, click here to start shopping.

Party with a Purpose!!

Silpada Designs Jewelry Party

100% of the proceeds benefit HomeAid Orange County

DATE: Monday, November 16

TIME: 5pm - 7pm (Open House Style - Come by any time)

PLACE: HomeAid Orange County, 17744 Sky Park Circle, Suite 170, Irvine, CA 92614

RSVP: 949.553.9510

Buy holiday gifts for your friends (or yourself) and know you are helping fight hunger and homelessness in our community.

Wall Raising Ceremony

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009

9am - 10am

24016 Elrond Lane, Lake Forest, CA

California studies show 65 percent of foster youth, emancipate without a place to live. Within eighteen months of their discharge, nearly 40 percent of transitioning youth are homeless. HomeAid Orange County is working with The Teen Project to address this critical issue for homeless youth. The two organizations are marking a construction milestone with a Wall Raising Ceremony.

When completed the three bedroom house will be transformed into a spacious, functional six bedroom home including a remodeled family room, kitchen and dining area with the capacity to provide a secure and stable home for up to five homeless emancipated foster young women. The average stay in the program will be 24 months with the ultimate goal for each young woman to become productive, independent and self-sufficient.

The Teen Project is a non-profit agency with the mission to provide teens aging out of the foster care system with all of the resources and support of an intact family. In addition, to allow the greatest opportunity for a successful transition to adulthood.

Style Week Orange County® September 24 - 26, 2009 at Irvine Spectrum Center®

Orange County's premier style event will showcase the hottest brands and emerging designers at Style Week Orange County.

Tickets for VIP seating at each fashion show are $10 per person including a special surprise. Proceeds benefit HomeAid Orange County. Buy tickets now online at www.StyleWeekOC.com

Runway Show Schedule

Thursday, September 24
7:30pm - LRG Spring 2010 Collection Debut

Friday, September 25
7:30pm - Designer Showcase Presented by Ezekiel & Active Ride
9pm - Branded: Saluting Emerging Designers Michele Genevieve & Oday Shakar

Saturday, September 26
7:30pm - Nordstrom Fall 2009
9pm - Metropark Presented by MEK Denim with Celebrity Model Albert Reed