My New House began with a heartfelt mission: to create a thrift shop in the Rampart community that offered quality items at affordable prices. From the start, our shop became known as the go-to spot for new and gently used clothes, shoes, housewares, life accessories, and furniture—all at prices that couldn’t be beat.

We chose to set up the shop in Rampart because we wanted to serve a community that needed it most. Rampart is one of Los Angeles' most challenging neighborhoods, facing daily struggles like shootings, gang violence, homelessness, and more. Despite these difficulties, we were determined to make a positive difference.

After two years of making an impact, we faced budget constraints that forced us to close the thrift shop. Keeping our prices low was essential to our mission, so raising them wasn’t an option. On our final day, we opened our doors wide and invited customers to take whatever they needed—from clothes to furniture. During our time, thousands of people benefited from the shop, and we’re proud of the difference we made.

In 2015, with the support of family and close friends, an ambitious philanthropist and recent doctorate graduate founded My New House as a nonprofit organization. As the community’s needs grew, so did our programs.

By 2022, the demand for free resources had become critical, leading us to reopen the thrift shop online, offering everyday low prices. Today, My New House continues to serve the underserved with the same passion and commitment. We believe in working together to make a difference, guided by empathy, hospitality, and a dedication to empowering the lives of those we serve.

Our programs and services include free transportation, home food delivery for families with children, utility assistance for single-parent households, scholarships, free community events, and housing stability resources for adults and seniors.