Over the past 21 years, Habitat to the Max supporters have raised over $2 million to help build 17 affordable homes and provide much needed home repairs for Ventura County residents.

As new home construction continues to grow, the need for essential home repairs remains a serious concern in Ventura County. For this reason, Habitat to the Max is refocusing its efforts exclusively on Habitat Ventura's Home Repair program; adding to Habitat Ventura's list of over 400 repairs for homeowners in Ventura County over the last four decades. Through these critical repairs, local families, seniors, and veterans are able to remain safely in their homes with the dignity, security, and independence they deserve.

Meet Debbie, whose home was transformed and her life made easier through essential repairs.

“The repairs and upgrades done to my home bathroom were life changing. It used to be stressful for me and my caregivers to get me in and out of the shower and now I feel safe.”  - Debbie, Habitat Home Repair Recipient

We invite you to help Habitat to the Max celebrate its 21st year with a donation that will make an immediate and lasting impact on Ventura County families in need.

When giving please consider:

  • giving what you can
  • reviewing the sponsor levels (click button below)
  • doubling your donation up to $20,000 as part of our Match for New Sponsors program
  • using your IRA Charitable rollover (unsure what this is? Please contact us and ask.)
  • applying for a "company match." Ask your employer if this option is available to you.
Habitat to the Max

Meet the Rodriguez family

Mayra and Jose Rodriguez are thrilled to become future Habitat homeowners in Port Hueneme and can’t wait to start building their future home alongside supporters like you. Jose is a carpenter and Mayra is a Kindergarten teacher. The couple is currently living with Mayra’s parents at their home. “We work hard and want to start a family of our own, but also want to be financially stable and have our own place for our future kids to grow up and have space. Plus, we want our own space as a married couple. That’s everything a young, hardworking couple or person should be able to achieve. I know this is a struggle many young people just like us are facing,” Mayra. When they got the call that they had been accepted, they said it was life-changing and that everything is finally falling into place for them. “Thank you for your support, you and all of Habitat’s incredible support system are making our dreams come true,” says Mayra.

Habitat to the Max

Meet the Chavez family

Crystal and her two children, Monet and Nyle, share one tiny room in her mother’s overcrowded home. While she is grateful to have her family’s support, you can imagine how much she and her family need their own space, where her children can grow. “I felt like a failure. I hadn’t been able to give my children what they deserve. I did everything right, not eating out and saving whenever possible, but it was never enough,” said Crystal. Like many parents during the pandemic, Crystal was stretched thin. She worked full time, attended college classes, and helped her kids with their distance learning -- all from the room that she and her kids share. “That was the toughest time I’ve ever endured. It was so overwhelming. I had almost given up hope. That’s when my mom found the ad for Habitat Ventura, and I applied for a Habitat home,” said Crystal. When Crystal learned she had been selected to partner with Habitat Ventura County, it was like a burden had been lifted. Finally, there was a light at the end of the tunnel.
“I appreciate the process more because it’s hands-on -- it’s more involved, more personal. It’s not just a house, it’s a home that I can be a part of from beginning to end. It’s a blessing that there’s hope for people like me who are working hard in their pursuit of homeownership,” said Crystal.  After finishing 500 hours of sweat equity with our volunteers, her family will move into their new Port Hueneme townhome and pay an affordable mortgage. Crystal Chavez will become a homeowner because of you.

Habitat to the Max started over 20 years ago under the stewardship and sponsorship of  St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church

What started with home builds for families like the Ruvalcabas and the Rodriguezes, has turned into a renewed focus on essential home repairs. With a growing number of seniors, veterans and disabled homeowners unable to keep up with the cost of essential home repairs, St. Max volunteers are dedicating their resources completely to Habitat Ventura's Home Repairs Program.

Enjoy this video about Habitat to the Max

Habitat to the Max

The dedication of the Ayala family's home in Oxnard. 2018.

Habitat to the Max

The team from Stonefire Grill joining Habitat To The Max for a volunteer build day, 2019.

Habitat to the Max

The dedication of the Morales-Castro family's home, 2020.

Habitat to the Max

Meet a few of our dedicated Habitat To The Max team members, Frank, Bill and Tim.