WE ARE HOME AGAIN L.A.
A brief history...
Home Again Los Angeles, HALA, was created by a group of dedicated volunteers including local congregation leaders as a means to help situationally homeless families who at times are not as visible as the chronic homeless population. One of our founding board members, Jennifer Greene-Smith, had learned about the Family Promise National organization when she was studying. Jennifer, along with Pastor Paul Clairville from Westminster Presbyterian, brought the idea to our community and soon after community meetings began to take place. From 2008-2010 several fundraisers took place in order to raise funds to open our doors. Many community meetings took place to develop our name, by-laws, board of directors and hire staff. It was during this time that we created what we were then known as, Family Promise of the East San Fernando Valley.
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It was in July 2010 when the board of directors and staff opened its doors to provide shelter for the very first family.
t was for the next four years that the organization worked diligently in providing supportive services while our partners, local congregations, provided overnight accommodations and meals.
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In 2014, FPV temporarily shut its doors down to regroup and strategize on ways to raise funds and continue helping families experiencing homelessness. In 2014, an annual benefit was held which raised awareness of the organizations mission while raising much needed funds.
In July 2015, the board of directors hired a new Chief Executive Officer, Albert Hernandez, who helped rebuild the organization. It was from 2015 until present time that the organization raised funds, partnered with new foundation and cities to expand services including adopting new programs such as rapid rehousing, transitional housing, homeless prevention and more. The organization grew from a staff of 2 to 14, with three sites including 2 in Burbank and 1 in Glendale. Today we continue to support our most vulnerable population by offering unique programming that has resulted in over 600 homeless families moving back into permanent housing since 2010.
Areas We Service
Our Mission
To assist families experiencing homelessness gain independence by transitioning
into permanent housing and employment with the support of our community.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be leading community organization committed to building
a brighter future by ending homelessness, one family at a time.
Awards
Through the compassionate and loving care we provide to the homeless population
our organization and staff have earned several awards.

2016 Non-Profit of the Year
Home Again Los Angeles awarded the inaugural Non-Profit of the Year by California 5th Senate District.

2017 Top 30 in 30 Visionary Award
Executive Director, Albert Hernandez recognized as a Top 30 in 30 Visionary by the Southern California Leadership Network & LA Chamber of Commerce.

2018 Citizen of the Year
Executive Director, Albert Hernandez awarded the Citizen of the Year by the Burbank Association of Realtors.
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2019 Purple Tie Awards
Presented by the Glendale YWCA, Purple Tie Awards event, recognizing men who are working to end domestic violence. Family Promise was honored for their partnership and leadership.

2021 Community Service Award
In Spring 2021, Home Again Los Angeles was awarded the Community Service Award by the Kiwanis Club of Glendale for our commitment to help homeless families with children in securing housing.

2023 Guidestar
Seal of Transparency
This recognition shows commitment to transparency in financials metrics.

2023 Humanitarian
Award
The Valley Economic Alliance presented a Valley of the Star to Home Again LA.
Grants Awarded
2021-2022
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AmazonSmile Foundation
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Cabrini Literary Guild Grant
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Charity Aid Foundation of America
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Community Development Block Grant
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Continuum of Care Grant
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Emergency Solutions Grant
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Glendale Presbyterian Church-Missions Grants
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Local Initiatives Support Corporation
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Providence Systems Grant
2020-2021
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AmazonSmile Foundation
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California Emergency Solutions & Housing
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California Foundation for Stronger Communities
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Charity Aid Foundation of America
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Community Development Block Grant
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Community Foundation of the Verdugos
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Continuum of Care Grant
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Dignity Health Care Foundation
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Emergency Solutions Grant
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Harold Edelstein Foundation
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Homeless, Housing Assistance & Prevention
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LA County Development Authority Fund
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Local Initiatives Support Corporation
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Measure H
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Mother Joseph Fund
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Soroptimist International of Glendale
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State Farm Foundation
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Venable Foundation
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Walt Disney Co. Foundation
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Women In California Leadership Grant
2019-2020
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Aufmuth Family Foundation
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Barbara & Jay Fritz Foundation
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California Emergency Solutions & Housing
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California Foundation for Stronger Communities
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Community Development Block Grant
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Continuum of Care Grant
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Dignity Health Care Foundation
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Glendale Kiwanis Foundation
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Harold Edelstein Foundation
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General Electric Foundation
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LA County Development Authority Fund
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Mother Joseph Fund
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National Charity League - Burbank Grant
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United Way Los Angeles Fund
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Venable Foundation
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Walt Disney Co. Foundation
Timeline
2010
Family Promise of the Verdugos opens its Shelter program in July 2010 to serve its first homeless families.

Rapid Rehousing
Family Promise of the Verdugos begins a new partnership with cities of Glendale and Burbank to offer Rapid Rehousing programs focused on chronically homeless families.
2017
2018
A partnership was created to serve as a sub-recepient of LA Family Housing. Our partnership expanded our services and knowledge in government opportunties.
2020
FPV begins operating Jerry's Promise, a Transitional Housing apartment building.
2019

FPV merges with Communitas to strengthen its preventive services to include financial planning and job development.
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Family Promise of the Verdugos rebrands to create an organization focused solely on the homeless crisis in our region. The new name approved by the Board of Directors is:
Home Again Los Angeles
2022
Our Values
Our vision is to be leading community organization committed to building a brighter future by ending homelessness, one family at a time.

Dignity
Treat each person with honor and appreciation.

Compassion
Demonstrate understanding, care, and concern.

Respect
Acknowledge the feelings, wishes, rights and traditions of others.

Empowerment
Promote self-sufficiency and confidence.

Hope
Face the future with optimism.
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Ending Homelessness
One Family at a Time