In the four years that Alex Geringer-Pate has worked at the Hub Resource Center, the case worker has seen the outreach site transform from a few rented canopies and trailers to the permanent facility located at the end of Struck Avenue.

 

And she is still in awe each time she sees the new showers and bathrooms, the re-imagined family space and renovated kitchen, along with the Goods for Good clothing shed that are vital to the well-being of the unhoused patrons.

 

“Sometimes it feels surreal how far we’ve come from where we started,” Geringer-Pate said. “I have to remind myself because when you’re living in it, and you’re seeing it happen little by little, it’s hard to remember where you started. So, I’m in awe of what we’ve been able to do with the space.”

 

Geringer-Pate, along with community members, HRC partners, City of Orange mayor Dan Slater, State Senator Tom Umberg, The Hub OC CEO Holiday Zimmerman, staff members and volunteers were on hand on April 17 for the ribbon cutting ceremony marking the Grand Reopening of the HRC.

 

Slater told those gathered that “when we join hands together, we can accomplish so much more than we could do by ourselves.”

 

The full-service site is a great expression of not only The Hub OC and HRC, but of so many different non-profits, churches and county and city organizations that have come together to help the unhoused in the area.

 

“This is everybody's space,” said Johnmark Riviera, newly promoted Director of the HRC. He said the Grand Reopening showcased the work that has been done to make sure the patrons are well served.

 

“We couldn't do this alone," Rivera said.

 

The HRC serves more than 200 patrons and families daily, helping those in need with housing navigation, medical, dental and vision services, social groups, art therapy, mail services, device charging, and clothing services.

 

“This space has changed the way that I think about care and love and how I think about how we treat one another and how we could do it together as a team. I think all of it put together makes it impactful.”

 

 

Images: Palmyra Fun Fridays, Angel's Game, Science Night.

We had a blast this month! We have a very generous donor who has made Fun Fridays for our kiddos and staff at Palmyra every Friday this month! In addition to the fun, we had our Angels Family Night where over 100 of our kids and families joined us! Lastly, we participated in Santiago Canyon College's Science Night! Our team along with several students created a bridge presentation!

Registration is open for Summer Camp 2026! 

Image: Outdoor Family Area at The Hub Resource Center.

Since the Grand Reopening, on April 17, 2026, the Family Area has already made a meaningful impact. We’ve been able to welcome eight families who came to us seeking support, many of them navigating really challenging and uncertain situations. Through our intake process and care coordination, each of these families has been enrolled into our program and connected to temporary housing as a first step toward long-term stability.

 

What has been especially encouraging is how quickly this space has become a place where families feel safe, seen, and supported. Having a designated area for families has allowed us to engage them more intentionally, understand their specific needs, and walk alongside them with a clearer path forward. From basic needs to housing navigation, we are now able to provide a more focused and dignified experience for parents and children during a critical time in their journey.

 

We also want to take a moment to recognize Sam Kizler for the incredible work he has been doing as our family case manager. Sam has played a key role in building trust with these families and helping guide them through the process with care, consistency, and compassion. His dedication has been instrumental in getting families connected to the right resources and moving toward stability.

Image: Full Circle Dollar Sale.

Our $1 Sale brought in a huge crowd, cleared racks, and helped us keep supporting the programs at The Hub OC. This month we tried out our new space across the street from Friends Church Orange. This is the future home of the church, and a space The Hub OC will be able to use to expand the programs and services we can provide to our community. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the cause!

Next Steps: Want to get involved?

Image: Gardening at The Hub Community Center!

One of our favorite days of the season is planting day over at the garden. With the help of some amazing volunteers, our Grove Garden Kids Club got to plant the new seasons garden plants. We learned all about digging, roots, spacing, and watering. We can't wait to see what grows and especially the food we will get to eat! April was a great month for making new friends all while learning and growing together.

Image: Kids Shark Tank at The Hub Community Center!

This month of April was all about growing and being challenged! Kids had a chance to put together a business plan or idea to practice creating, designing, and public speaking. Shoutout to our Sharks who mentored and asked great questions during the presentation.

If you would like to help us support our families who are homeschooling - we would love to hear from you!
Email if interested: yuli@thehuboc.org