The mission of the Housing Resource Center (HRC) of Monterey County is to provide a continuum of housing resources for homeless prevention and affordable housing opportunities. HRC fosters community stability, stronger communities, and personal economic empowerment through education, advocacy, counseling and services.
MC Gives has Officially Launched!
Today marks the start of our community's MC GIVES fundraising campaign. The MC Gives campaign will run until December 31st at midnight! No donations can be accepted after that period, so don't delay in donating to our agency's BIG IDEA!
Join us for our 7th annual "Hops for Housing" event on December 11th at Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom in Salinas from 4pm-9pm! See the flyer below for details!
The Big Idea
HRC's Landlord Gold Standard Program has been the financial component for collaborating and supporting participating landlords within our agency. Our Gold Standard Project will continue to provide:
- a $1,000 new landlord incentive;
- up to $2,000 for unit repairs needed to pass a Housing Authority inspection; and
- up to $2,000 for any rental arrears left by a former tenant prior to HRC's client moving in.
These funds will also allow for an annual landlord appreciation event for new and existing landlords. HRC believes this type of financial service to landlords instills confidence in our agency's mission, and our ability to provide the landlord with a positive experience in collaborating with our clients. Our Landlord Gold Standard reflects HRC’s commitment to improve our community's housing crisis by housing the non-housed and improving the quality of housing provided through funded unit repairs.
When HRC introduced us to Sandra, she and her 7‑year‑old son were living in their car. Opening our doors to them turned out to be one of the most meaningful decisions we’ve ever made—four years later, she’s not only one of our best tenants but truly a part of our extended family. The Landlord Gold Standard program didn’t just provide housing, it gave us the joy of seeing a family rebuild their lives.
-David Polk
Upcoming Events
Three Year Goals
- Achieve financial strength and stability
- Increase temporary and permanent housing
- Attract, develop and retain quality staff
- Strengthen Board development and diversity
Who we are
Our agency has been a staple in our community since the early 1980’s. The names may have changed, but the mission remained the same. We have been advocating for affordable and attainable housing for all who need or request it. We recognize that each community member may be at a different housing phase; some are homeless and need a place to rent, some are at risk of becoming homeless, and some are renters who are looking to purchase a home for the first time. No matter the phase you are in, knowing where to go and who to speak can be rather daunting. With HRC, you know that for as long as you have been supporting us, we also strive to support you in all your housing endeavors.
Why should the community support us?
Our agency has been a staple in our community since the early 1980’s. The names may have changed, but the mission remained the same. We have been advocating for affordable and attainable housing for all who need or request it. We recognize that each community member may be at a different housing phase; some are homeless and need a place to rent, some are at risk of becoming homeless, and some are renters who are looking to purchase a home for the first time. No matter the phase you are in, knowing where to go and who to speak can be rather daunting. With HRC, you know that for as long as you have been supporting us, we also strive to support you in all your housing endeavors.