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Housing
At the Hope through Housing Foundation, we are dedicated to elevating the well-being and self-sufficiency of low-income residents living within National CORE affordable apartment communities throughout Southern California and beyond. Believing that both people and place matter in achieving community-wide well-being, Hope through Housing concentrates direct services, partnerships, and other resources right in the neighborhoods that need them most. At the individual level, our goal is to see all people thrive—whether that means helping children do well in school, families improve their financial situation, or seniors age with dignity in their own homes. In turn, Hope helps to transform entire neighborhoods as individual success leads to community success, influencing communities’ quality of life and creating real change in neighborhoods plagued with poverty, crime, blight, and isolation.
A Legacy of Inspiration: The Story Behind the Eric Dickerson Learning Center
Behind the Eric Dickerson Learning Center is a deeply personal story — one of courage, friendship and a strong belief in the power of possibility. Eric Dickerson is known to the world as a Hall of Famer, but those who know him best see a man whose greatest passion lies in giving back. For Eric, this center is more than a vision — it’s a piece of his heart.
As a father, Eric watched his daughter Keri face the challenges of dyslexia with courage and determination. Her journey wasn’t easy, but with the right support and belief, she overcame the odds. Today, her story stands as living proof that when children are given the tools to succeed, there’s no limit to what they can achieve. This vision came to life through Eric’s longtime friendship with Jeff Burum, founder of National CORE and Hope through Housing. Together, they shared a dream of building something lasting — a place where children feel seen, supported and free to dream big. A place that reflects the values they’ve lived by: community, compassion and
