On January 27th, South Coast AQMD’s Working with Communities (WWC) volunteer program collaborated with Habitat for Humanity (HFH) San Bernardino for their inaugural event of 2024.

In alignment with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring vision and commitment to justice and environmental equity, 15 volunteers from South Coast AQMD devoted their Saturday to contribute to the construction of new affordable housing.

South Coast AQMD’s participation in the home builds, embodies Dr. King’s vision of establishing a groundwork for hope and opportunity for low-income families eligible for HFH’s homeownership program.

Kesean Brown from South Coast AQMD’s Engineering and Permitting team remarked, “How I see today’s work as reflective of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is that we get to create a much more equitable space for low-income families who wouldn’t have the resources to purchase housing. The opportunities presented by HFH are fantastic and I feel like it truly highlights Dr. King’s legacy.”

Volunteer events such as these serve as a powerful catalyst for fostering a sense of community and pride. There are multiple events scheduled throughout the year.

For more information about the program and upcoming events, visit our Working with Communities webpage.