As summer comes to a close, we are excited to share updates from across our programs and community partnerships. From upcoming events to important conversations around affordable housing and down payment assistance, NWOC remains committed to building wealth through homeownership and strengthening our neighborhoods.
Discover Pathways to Homeownership: NWOC Annual Homebuyer Day Fair
RSVP today!
Join us for our Annual Homebuyer Day Fair on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Garden Grove Community Center.
A special thank you to our recently confirmed Platinum Sponsor, Wells Fargo, and Silver Sponsor, Bank of America for their generous support.
This FREE, family-friendly event will connect you with:
• Lenders
• Realtors
• Grants and assistance programs
• Community resources and more
📍 11300 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove, CA
📩 Contact: events@nwoc.org | 📞 714.490.1250
Affordable Housing Units Tour with NWOC Board Members
This month, NWOC Board Members had the opportunity to tour NWOC-owned affordable housing properties located in Fullerton, Brea, and La Habra. With a total of 98 affordable housing units, the visits provided valuable insights into the lasting impact of affordable housing and reinforced our mission to create sustainable pathways to homeownership.
Check out some photos from the tour.
You’re Invited: Lender Community Roundtable: Down Payment Assistance Presentation
Our team is pleased to host a Lender Community Roundtable via webinar geared specifically for first-time homebuyers.
This session will highlight:
• Down payment assistance opportunities
• Grants and special programs
• Lending products designed to expand options for homebuyers
📅 Date: September 24, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:45 – 7:15 PM
📍 Location: Webinar via Zoom
(Attendees will receive the Zoom link upon registration. One registration per person.)
NWOC Leaders Attend NeighborWorks Training Institute
Recently, NeighborWorks Orange County CEO & President, Helen O’Sullivan, and VP of Community Impact, Sahara Garcia, attended the NeighborWorks Training Institute (NTI), a five-day “mobile university” that brings together professionals from across the country. NTI offers more than 80 courses covering affordable housing development, homeownership and community lending, leadership, community engagement, and more.
Their participation provided opportunities to gain new insights, explore innovative tools, and connect with peers nationwide, further strengthening NWOC’s commitment to expanding affordable housing and building sustainable pathways to homeownership.
View photos from the training here
Join Us for the NeighborWorks Homeownership Empowerment Initiative on Sept. 9
Looking to take your first step toward homeownership? The NeighborWorks Homeownership Empowerment Initiative (NHEI) is here to help.
This 90-minute virtual webinar, held at 5:45 PM on the second Tuesday of every month, is designed to close the homeownership gap and empower families with the knowledge and tools to build wealth, access quality housing, and take advantage of down payment assistance opportunities.
During the session, community lending partners provide an overview of available down payment assistance programs and an introduction to the fundamentals of homebuying—including credit, lending, and homeownership basics.
📅 Next Session:
September 9, 2025 | 5:45 PM
Featuring: California Bank & Trust
Registration is required, and the webinar link will be emailed prior to the session. Please note this class does not provide a certificate.
Thank You to Our Partners & Supporters
We extend our deepest gratitude to our partners, supporters, and donors whose contributions allow us to continue making homeownership a reality for families across Orange County. Your commitment helps strengthen communities and expand opportunities for generations to come.
