VISTA, California, August 10, 2021–Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland recently donated over 600 books for young readers to Community HousingWorks, a non-profit that develops affordable housing communities for families. The books were placed in the building’s Learning Center at their Vista property on North Santa Fe Avenue. Soroptimist member Sherry Luz collected the books from club members and supporters. “The books were gently used and were donated by club members with an additional donation from Helen’s Book Mark in Escondido,” said Luz. Soroptimist supporter Paul Hoffman helped assemble bookcases for the reading alcove to house the books.
ABOUT Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland
Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland is part of an international organization for women who work to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Almost 95,000 Soroptimists in about 120 countries and territories contribute time and financial support to community–based and international projects that benefit women and girls. Visit soroptimistvista.org
ABOUT Community HousingWorks
Founded in 1988, Community HousingWorks is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that develops, rehabilitates, preserves and operates affordable apartment communities in San Diego and throughout California. In addition to providing working families and seniors with stable homes in healthy communities, Community HousingWorks layers in powerful programs, services and connections to resources. These tools help people attain financial stability, improve their health and overall well-being, and set school-age children up for success in the classroom and beyond. Community HousingWorks owns nearly 3,700 apartments in 42 communities statewide, serving over 9,700 working families, children and seniors. Community HousingWorks is an exemplary ranked member of the national NeighborWorks Network®, an award-winning affiliate of UnidosUS and a member of the prestigious Housing Partnership Network. To learn more, visit chworks.org.
