At the heart of the San Diego Housing Federation's mission are the incredible people whose lives are transformed by access to housing, education, and support. One of those stories belongs to Abraham Abrams, a property manager at Greenbrier Village with National CORE. Born in Guadalajara and raised in San Diego, Abraham’s journey to his current role is a powerful testament to the resilience and sense of community that SDHF fosters.

Dani’s career in housing began with the Federation in her early days as a graduate student when she volunteered at the annual conference. She recalls that first conference as an eye-opener, describing it as a room full of seasoned professionals talking about real, impactful solutions for housing. Despite feeling out of her depth, Dani left the event inspired and motivated, with a notebook full of ideas, a stack of business cards, and a new direction. Soon after, she began attending Federation roundtables and conferences, immersing herself in the world of housing and finding mentors who encouraged her to keep pushing forward.

Diana’s first experience with SDHF came in 2014 at the Resident Services Support Network (RSSN) Institute, where she found valuable resources and tools that helped her in her role. From that point on, SDHF became a constant presence in her career, providing workshops, educational programs, and opportunities to connect with other leaders in the field. In 2015, she joined the RSSN Committee, deepening her involvement in SDHF and giving her a chance to shape the future of resident services for others.

Her time with SDHF proved transformational, especially during strategic planning sessions with her peers. “Sitting with other dedicated professionals, brainstorming ways to make resident services even more impactful—it was inspiring. I began to see that we could do more than manage properties; we could build communities that empowered people,” Diana shares. SDHF’s support helped her to develop a broader vision, understanding resident services as a vital part of affordable housing, one that could drive meaningful change.

As we launch our end-of-year campaign, “With You All the Way,” we invite you to journey alongside us and witness the profound impact of the San Diego Housing Federation (SDHF) through the inspiring story of Todd Richardson. His narrative embodies the essence of resilience, connection, and growth that our community strives for.