Jill wins progressive of the year Award!

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I am really proud that my amazing wife Jill recently received the "Progressive of the Year" award for her housing justice efforts on behalf of Making Housing and Community Happen (MHCH). She received certificates of appreciation from Congresswoman Judy Chu, Mayor Terry Tornek and State Assembly member Chris Holden.

 

I am not surprised that she won this award. Jill not only works tirelessly to educate and advocate for affordable/homeless housing, she  has inspired many others (including me!) to do likewise. At the Greater Pasadena Affordable Housing Group (GPAHG), we work together as teams and that's what enables to be so effective.  Most of our work is done by dedicated volunteers and by two part-time staff who do outstanding work. My work is a labor of love!

 

I am looking forward to another year of "making housing and community happen." Housing justice has become my passion, thanks in large part to Jill.

 

Thanks for your support. We couldn't do this work without you! 

 

Anthony  Manousos

Co-Founder of MHCH

 
Watch Jill livestreaming tell about the accomplishments of MHCH in the past year
 

Here's what our local newspaper, Pasadena Now, said about our work:

 

"After years of organizing faith-based communities and local non-profits around the twin issues of affordable housing and permanent supportive housing for the homeless, Shook’s group and its community allies achieved several stunning legislative victories in Pasadena during 2019.

    "Due in large part to her team’s organizing efforts, the City Council amended the City’s Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance to increase the affordable housing units in new developments from 15% to 20%. Shook and MHCH successfully advocated for 134 units of permanent supportive housing at Heritage Square South and the Salvation Army property." 

 

Please consider making a donation before the end of the year to help us continue and expand our work. We're only $6,500 away from our goal of $25,000 for this final quarter campaign. You can make a single donation or a monthly donation. You can even make a gift in the name of a friend or loved one!

 
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