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A SAHABA INITIATIVE PROJECT

Rufayda’s Housing

A Transitional Housing Community for Families, Mothers & Children

Rufayda’s Housing provides safe, structured, and dignified transitional housing for families working to rebuild their lives and move toward lasting independence.

19
Units. One Community.

A structured, zakat-eligible housing model in Pasadena that supports families with dignity, stability, and agency.

Up to 23 families at one time
6–9 Months target transition period
SEE THE VISION

A Safe Place to Rebuild

Learn how Rufayda’s Housing is creating a structured pathway from housing instability to sustainable independence.

THE PROBLEM WE ARE SOLVING

When Stability Breaks, Everything Breaks

Without stable housing, children lose school continuity, employment becomes unstable, and families can fall deeper into crisis.

Housing is the intervention point.

We Focus on Supporting Families Experiencing:

Domestic hardship and sudden family disruption

Financial collapse or loss of household income

Housing instability with no reliable safety net

The need to rebuild life in a safe environment

THE MODEL

Structured Transitional Housing

Rufayda’s Housing combines stable housing with individualized support designed to help each family successfully transition into independent housing.

19

Housing Units

A dedicated transitional housing community located in Pasadena.

Up to 23

Families at a Time

Two-bedroom units may support two smaller families when appropriate.

6–9

Month Transition Goal

Success is measured by a family’s transition to stability, not occupancy.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

More Than Housing

Zakat eligibility screening Rent and utilities support Individualized case management School continuity support Stability-first planning
WHY PASADENA?

Environment Creates Opportunity

Families are not being isolated from opportunity. They are being positioned in an environment designed to accelerate recovery, stability, and independence.

01

Access to Opportunity

Proximity to employment, schools, healthcare, and government services.

02

Safe and Stable

A stable neighborhood with gated access and cameras throughout the facilities.

03

Community Integration

Families remain connected to resources, support systems, and everyday community life.

WRAPAROUND SUPPORT

Helping Families Build Long-Term Stability

A shared case manager coordinates an individualized support plan for each participating family.

01

Financial Literacy

Financial education and workforce training to build sustainable household income.

02

Family Planning

Long-term planning focused on housing, family goals, and financial independence.

03

Subsidized Rent

Stable housing gives families time to recover and prepare for their next step.

04

Counseling Support

Counseling and parenting support help strengthen the entire family.

05

Job Placement

Employment assistance helps families move toward long-term financial stability.

YOUR IMPACT
$1,500

Houses One Family for One Month

Your support provides much more than temporary shelter. It gives a family the stability, time, and resources needed to rebuild.

Target Outcomes

80% transition to independent housing
100% school continuity for children
increased household income during residency
reduced reliance on emergency assistance
RESTORING DIGNITY AT SCALE

Help a Family Move From Crisis to Stability

Your zakat-eligible contribution directly supports families receiving housing and wraparound services through Rufayda’s Housing.