Amber Celmer , Executive DIrector of HomeAid, which for 25 years has been the local building industry’s charity of choice in the region. HomeAid is one of the best-kept secrets in the Sacramento region’s fight against homelessness. Working with a variety of nonprofits, including St. Johns, Loaves and Fishes and WEAVE, HomeAid has helped build more than 100 housing renovation and construction projects in the region through the participation of BIA member builders and others making in-kind donations of labor and material.

When Amber Celmer said she considers the impact of what she's doing as executive director of charitable nonprofit HomeAid Sacramento, she's more aware than most about what it's like to be at the receiving end of charity.

Figuring out the housing piece for former foster youth is important, Celmer said, because it’s a “stepping stone” to self-sufficiency. Often, aged-out foster youth who access affordable housing programs are responsible for paying rent and utility bills. And with their housing secured, they can devote more energy to college or jobs.

HomeAid Sacramento team member, Amber, made the 13 Young Professionals list!