activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 4
- Affordable housing development Acquisition and Rehabilitation of Affordable HousingDevelops award-winning affordable housing communities for working families, seniors, veterans, and individuals with special needs, including supportive and transit-oriented housing. Since 1990, has developed over 7,000 homes across California, from San Diego to Sacramento.
- Multi-use community campus development Acquisition and Rehabilitation of Affordable HousingOpened Wesley Village, a multi-use campus providing multigenerational housing and integrated services for residents and the broader community.
- Permanent supportive housing with wraparound services Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportConverts motels and other facilities into permanent supportive housing with integrated services to combat homelessness, including 336 units from six motel conversions and integration of healthcare services through the Housing for Health Sustainability Pilot under California’s CalAIM initiative.
- Resident and community services integration On-Campus and Pop-Up Food PantriesProvides on-site services including over 1,000 students in academic achievement programs with nearly 10,000 hours of tutoring, and delivers food assistance—632,000 pounds to over 2,200 households and over 63,000 pounds specifically to seniors—to address health and wellness needs.
advocacy · 1
- Health and housing policy advocacy Advocacy for Housing Access & EquityAdvocates for policy change by engaging executive staff and board members in public speaking at civic and industry events, and helped establish the Motel Conversion Ordinance in Anaheim to enable permanent housing conversions.
research · 1
- Health and housing research initiatives Advocacy for Housing Access & EquityConducts and publishes research on affordable housing impacts and collaborated with Orange County United Way and UC Irvine to produce the first report on the cost of homelessness in Orange County.
capacity building · 3
- Community development through collaborative partnerships Community Dialogue & Development InitiativesEstablishes Community Collaboratives at properties to build long-term partnerships with healthcare, education, and economic development organizations, addressing locally identified priorities and evolving community needs.
- Strategic organizational partnerships and funding Organizational Mergers and AcquisitionsSecured a $20 million investment from CalOptima Health to develop five new communities integrating housing with health services, and merged with HOMES, Inc. in 2010 to enhance impact on mental health and homelessness.
- Strategic planning and organizational growth Acquisition and Rehabilitation of Affordable HousingImplements a five-year strategic plan guiding operations and expansion for executive leadership and boards, and has leveraged $26.8 million in local funding into $383 million to develop over 1,110 homes across 15 communities in eight California counties.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Community-driven, data-informed development data_informed_community_assessmentUses data analysis, comprehensive community assessments, and neighborhood input to align housing and services with local needs, ensuring relevance, sustainability, and effectiveness in transforming communities.
- Cross-Disciplinary and Collaborative Development Model cross_disciplinary_community_transformationUses innovation across finance, construction, social services, and property management, combined with cross-sector partnerships and collaborative engagement of municipal, community, and institutional stakeholders, to adapt to market conditions and create sustainable, service-enriched housing.
- Cross-sector collaboration and partnership model cross_sector_partnershipsAdvances affordable housing and community development through trusted partnerships with municipal, financial, community, and institutional stakeholders, leveraging cross-disciplinary innovation and collaborative ethics.
- Equity-centered community transformation equity_conscious_housingCommits to addressing structural racism in housing by advancing fair, morally conscious development practices and changing public and policymaker perceptions through inclusive, long-term community engagement.
- Housing as a Platform for Community Transformation housing_as_platformLeverages housing development as a foundation for delivering supportive services, fostering community engagement, and driving long-term neighborhood revitalization through cross-sector collaboration and responsive programming.
- Housing as a platform for health and social services housing_as_platformUses permanent supportive housing—particularly through innovative models like motel conversion—to integrate healthcare and wraparound services, addressing chronic homelessness and improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
- Innovative, adaptive development model cross_disciplinary_community_transformationApplies cross-disciplinary innovation in finance, construction, and property management, guided by smart growth principles and sustainable design, to adapt to market changes and enhance community vitality.
- Integrated Affordable Housing and Supportive Services integrated_affordable_housing_and_servicesDevelops affordable housing in tandem with supportive, life-enhancing services to promote resident stability, self-sufficiency, and holistic community impact, recognizing housing as a platform for broader well-being.
- Integrated affordable housing and supportive services integrated_housing_and_servicesDevelops affordable housing alongside comprehensive, tailored resident services to promote long-term stability, self-sufficiency, and holistic community impact, using housing as a platform for broader social support.
- Long-Term Community Partnership and Equity Commitment equity_conscious_housingViews housing development as the beginning of an enduring partnership with communities, grounded in equity, moral responsibility, and structural awareness, to transform neighborhoods and shift public and policymaker perceptions.
- Needs-Based, Data-Informed Community Development data_informed_community_assessmentDesigns housing and services based on comprehensive community assessments, neighborhood input, and data analysis to ensure alignment with resident and community needs, promoting relevance, equity, and long-term sustainability.
- Permanent Supportive Housing with Integrated Health and Social Services housing_health_integrationConverts underutilized properties like motels into permanent supportive housing with wraparound services, including healthcare integration, to address chronic homelessness and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
- Resident-Centered Service Delivery Model resident_services_modelImplements tailored resident services through models like Housing With HEART to focus on education, activation, and community response, ensuring services are aligned with resident needs and promote long-term stability.
- Resident-centered service delivery resident_services_modelImplements tailored resident service models, such as Housing With HEART, to focus on education, activation, and community response, ensuring services are responsive and life-enhancing.
- Smart Growth and Sustainable Community Design smart_growthApplies smart growth principles by situating developments near essential services and employment centers, integrating sustainable design and community engagement to enhance access, vitality, and environmental responsibility.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Asset Management
Ongoing management and stewardship of affordable housing properties to ensure long-term sustainability and resident well-being
Community Collaboratives
Partnerships with local neighborhoods and organizations to support resident success and community integration
Construction
Full construction management and execution of affordable housing developments using diverse construction techniques
Housing Development
Development of affordable housing for families, seniors, veterans, and individuals with special needs, including supportive, inclusionary, transit-oriented, green, and motel conversion projects
Motel Conversions
Transforms underutilized motels into permanent affordable and supportive housing units
Permanent Supportive Housing
Offers long-term housing combined with supportive services for formerly homeless individuals and those with chronic health conditions
Resident Services
Comprehensive services for residents including support for families, seniors, special needs individuals, and permanent supportive housing programs
relationships · 26
who they work with
- CalOptima Health Funder — Landed $20 million investment from CalOptima Health to develop five new communities integrating housing with health services.
- California Department of Housing and Community Development Government — Provided funding and regulatory support for Jamboree's affordable housing projects.
- City of Anaheim Government — Partnered with Jamboree on affordable housing developments in Anaheim.
- City of Anaheim Partner — Partnered with the City of Anaheim to establish a Motel Conversion Ordinance and develop supportive housing projects.
- Community Collaboratives Partner — Partners with local neighborhoods to support community success
- Community Groups Partner — Collaborates with community groups to strengthen neighborhood outcomes.
- Cucamonga Valley Medical Group Partner — Partnered with Cucamonga Valley Medical Group to operate an onsite health clinic in a Fontana family development.
- Garden Grove United Methodist Church Partner — Co-developed Wesley Village on unused church land in partnership with Garden Grove United Methodist Church.
- Government Entities Government — Partners with government entities to support affordable housing and neighborhood integration.
- Granta Partners Partner — Partner organization involved in affordable housing development projects.
- HOMES, Inc. Partner — Merged with Jamboree in 2010 to impact mental health and homelessness.
- Healthcare Organizations Partner — Forms alliances with healthcare organizations to support community integration and resident well-being.
- Irvine Company Partner — Collaborated with Jamboree on transit-oriented affordable housing projects.
- Nonprofits Partner — Partners with other nonprofits to support integrated neighborhood development.
- Orange County United Way Partner — Collaborated with Orange County United Way to produce a report on the cost of homelessness in Orange County.
- Pacific Companies Partner — Formed a joint venture with Pacific Companies to develop approximately 1,000 units of senior and family housing.
- Philanthropy Partner — Engages with philanthropic organizations as part of innovative alliances for neighborhood development.
- Providence Partner — Partnered with Providence to finance Buena Esperanza and include a federally qualified health clinic in a Jamboree development.
- Quality Management Group Partner — Transitioned 42 Southern California communities to Quality Management Group for property management, totaling 56 sites under management.
- School Districts Partner — Collaborates with school districts as part of innovative alliances to integrate successful neighborhoods.
- UC Irvine Partner — Partnered with UC Irvine to produce the first report on the cost of homelessness in Orange County.
- advisory board Coalition — Advisory board members are actively involved in guiding Jamboree’s mission and strategic direction alongside the board of directors and executive management team.
- community partners Partner — Works with community-based organizations to support housing and services.
- development partners Partner — Collaborates with development organizations in housing projects.
- financial partners Partner — Partners with financial organizations to support affordable housing development.
- municipal partners Partner — Collaborates with municipal entities to develop affordable housing.