Our House hosted a breakfast on June 2019 benefiting families of the Auburn Housing Authority.

AHA hosted its Operation CommUNITY event on October 17th. The event was about unifying the community and developing new relationships. It was free and open to the public. Community partners were available and provided helpful information regarding resources, programs, and services. Attendees were able to meet and interact with local public safety and community officials. All enjoyed food, games, fellowship, and the live DJ.

Operation CommUNITY is our annual event aimed at unifying the community and fostering new relationships. We are delighted to have so many partners and local organizations come together and provide interactive activities and resources for their neighbors. We thank each of you for making Operation CommUNITY a success and can't wait to see you all again next year!

We appreciate the Dream Day Foundation for putting a smile on the faces of some of our seniors in the Porter Community! The project, “Planted Together”, was created to lift the spirits of senior citizens who are planted in their apartments due to the pandemic, COVID 19. They felt like the senior citizens being stuck in the homes would have a high risk of depression. Decorating their porches with flowers/plants would lift their spirits and brighten their days. They were absolutely correct in their thinking. The seniors were so excited about their flower gifts and have taken great pride in keeping the flowers watered daily.

Members of the Auburn and LaFayette Housing Authority’s Resident Advisory Board (RAB) attended the 2019 RAB Conference in Birmingham, AL in July 2019.

To assist families during the Christmas holidays, RHA partnered with the Food Bank to sponsor an onsite Farmer's Market on December 20th that provided fresh produce to 42 families.

RHA successfully hosted its first Annual Tailgate Event on Thursday, November 10th. This event provided an excellent opportunity for neighbors to come together under positive circumstances and enjoy some good food, music, and games! Great time had by all!

As Sandra Sanders approaches the milestone of 29.5 years of dedicated service with us, we are excited to celebrate her remarkable journey and contributions to our organization. As the Administrative Assistant under then Executive Director Lee Eastman and current CEO Sharon Tolbert. She was promoted to Administrative Assistant Accounting in August 2006 and then to Executive Administrative Assistant in July 2014. She has worn many hats during her employment at AHA and calls herself Jackie of all trades, Master of none. She has fostered good relationships with staff, tenants, and all the Boards of Commissioners. Please join us in expressing our heartfelt appreciation and warmest wishes to Sandra as she embarks on this new chapter.

We had a fantastic time at the "Santa Shoppe and Community Tree" event held at LHA on December 12. The festive atmosphere was contagious, with tenants embodying the true spirit of the season – full of joy and laughter. Representatives from 15 units and a total of 24 tenants participated in the event. For those who couldn't make it, we have arranged for them to come in this week for special pictures with the Community Tree. The excitement was palpable as everyone placed their personally decorated ornaments on the tree. A big thank you to Ms. Beth Redding from Roanoke Housing Authority, Wally Williamson, and Lindsey Williamson for their invaluable assistance. Our volunteers truly make these events memorable! Hot chocolate and cookies added to the warmth of the occasion. The children had the delightful task of choosing a gift, beautifully wrapped, to place under their Christmas tree for their mothers. As we reflect on this heartwarming event, we eagerly anticipate the upcoming New Year and the prospect of organizing more engaging events at LHA. Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making this event a success!

During the week of February 2nd, AHA Resident Services staff distributed school supply bags to student residents. Auburn Housing Authority values you as one of our young residents. We hope these school supplies help you finish the school year strong. We commend you for handling many of the changes brought on by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Education can provide you with opportunities to achieve whatever goals you desire in life. Continue to strive to achieve academic excellence. Please know that your Auburn Housing Authority staff is here to assist you.

Wonder Wednesday events with seniors

Auburn Housing Authority Resident Services hosted a Christmas Event for the Sparkman Community on December 9th . The residents snuggled up with hot chocolate, created Christmas ornaments and got to visit our special guest! Santa was loved by all.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Sparkman Community!

Youth residents from K-12th grade were invited to participate in the annual 'What Home Means to Me' poster contest in their community. The contest allows youth to showcase their creative talents by conveying what home means to them through a poster drawing! These poster events were held for our youth residents to get creative, have fun, and win prizes!

Featuring singer and guitarist Bill King, playing songs. Pizza, BINGO and Door prizes!

Thank you to Church of the Highlands Dream Center for choosing to serve our residents during 1st Saturday Serve!

View pictures from 2017 Memorials, Employee Retirements and Anniversaries

Auburn HA and the Auburn Police Department hosted its annual NNO event on September 21, 2017

Auburn University's Campus Kitchen hosted the annual Christmas dinner for AHA’s seniors. The dinner was held at the True Deliverance Holiness Church. Thank you to the Campus Kitchen for sponsoring the event and True Deliverance for allowing the event to be held at your facility.

The Auburn Housing Authority had its Annual Employee Meeting at the Boykin Community Center on October 14, 2021. The staff enjoyed lunch, and the CEO discussed COVID19 updates, employee recognitions, FYE2021 updates, FYE2022 goals and objectives, and more.

The 2024 MLK Day Scholarship Breakfast served as a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from unity and diversity within our community. It was heartening to see individuals from various backgrounds come together to celebrate a shared vision of equality. As we reflect on the insights gained from the breakfast, let's consider how we can actively contribute to the principles espoused by Dr. King in our respective capacities.

Our AHA Communities celebrated the last days of summer, with a fun event filled with free food and back-to-school supplies!

To assist families during the Thanksgiving holidays, the ACDC partnered with the Food Bank to sponsor an onsite Farmer's Market at the Ridgecrest site on November 19th that provided fresh produce to 142 families. A Farmer's Market was also held at the Boykin Community Center on December 17th which benefitted 161 families. The Farmer's Market was funded through the City of Auburn's CDBG program. Special thank you to Vice President Marguerite White for volunteering at the Farmer's Market event on November 19th! The ACDC operates a Food Pantry at Boykin Community Street located at 400 Boykin Street.

“Partnering With Us Has Its Benefits” – The Auburn Housing Authority (AHA) Team hosted a Landlord Symposium at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce on July 14th. The Landlord Symposium aimed to educate, recruit, and retain landlords for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Tenant-Based Voucher (TBV) program. 30 individuals attended and were composed of current landlords, potential landlords, community partners, and other housing agencies. Attendees learned the HCV program basics, the HCV housing need, and the benefits of participating in the HCV program. Bill Benson (Alabama DHR), LeJasmine Gary (Veteran Affairs), and Andrea Harris (Alabama Rural Coalition for the Homeless) were in attendance to discuss the specialized vouchers we work collaboratively to offer. AHA is committed to providing upward mobility opportunities to our residents/participants. We will continue to take actions that allow us to promote our programs to ensure we can provide opportunities that are accessible to all those we serve.

What a festive and joyful event we had at our Annual Christmas Luncheon and Dirty Santa at the Marriott in Opelika, AL. Our team gathered for a delicious feast filled with laughter, good food, and the warmth of holiday cheer. It was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the year and enjoy each other's company. The highlight of the day was our hilarious and heartwarming Dirty Santa gift exchange. From quirky gifts to unexpected surprises, our team knows how to spread holiday joy with a touch of humor. Check out our photo album for a glimpse of the laughter, smiles, and camaraderie that filled the room. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event a success.

June 2019

June 2019

Auburn Police Department (APD) collected school supplies leading up to National Night Out to benefit Auburn Housing Authority's (AHA) families. On August 8th, APD Offices and Staff and AHA Team Members set up in Ridgecrest to distribute the collected school supplies and give-a-way popsicles. AHA appreciates our partnership with APD, and we are thankful for their commitment to serving our families and community.