2025 Affordable Housing & Community Development Conference Recap

The San Diego Housing Federation’s 2025 Affordable Housing & Community Development Conference brought together over 500 attendees on Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. This years theme “The Power of Us: 35 Years of Transforming Housing Through Collaboration”, focusing on celebrating 35 years of collective collaboration, advocacy, and innovation in advancing affordable housing across the region. The day highlighted the strength of our community and the shared commitment that continues to drive this work forward.

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2025 SHRSA Institute Recap

On Tuesday, January 28th, 2025, the San Diego Housing Federation hosted the Supportive Housing and Resident Services (SHRSA) Institute at the Mingei International Museum. This one-day immersive event brought together over 80 individuals from the supportive housing and resident services community for an enriching day of educational workshops designed to foster collaboration and professional growth.

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Celebrating a Year of Success: SDHF’s End-of-Year Celebration

The San Diego Housing Federation hosted its annual End-of-Year Celebration earlier this month at AleSmith Brewing Company, bringing together industry professionals, colleagues, and supporters to commemorate an unforgettable year of progress and community. The night was a perfect blend of networking, reflection, and fun, all while raising a glass to the dedicated work that continues to transform affordable housing in San Diego.

It was also a chance to honor and recognize the graduates, mentors, and instructor of the Affordable Housing Management Academy and their hard work throughout the course of the program, reflect on the many achievements of 2024, and to look forward to what’s to come in the new year.

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November Keystone Lunch Recap - Senator Steve Padilla

Last week, SDHF our final Keystone Lunch of the year at Parc Bistro and Brasserie with special guest, Senator Steve Padilla.

In addition to sharing the wins of SB 713 and other land use policy work being done in collaboration with SDHF, Senator Padilla discussed how workforce impacts access to housing with today's attendees. He spoke of the need to invest in housing production, workforce development programs, and strategic programs that support folks at every level.

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2024 Annual Affordable Housing and Community Development Conference Recap

The San Diego Housing Federation’s 2024 Annual Affordable Housing and Community Development Conference was a resounding success, drawing around 500 passionate attendees committed to “Amplifying Voices, Bridging Gaps, and Constructing Futures” in our communities. This year's theme resonated deeply, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation in the housing sector.

Events, Conference ItemsIsabella AndersonSeptember 19, 2024EventsComment

June Keystone Lunch with Lisa Jones

The San Diego Housing Federation hosted a special Keystone Member Lunch at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens on Wednesday, June 27th. There were over 20 members in attendance who were able to network, as well as hear from President & CEO of the San Diego Housing Commission, Lisa Jones.

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RECAP: 2024 Ruby Awards

On the evening of Thursday, June 6th, the San Diego Housing Federation hosted its 34th annual Ruby Awards at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. This esteemed event gathered 350 members of the community, including developers, advocates, policymakers, and other key stakeholders, to celebrate outstanding achievements in affordable housing development, community development, public policy, and housing advocacy.

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March Keystone Lunch with Supervisor Nora Vargas

The San Diego Housing Federation hosted a special Keystone Member Lunch at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens yesterday afternoon. There were over 20 members in attendance who were able to network, as well as hear from Supervisor Nora Vargas about pressing topics currently affecting our sector.

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Reflecting on a Day of Connection and Celebration with SDHF - Annual Meeting & Mixer Recap

Yesterday marked a significant day for the San Diego Housing Federation as we came together virtually for our Annual Membership Meeting and later in the evening in person for our first Member Mixer of 2024. Learn more!

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