2024 Champion for Change Award Recipient – William A. Witte
This year, we’re privileged to honor William A. Witte, Chairman and CEO of Related California. Mr. Witte has dedicated his career to addressing affordable housing and homelessness.
Nothing can replace the support of a loved one
Reunification services can lead to a vital support system for anyone experiencing homelessness.
Black leaders who’ve made an impact in ending homelessness
Even though Black or African-American individuals make up only 8% of the broader demographic of Los Angeles County, fully one-third of people experiencing homelessness represent that demographic. While homelessness is an issue that can affect anyone, it’s deeply intertwined with issues race, posing unique challenges for Black communities.
Human-centered design — What it is and how we use it
In everything we do — from programming to architecture — serving our residents is our focus.
11010 smB Events
Over the past month, we hosted Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky on Veteran’s Day, Art Day, and a Thanksgiving feast. Each of these events showcased the community being built. Here at 11010 smB, we serve seniors and senior Veterans in our permanent supportive housing.
Radical Generosity in Action: Sustaining Hope in Los Angeles
Giving Tuesday serves as a powerful symbol of radical generosity—a reminder to leverage our time, resources, and finances to create a more compassionate world.
600 San Pedro Groundbreaking, Success
On October 12, 2023, the Weingart Center hosted a special groundbreaking ceremony for 600 San Pedro, its newest permanent supportive housing development located in downtown Los Angeles.
Topping Out
Weingart Tower, our newest permanent supportive housing development in downtown LA, makes us proud too.
On the Importance of Being Informed.
Due to the long-lasting impact that trauma has on physical and mental health, healthcare providers and policymakers are adopting trauma-informed organizational and clinical best practices that have the potential to improve health outcomes.
New Hope for Santa Monica Boulevard
Weingart Center has built and recently opened 11010 smB, offering permanent supportive housing for seniors and senior veterans, giving dignity and hope back to people without a home.
Weingart Center and USC Viterbi: a win-win for everyone
USC Viterbi students who tour the Village are tasked to come up with ideas for improvements in the center — and ways to add to the lives of those who live there.
27th Annual Weingart Golf Classic — a Massive Success
Weingart’s Golf Classic raises money every year to address homelessness in Los Angeles, and 2023’s sold-out event proved to be a banner year.
Weingart Center’s Permanent Supportive Housing Projects
We believe that no one deserves to be homeless and that those experiencing homelessness can get back on their feet with the right assistance. And our work at the Weingart Center shows this to be true.
11010 smB Ribbon Cutting, a Real Success
On February 15, 2023, the Weingart Center hosted a special ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of 11010 smB, its newest permanent supportive housing development for seniors and senior Veterans.
A hole-in-one for humanity
Our 27th Annual Weingart Golf Classic promises to be a great day of fun in the sun.
National Puzzle Day 2023
Puzzles are proven effective at team-building, increasing cognitive function, curbing boredom, and are perfect for socializing. The Weingart Center received puzzles of every variety from many generous donors, and on Friday, January 27, 2023, clients at our DTLA location enjoyed a Pizza and Puzzle Party.
Community Leader Jessica Lall to Receive Champions for Change Award at 27th Annual Weingart Golf Classic
We’re excited to announce that Jessica Lall, former President & CEO of Central City Association (CCA), and the newly appointed Managing Director of CBRE’s DTLA office, will be awarded the Champions for Change Award during the 27th Annual Weingart Golf Classic on April 3, 2023!
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Tours Skid Row, Weingart Center
On Friday, January 13, 2023, the Weingart Center welcomed Los Angeles Mayor, Karen Bass, as she toured Skid Row, the Weingart Center, and Weingart Towers, which are currently under construction.
Weingart Center in Los Angeles: Going Beyond Shelter
Confused by the various housing solutions out there? Don’t worry. This short article will explain the 4 main types of housing solutions and how Weingart Center goes beyond emergency shelter.
Weingart Pres. & CEO Offers Insight - L.A. Mayor Karen Bass's State of Emergency
In this 12/12/2022 podcast episode of KNX News On Demand, Weingart Center President & CEO, Senator Kevin Murray (ret), offers great insight into the State of Emergency that newly-appointed L.A. Mayor, Karen Bass, declared on her first day in office.