California State Senator Susan Rubio, Habitat for Humanity Board Chair Debbie Slavin, and Habitat for Humanity Chief Executive Officer Bryan Wong at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Katie Chacho, Hogan Lovells Honoree Loryn Arkow, and Jason Conaty at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Scott Aldas, Tina Daoussis, Bob Martinez, Gabrielle Mendoza, Kim Totten, and Totten Tubes Honoree Paul Totten at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Altadena Build Back Foundation Honorees Mark Mariscal, Tony Gronroos, Candice Kim, and Habitat for Humanity Chief Executive Officer Bryan Wong at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Bree Jenson, Event Chair Kaitlyn Stamos, and Laura Ealy at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Stephanie Cortez and Gelareh Arbab at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Carol Wood, Janine Wood, and Sharice Green at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Marc Ulrich and Jill Anderson at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Cynthia Soto, Brian Stanley, and Habitat for Humanity Vice Chair Paul Nelson at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Tyler Roberts, Judd Orlando, and Rachel Lorenzo at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Robert Lo, Maribel Gonzalez, Jesse Carrilo, and Mike Nijjar at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Dil Kahn and Ruben Munoz at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Michael Joe, Brandon An, Gary Tang, Adam Sisson, and Sayaka Ota at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Ace and Erika Potter at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Michael Bridges, Lori Kind, and Phillip Ho at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Ali and John Brotherton at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Alex Atheson, Cynthia Sigler, Crystal Guttenberger, Jagrup Champlin, and Mac Champlin at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Paul Van Ast, Sue Totten Goltz, and Ian Goltz at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Altadena Build Back Foundation Honoree Mark Mariscal and Karla Sayles at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
George Garcia, Mike Nijjar, and Grant Power at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Thuy Bui, Habitat for Humanity Board Chair Debbie Slavin, and Rachel Lorenzo at Habitat for Humanity SGV's Raise the Roof Gala held at Le Méridien [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
The San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 3rd Annual Raise the Roof Gala proved to be a vibrant and meaningful evening, bringing together community members, leaders, and supporters in a sold-out celebration of resilience and hope. Held at Le Meridien in Arcadia on Saturday, September 27, the event highlighted the organization’s commitment to helping families in Altadena as they continue to recover and rebuild in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire. Guests joined in an elegant night of dining, inspiration, and generosity, with every contribution going directly toward long-term recovery efforts.
The gala honored the unique spirit and strength of Altadena, shining a light on the culture and character of a community determined to rise from adversity. Funds raised will support a range of efforts, including rebuilding homes, preserving the distinct identity of neighborhoods, and easing the challenges families face in navigating a complex and often overwhelming recovery process. The evening also underscored the organization’s collaborative approach, built on partnerships with residents and local leaders to ensure rebuilding efforts meet the actual needs of the community—from supporting multigenerational families to reinforcing long-term resilience.
Beyond the dinner and program, the atmosphere carried a sense of shared purpose as attendees united under one common goal: restoring stability and creating a brighter future for Altadena residents. The sold-out event reflected the remarkable support of the broader San Gabriel Valley for this cause, and it left guests with a powerful reminder that rebuilding after loss is not just about structures, but about restoring lives and strengthening community bonds. The Raise the Roof Gala once again built more than awareness and funding—it built hope.
