Californians for Homeownership was founded in response to the Legislature’s call to fight local anti-housing policies and expand affordable housing for millions of Californians.
CARES is C.A.R’s philanthropic framework to amplify the work, coordinate fundraising and broaden support of C.A.R.’s four charitable causes – Housing Affordability Fund, Scholarship Foundation, Education Foundation, and Disaster Relief Fund.
The Champions of Home Impact Awards honor California REALTORS® who have made a significant impact on their communities through volunteer efforts.
HAF plays an active role in addressing the ongoing housing affordability challenges facing California.
Make A Donation to HAFC.A.R. stands ready to assist REALTORS® who have been impacted by wildfires through its Disaster Relief Fund and NAR's REALTORS® Relief Foundation.
California Disaster ResourcesScholarships for California students planning to pursue a career in real estate.
New to the industry? YPN is a network to sharpen your skills, heighten your leadership, and connect with fellow REALTORS®.
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C.A.R.'s annual consumer advertising campaign creates awareness of the REALTOR® brand and demonstrates the many benefits of the consumer-REALTOR® relationship.
Smart Zone provides tools and insights necessary to convey your unique value proposition, effectively market your services, keep your clients abreast of current real estate market trends and help you achieve success in a dynamic industry.
C.A.R. is a statewide trade association dedicated to the advancement of professionalism in real estate.
Annual ReportJoin us in celebrating 120 years of supporting REALTORS® and protecting homeownership across California!
The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® is committed to bring you tools and information to help you succeed. Here are some of the innovative tools, services and education C.A.R. provided to help you achieve your professional goals.
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CARES Board of Directors
CARES is guided by a group of dedicated leaders passionate about making a difference in their communities. The CARES Board of Directors includes REALTORS® and community champions who bring experience, compassion, and vision to our philanthropic work, ensuring CARES stays true to its mission.
Their leadership not only strengthens our charitable causes but also inspires REALTORS® across California to see themselves as more than real estate professionals—they are changemakers, difference-makers, and community builders.
Meet the leaders who are shaping the future of CARES and driving our shared mission forward.
Karah Shaw, Chair
Inland Gateway
Syreeta Bolton
Merced County
Adam Bray-Ali
Pasadena Foothills
Sabrina Brown
Madera County
Genevieve Doane
Tulare County
Chuck Linn
Greater Antelope Valley
Janine Nielsen
Inland Gateway
Michael Shenkman
Pacific Southwest
CARES Ambassadors
CARES Ambassadors are the heart and hands of our mission—champions who help spread awareness, inspire generosity, and connect others to the work of CARES in communities across California. Ambassadors play a vital role in highlighting the impact of our charitable foundations and encouraging fellow REALTORS® to see giving back as part of what it means to serve.
We are currently recruiting CARES Ambassadors! If you are enthusiastic about philanthropy and want to help strengthen how REALTORS® give back to the communities they serve, we would love to hear from you.
To learn more or express your interest in becoming a CARES Ambassador, please submit this form and a member of our team will be in touch.
