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Stephanie Graham, Store Manager of Ferguson’s Vista store, donated plumbing fixtures for our first two houses.  We installed a Ferguson kitchen sink and a vanity in the cottage we donated to Wounded Warrior Homes. I asked Stephanie if Ferguson could donate plumbing supplies for our tiny houses.  She came through with a $5,000 store credit for us through Ferguson Cares.  She coordinated our first order with Tom Corr, Branch Manager for Ferguson’s Carlsbad store, who supplied rough plumbing supplies for our first two tiny houses.  We will be spending more of Ferguson’s generous store credit in the coming months.  Thanks Ferguson! [...]

Baker Electric delivers innovative electrical construction projects, specialty services, and renewable energy solutions across all market sectors.  Their experience includes projects in healthcare, education, hospitality/gaming, multifamily housing, solar power, public works and more.  Baker Electric has relied on the leadership of 4 generations of the Baker family. President and CEO Ted Baker created an employee stock ownership plan.  He believes that when Baker team members own the company, they in turn take care of their company and work hard to make it better.  Baker also believes that employees can make communities better through volunteering and supports the participation of Diane Barrios [...]

Sunbelt Rentals is a strong supporter of our veterans and our students.  Sunbelt loaned us a mini-excavator and trencher to do the site work for our first ADU, and Sunbelt recently helped us with the delivery of the trailer foundations for our first two Mobile Tiny Houses. “With heartfelt appreciation, Sunbelt Rentals wishes to acknowledge the men and women who have bravely served their countries and rightfully earned the honor of the esteemed distinction of veteran.  For all that you do, we salute you.” —  Brendan Horgan, Sunbelt Chairman & CEO

Dixieline Lumber & Home Centers donated the lumber and plywood to start the construction of our first two Moveable Tiny Houses, one at San Marcos High School and another at San Pasqual High School in Escondido.  Dixieline General Manager, Tim Lenehan, arranged the donation and coordinated the delivery of materials from two Dixieline yards to the schools. Tim works out of the Dixieline store in Escondido.  The next time you are shopping at Dixieline, please be sure to tell Tim’s awesome staff how much you appreciate Dixieline’s support of our veterans and students. Thank you Dixieline!

We are grateful to the Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund for awarding the Warrior Village Project a grant of $5,000 through The San Marcos Promise (now Project Next), in addition to $4,000 in 2020 and $5,000 in 2019.  One of the focus areas of the Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund is supporting affordable housing and shelter for those in need. In addition to the grants we have received from the Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund, Weyerhaeuser has donated building materials to San Marcos High School and Poway High School for their construction projects. Thank you, Weyerhaeuser, for your continued support of our students and veterans!  

Simpson Strong-Tie was one of the first Sponsors of the Warrior Village Project.  They donated the structural hardware for the first two stick-built houses constructed by our students at San Marcos High School. We asked Angel Leon, Simpson Strong -Tie Training Specialist / Outreach Coordinator, if the company would donate hardware and fasteners for our first two Moveable Tiny Houses that will be built at San Marcos High School and San Pasqual High School in Escondido.  Angel was quick to say yes.  In fact, Angel took time from his hectic schedule to deliver the hardware and fasteners himself.   Thank you Simpson [...]

An anonymous donor advised fund of the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) granted almost $17,000 to purchase the construction plans, curriculum, certification program, and trailer foundation for the Moveable Tiny House that students will build at San Pasqual High School in Escondido. JCF collaborates with individuals and organizations, and leverages philanthropic capital for positive impact.  Guided by Jewish values, the Jewish Community Foundation combines donor-driven philanthropy, investing, and education with trusted, personalized service, enabling individuals and organizations to effectively dedicate their resources for maximum benefit in the community.