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Toy Drive at The Colony in Bastrop Brings Brighter Christmas to Central Texas Families in Need

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Friday, December 17, 2021

BASTROP, Texas, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The HomeAid Austin toy drive at The Colony in Bastrop's Holiday Model Tour Extravaganza was a resounding success.

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  • BASTROP, Texas, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The HomeAid Austin toy drive at The Colony in Bastrop's Holiday Model Tour Extravaganza was a resounding success.
  • The toy drive was organized by HomeAid Austin, a nonprofit organization helping people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
  • "We are grateful to our Realtor partners for helping bring joy to Central Texas families in need this holiday season," said Rick Neff, Senior Vice President of Hunt Communities.
  • "The Colony is proud to support Texas Baptist Children's Home and HomeAid Austin in the important work they do to keep families sheltered, safe and hopeful."

Tiny Home Villages Collaboration Honored with Fast Company 2021 Innovation by Design Award

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

The Fast Company awards, now in their 10th year, recognize people, teams, and companies that transform businesses, organizations, and society through design.

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  • The Fast Company awards, now in their 10th year, recognize people, teams, and companies that transform businesses, organizations, and society through design.
  • One of the most sought-after design awards in the industry, Innovation by Design is the only competition to honor creative work at the intersection of design, business, and innovation, recognizing the people, companies, and trends that have steadily advanced design to the forefront of the business conversation.
  • The 2021 honorees include nearly 600 projects, products, and services from Nike, Verizon, Microsoft, and others.
  • Winners, finalists, and honorable mentions are featured online and in the October issue of Fast Company magazine, on newsstands September 28.

HomeAid Collects Over 2.7 Million Diapers in 2021 Spring Essentials Campaigns

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Monday, July 26, 2021

HomeAid addresses this challenge for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness through its Essentials community engagement program by asking building partners, local businesses, and individuals to donate diapers and other necessary baby items -- these items are collected and distributed to local service providers who then provide to families and children in need.

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  • The COVID-19 Pandemic has only made the crisis of families and children struggling with homelessness worse.
  • There is still an opportunity to participate and meet these critical needs as HomeAid Utah and HomeAid Northern Virginia are to hold additional Essential campaigns later this year.
  • HomeAid has completed over 1,000 housing and outreach projects with a value of more than $288 million.
  • For more information, visit www.homeaid.org or contact Stacy Greer, National Director of Marketing and Communications, HomeAid, [email protected] , (949) 610-2569.

HomeAid Names Jeff Roos Chair of Board of Directors

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

IRVINE, Calif., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- HomeAid, a pioneer in developing housing and programmatic facilities for those experiencing homelessness, is pleased to announce the appointment of, Jeff Roos, Regional President of Lennar Corporation as Chair of the Board of Directors.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- HomeAid, a pioneer in developing housing and programmatic facilities for those experiencing homelessness, is pleased to announce the appointment of, Jeff Roos, Regional President of Lennar Corporation as Chair of the Board of Directors.
  • Roos who has served on the national board since 2009, will lead its Board of Directors as Chair for the 2021-2022 term succeeding outgoing Chair Sheryl Palmer, Chairman & CEO of Taylor Morrison who has served since 2019.
  • "HomeAid is truly fortunate to have Jeff Roos serve as Chair of our national efforts creating safe and dignified housing for those most vulnerable in our community - those without a home," HomeAid CEO Scott Larson said.
  • Roos has been involved in the homebuilding and construction industry for more than 35 years.

McCalle Fryar Wins 'Excellence under 45' Award: Texas Association of Builders Acknowledges Fryar's Relentless Work for HomeAid

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

DENVER, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --McCalle Fryar at 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, is the winner of the "Excellence under 45" award for her work with HomeAid Houston and Austin, the Texas Association of Builders announced.

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  • DENVER, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --McCalle Fryar at 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, is the winner of the "Excellence under 45" award for her work with HomeAid Houston and Austin, the Texas Association of Builders announced.
  • Fryar began her work with HomeAid in 2008, co-chairing and growing the HomeAid Amazing Ladies Organization luncheon.
  • "She gives a voice to the great work HomeAid has done for homeless Texans while bringing HomeAid's mission to all Texas builders.
  • In addition to her work with HomeAid, Fryar has represented 2-10 HBW for over 16 years.

HomeAid Phoenix Collects and Distributes 13,000 Pairs of Socks and 2,500 Blankets to Various Phoenix Nonprofits Serving the Homeless

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Saturday, December 21, 2019

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Launched in September 2019, HomeAid Phoenix is the 19th Chapter of HomeAid America.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Launched in September 2019, HomeAid Phoenix is the 19th Chapter of HomeAid America.
  • Share the Warmth was the first large scale effort of the new Chapter and the response was overwhelming!
  • Over 13,000 pairs of new socks and 2,500 new blankets were donated by partners throughout the building, lending, and real estate industry across the Metro Phoenix area.
  • "6,300 people will experience homelessness on any given night across Maricopa County," said Sam Leyvas, HomeAid Phoenix Executive Director.

Taylor Morrison Chairman and CEO Sheryl Palmer Inducted into California Homebuilding Foundation Hall of Fame

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Thursday, May 30, 2019

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Last night, Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (NYSE: TMHC) chairman and CEO Sheryl Palmer joined a prestigious group of more than 230 building industry professionals as one of four 2019 inductees to the California Homebuilding Foundation (CHF) Hall of Fame.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Last night, Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (NYSE: TMHC) chairman and CEO Sheryl Palmer joined a prestigious group of more than 230 building industry professionals as one of four 2019 inductees to the California Homebuilding Foundation (CHF) Hall of Fame.
  • Palmer was recognized at the San Francisco celebration for outstanding career achievements, philanthropic contributions and advocacy efforts to advance homebuilding in California.
  • "The California Homebuilding Foundation plays an integral role in the continued growth and success of homebuilding within California's unique array of challenges and opportunities.
  • Palmer serves on the Taylor Morrison Foundation executive committee and is chairman of HomeAid America's national board of directors for the 2019-2020 term.

BNBuilders Expands Southern California Presence with Orange County Office and New Key Executive

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Monday, May 20, 2019

Founded in Seattle, BNBuilders opened its first Southern California office in 2010 in San Diego.

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  • Founded in Seattle, BNBuilders opened its first Southern California office in 2010 in San Diego.
  • The company's quantity and diversity of projects have helped the Southern California office in San Diego grow exponentially.
  • BNBuilders' expansion continues throughout the Southern California region with the opening of the Los Angeles/Orange County office in Newport Beach.
  • Sean Fowler, LEED AP, joins the BNBuilders Orange County team as its first Project Executive working from the Newport Beach office.

HomeAid Sacramento Receives Grant To Build Safe Cottages For WEAVE

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Thursday, February 28, 2019

ROSEVILLE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Elliott Homes announced today a $175,000 grant to HomeAid Sacramento in order to support its upcoming construction of two transitional cottages at WEAVE's confidential Sacramento Safehouse Campus.

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  • ROSEVILLE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Elliott Homes announced today a $175,000 grant to HomeAid Sacramento in order to support its upcoming construction of two transitional cottages at WEAVE's confidential Sacramento Safehouse Campus.
  • The grant was announced at the groundbreaking for the project hosted by WEAVE, Inc. and HomeAid Sacramento at the offices of the North State Building Industry Association.
  • "Over the years, HomeAid has been able to count on the generosity and support of important partners, like Elliott Homes, to support our mission," said Beth Kang, Executive Director of HomeAid Sacramento.
  • HomeAid Sacramento builds hope for homeless families and individuals in the Sacramento region.

HomeAid America Names Sheryl Palmer 2019-2020 Chairman

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Friday, January 4, 2019

Palmer succeeds outgoing Chairman Scott Stowell, former Executive Chairman of the Board for CalAtlantic Group and member of the Lennar Board of Directors.

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  • Palmer succeeds outgoing Chairman Scott Stowell, former Executive Chairman of the Board for CalAtlantic Group and member of the Lennar Board of Directors.
  • "HomeAid is incredibly fortunate to have an industry leader like Sheryl Palmer serving as our Chair the next two years," HomeAid America CEO Peter Simons said.
  • Palmer has served as a member of HomeAid America's National Board of Directors and Executive Committee since 2017.
  • Sheryl Palmer is Chairman and CEO of Taylor Morrison Home Corporation, a leading national homebuilder and developer based in Scottsdale, Arizona.