Celebrating 35 Years of Affordable Housing Excellence at the 2025 Ruby Awards!
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The Ruby Awards is San Diego County’s largest affordable housing community recognition event honoring the best people, projects, and achievements during the past year.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we commemorate the San Diego Housing Federation’s 35th Anniversary at the 2025 Ruby Awards, the region’s largest affordable housing recognition event.
One of SDHF’s signature events, the annual Ruby Awards brings together hundreds of housing and community leaders from across the region and around the state to applaud winners in more than a dozen categories and be inspired by their achievements.
The Ruby Awards recognizes excellence in affordable housing and community development, highlighting the accomplishments of people, agencies, and developments that work to ensure all San Diegans, regardless of income, have a safe, stable place they can afford to call home.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Dress Code: cocktail, semi formal, or formal attire encouraged.
Parking Information: Self-Parking will be offered at a discounted rate of $15. Valet parking is available for $19.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
We have several opportunities to show your support!
Contact Michelle Pranger for sponsorship information.
The deadline to secure sponsorship is Friday, May 17, 2025,
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
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sapphire sponsor
Amethyst
Tourquoise
Centerpiece Sponsor
VIP Reception
dessert reception
voice of lived experience Award
Resident leader Award
Award catergory
Wine sponsors
Non-Profit jade sponsor
2025 Ruby Award Categories
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An individual residing in affordable housing in our region who has played an important role in promoting the creation of more affordable housing and/or enhancing how affordable housing improves the lives of residents and local communities.
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An individual employee, volunteer, team, or program that is going beyond the call of duty to make a difference in the lives of residents.
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An industry partner who provided exceptional support on a complex affordable housing development completed between January 1, 2022 and December 31 2022. Nominees in this category include industries in architecture, design, development & construction.on text goes here
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Took unusual risks or initiatives to support affordable housing and community development. Nominees in this category include official government agencies and/or an appointed elected official (Individuals may not be government staff)
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An outstanding supportive housing project or organization in San Diego that has a focus on supportive services to enable people to end their homelessness.
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Recognizes an individual whose integrity shines through in their leadership, activism, or community work in affordable housing. Honors the late Rich Juarez, a co-founder of the Housing Federation, and a lifelong community leader in affordable housing.
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Recognizes excellence in affordable housing developments that were acquisition or rehabilitation projects completed in San Diego County between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022.
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Recognizes excellence in affordable housing developments completed in San Diego County between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022.
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The Voice of Lived Experience Award recognizes an individual with a lived experience of homelessness who has made a significant impact through their advocacy work, community engagement, and commitment to changing the narrative.
These are the individuals who shine a light on the true realities faced by our most vulnerable neighbors.
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Honoring exceptional leadership and dedication to mentoring future leaders in affordable housing management, this award celebrates those who empower individuals, foster growth, and inspire excellence in building stronger, more equitable communities.
Hotel Details
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Address: 333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 234-1500