Hometowns Need Homes
Preserving the Vibrant Community of Bolinas and Stinson Beach
Chris Harrington
August 23, 1943 - September 26, 2025
For the past eight years, the Bolinas Community Land Trust has had the privilege and honor of working closely with Chris Harrington, founder of the Stinson Beach Affordable Housing Committee (SBAHC), beloved community member and long-time resident of Stinson Beach.
Chris passed away on September 26th after a long battle with cancer. To honor Chris and his work, the BCLT has launched the Chris Harrington Fund. All proceeds will support Chris’ vision: the creation and preservation of affordable housing in Stinson Beach and Bolinas. Thank you to the anonymous donors who have made lead gifts in Chris’ honor. You can join them by designating your year-end gift to the BCLT “in honor of Chris Harrington.”
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Our People
We aim to create a thriving local community where lasting, sustainable housing remains accessible. Our team and board of directors reflect the diversity and richness of West Marin and all those who we serve through our services and programs.
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Our Work
We are committed to long-term, community-driven solutions that address the housing crisis and the unique needs of Bolinas and Stinson Beach. Our work focuses on building and preserving safe affordable homes and fostering a resilient, inclusive community.
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Our Properties
We own and operate seven affordable rental properties in Bolinas and Stinson Beach, along with five affordable homeownership units. We provide spaces for two affordable commercial rentals to locally owned businesses, BoVida and La Sirena Bo-tique.
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It’s more than a moment. It’s a movement.
As a member of the California Community Land Trust Network, BCLT is part of a collective spanning the state from Humboldt to San Diego County, stewarding over 1,700 permanently affordable homes and housing more than 3,500 Californians.
CACLT Network members actively combat the displacement of BIPOC and low-income families by keeping over $220 million in community assets off the speculative market and under community control. With 27 established groups across the state and many more emerging, Community Land Trusts are a growing force at a time when rising housing costs are pushing our neighbors out of their homes.
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Your support today ensures the future of Bolinas and Stinson Beach. Act now—donate or volunteer to protect housing for generations to come.