News from the Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
January 2025
In this month’s issue of News From the Frontlines, we’re taking a break from the holiday rush to bring you some exciting news and updates from the Liberty Hill community! Dive in to read our new CEO Reflections featuring insights from Liberty Hill’s President & CEO Shane Murphy Goldsmith, stroll down memory lane with our Year in Review highlighting memorable moments of justice in action throughout the year, and help us give a warm welcome to our newest Hiller!
Wildfire Resources & Evacuation Sites
We are continuing to monitor and respond to the evolving wildfire and windstorms that are affecting the Los Angeles County region.
Message on LA Wildfires
We extend our heartfelt support to all individuals and communities affected by the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles region. As we embark on the journey of rebuilding, Liberty Hill is dedicated to supporting our partners and community as we work toward an equitable recovery.
LHF Grantee Partners Jump into Action
In the wake of the recent firestorms, many of Liberty Hill’s dedicated Grantee Partners have mobilized to provide assistance to neighbors and communities across LA County that have been impacted by the devastation. Read on to explore the remarkable initiatives led by frontline organizations and learn how you can support them as they help communities in their recovery.
Welcoming Our 2025 Environmental Leadership Initiative Fellows
We’re thrilled to announce the newest cohort of our Environmental Leadership Initiative—a groundbreaking fellowship program that empowers and offers grassroots community leaders from across California a transformative experience in environmental justice! Read on to meet the new cohort and learn all about their journeys through Liberty Hill’s immersive training and capacity building program.
Meet Our Newest Hiller: Veronica Phillips
Please join us in welcoming our newest Hiller, Veronica Phillips! Get to know our newest Hiller and learn more about Veronica’s passion for social justice, what she is looking forward to the most at Liberty Hill, and more in the video below!
33rd Annual Empowerment Congress Summit
This month, California’s top philanthropic thought leaders came together for the 33rd Annual Empowerment Congress Summit! Liberty Hill President & CEO Shane Murphy Goldsmith joined our philanthropic partners at the California Community Foundation, the Weingart Foundation and others on the Philanthropy Panel Discussion exploring this year’s theme “Where Do We Go from Here—Chaos or Democracy?” Read on to learn more about the engaging discussion and watch the full recording below.