OCCHC/SteppingUP

It is a sad day in Orange County as we have received news of the passing of OCCHC Founding Director, Bob Johnson, this weekend. Bob, we thank you for over 42 years of service to our families. Thank you for creating a legacy that will continue to live on within each of us. We send our condolences to the Johnson family and thank you for sharing him with us for all these years.

Throwback Thursday! Last year's College Kit Drive helped support students like Carlos, who is now finishing up his first year at California State University, Fu...llerton, where he was recently nominated to be part of CSUF's National Society of Collegiate Scholars due to his stellar academic performance! Way to go, Carlos! It's not too late to support OCCHC/SteppingUP's Class of 2021! Click on the link below to view our wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11IN9Z5NWTVFL

Our College Kit Drive is happening now through the end of May! Please join us in helping graduating seniors from OCCHC/SteppingUP's Class of 2021 embark on college life with the proper resources to thrive in the digital era! Here's how you can help: 1) Sponsor a kit (valued at $550)... 2) Donate a kit item on our Amazon Wish List (link below) 3) Make a financial contribution 4) Share the campaign with friends and family 5) Connect us to resources THANK YOU FOR BELIEVING IN OUR FUTURE! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11IN9Z5NWTVFL

Calling all SteppingUP students, alumni and parents! Are you interested in learning about a career in technology? Join our Virtual Careers in TECH Panel hosted by Pacific Western Bank TOMORROW, Thursday, 2/18 at 3:30pm. RSVP by visiting https://bit.ly/CareersinTECH

Join us for a FREE class this Saturday, February 20th! For more information, email [email protected]

OCCHC’s annual Toy Drive is back! Every year we strive to make the holiday season a little brighter for our families in need. This year our goal is to provide 200 toys to children of families struggling to make ends meet this holiday season and we could use your help. OCCHC’s annual Toy Drive will be held from October 15th December 7th. If you are interested in making a difference, please join us by making a donation, purchasing a toy and/or sharing our link with your fr...iends and community. For more ideas, visit our Amazon Wish List below: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GSSYFHKNGOPF Together, we can make a difference!

During Amazon Prime Days, you can support your local nonprofit with your purchase! Visit Amazon Smile at https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/homepage?orig=%2F and select Orange County Community Housing Corporation as your Charitable organization. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to OCCHC!

This Labor Day we would like to thank each of our first responders who continue to battle the front lines. Thank you for making a difference.

OCCHC has remained fully operational through the pandemic thanks to our generous supporters and continues to provide free financial education workshops virtually to help families learn how they can get through the pandemic. Join us for a free webinar in September to assist you in creating the tools that will help you take charge of your financial future.

We are grateful to the OC Community Resilience Fund for your support that allows OCCHC/SteppingUP to provide the housing and resources needed for families most impacted by COVID-19 in Orange County. Your generous support continues to provide the sustainability of a safe and affordable home during the pandemic and the free program services needed to continue on a path to self-sufficiency. Thank You! Orange County Community Foundation Charitable Ventures Orange County Grantmakers #OCCRF #OCResilience

Happy National Nonprofit Day! For 43 years, OCCHC has been dedicated to providing a safe, stable and affordable home for families most in need while also providing the education and resources that asst in stepping up towards a brighter future. Thank you to our donors who continue to make an impact on families facing these uncertain times. Together we will make a difference for our future.

Cheers to our final four SteppingUP graduates. Here’s to the next chapter in your life. We can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! SteppingUP has significantly helped me and allowed me to learn the importance of a higher education while exposing me to different universities and different ways of life. Sandra

Congratulations to CAP’s Class of 2020 with graduates stepping up to Fullerton College, CSU Fullerton, Santa Ana Community College, CSU Long Beach and UC Merced!

The celebration continues. Join us in congratulating our 2020 High School Seniors! "I came into the program with no clear direction of what I wanted to do in college. I learned about different careers and what would be right for me. I met many new people and have been to colleges I’ve never seen before." - Fernando

Join our Homebuying Virtual Webinar where you will have the opportunity to learn about buying your first home from a Loan Officer, Realtor and an Insurance Agent. For information please contact Letty at (714) 558-8161 ext. 116 or [email protected]

The celebration of our 2020 high school graduates continues. Today will be the first of many proud, successful moments. Thank you to our donors who continue to light the path for our future.

Our next Virtual Homebuyers Webinar and Workshop will be held July 25th from 8:30-12PM & July 30th at 6:30pm. If interested please call Maggie at 714.558.8161 ext 119 or email at [email protected]

OCCHC/SteppingUP’s celebration of its Class of 2020 continues with Kelly, Alexander, Areli, Ulices and Darlene. "SteppingUP helped me learn a lot. I couldn’t have asked for a better academic advisor. I learned so much through the STEM workshops and going on campus tours." - Alexander Thank you to our many donors to continue to make a difference for students, like Alexander, who is now the first in his family to attend college. Congratulations to our Class of 2020!

Congratulations to the CAP Class of 2020. Although graduation was different this year, you rose to the challenge. Through your hard work and dedication, you have succeeded and we congratulate your success.