Media Center
For Members of the Press
MidPen Housing President & CEO Matthew O. Franklin is available for interviews on the work of MidPen, current trends in affordable housing and related topics. We can also refer journalists to residents of MidPen communities.
High-resolution photographs and renderings of MidPen properties and executives are available upon request.
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Lyn Hikida
Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations
Press Releases and Company Messages
September 29, 2025
MidPen Housing
“Access to education is a catalyst for lifelong potential, and MidPen is committed to making it more accessible for residents,” said Brenda Castillo-Garza, Senior Vice President and Head of Resident Services for MidPen. “Their areas of study range widely: medical assisting, HVAC certification, social work and psychology, electrical engineering.
September 5, 2025
SF.gov
“These 135 new homes are the result of an amazing collaboration between SFUSD, MOHCD, the United Educators of San Francisco, and MidPen,” said Matthew O. Franklin, President and CEO of MidPen Housing. “Together, we’ve created a model for housing that prioritizes public school teachers and district workers across a
August 27, 2025
MidPen Housing
Bryan joins MidPen with more than 17 years of experience in multifamily real estate operations and asset management.
August 11, 2025
MidPen Housing
“These new homes represent new opportunities for Central Coast families, especially our farmworkers” — California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas
June 26, 2025
MidPen Housing
MidPen partnered with the City and County to transform two parking lots into 225 affordable, transit-oriented homes that serve families and individuals, including local workers, public employees, and residents who have experienced homelessness or have supportive housing needs.
June 18, 2025
HCD Newsroom
Secretary Tomiquia Moss of the CA Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency: “These projects in San Francisco will build much-needed affordable homes for people who often find it difficult to live in the very communities they serve.”