Los Angeles — Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) is proud to announce City National Bank as the presenting sponsor for the 2025 Los Angeles Builders Ball®. Taking place on March 20 at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, this event marks
City National Bank’s seventh consecutive year supporting Habitat LA as a presenting sponsor. The Los Angeles Builders Ball® is a cornerstone of Habitat LA’s fundraising efforts, enabling the construction and preservation of affordable housing across greater Los Angeles.
With the theme “Building a Legacy of Hope,” the 2025 Builders Ball celebrates the collective efforts of donors, partners, and professionals in the building and real estate industries who contribute to Habitat LA’s mission. The event honors individuals and organizations making a profound impact in transforming communities and creating opportunities for families to thrive.
Erin Rank, Habitat LA’s President and CEO, shared her gratitude for City National Bank’s continued commitment:
“City National Bank’s partnership has been nothing short of transformational. Their sustained investment in our mission speaks to their belief in the power of affordable housing to change lives. As we celebrate their seventh year as presenting sponsor, we are inspired by their dedication to building a stronger, more equitable Los Angeles. Together, we are making a lasting impact on families and communities.”
Since 2002, City National Bank has contributed more than $1 million to Habitat LA, going beyond financial support by participating in home builds and repairs. Their nationwide partnership with Habitat for Humanity affiliates highlights their dedication to fostering community development and economic stability.
“City National is proud to once again support the Builder’s Ball because it reflects our deep commitment to building stronger and more sustainable communities,” said Vanessa Montañez, national sales manager in Community Lending at City National Bank. “We’re creating hope and opportunity for families to thrive while fostering collaboration for meaningful change.”
City National Bank’s support extends beyond the Builders Ball, with active involvement in Habitat LA’s signature programs, including the Veterans Home Repair Blitz and Power Women, Power Tools®. These initiatives empower veterans, women, and underserved families while advancing Habitat LA’s vision of building homes, communities, and hope.
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About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) transforms neighborhoods throughout greater Los Angeles by bringing the community together to build affordable homes, provide critical home repairs and help families rebuild after natural disasters. Habitat LA strengthens families through helping them access affordable loans, housing counseling and down-payment assistance. To learn more, visit www.habitatla.org. More information about the 2025 Los Angeles Builders Ball can be found here: https://bit.ly/2025LABB
About City National Bank
City National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $90 billion in assets as of January 31, 2025. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $103 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2024 alone, the company donated nearly $10 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.
For more information about City National, visit the company’s website at cnb.com.
*City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.
Media Contacts:
Makebra Bridges
Cell: 562-455-5804
Email: mbridges@habitatla.org