News from the Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
May 2025
In this month’s issue of News from the Frontlines, we share breaking news, inspiring insights, and take you behind-the-scenes of local movements for social change. Read on to learn about our recent 42nd Annual Upton Sinclair Celebration, explore the latest of our Ready to Rise youth development initiative, and catch a special announcement about Season 4 of our award-winning podcast, Conversations From the Frontlines!
42nd Annual Upton Sinclair Celebration
The Liberty Hill community came out in full force at the 42nd Annual Upton Sinclair Celebration last month to honor the frontline organizers and donor activists who, together, are building the good in Los Angeles and leading the charge for social change!
Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month—a nationwide celebration of the AANHPI community and all the amazing contributions it has made to our nation’s history. Come join us in celebrating and honoring Liberty Hill grantee partners dedicated to uplifting and centering the voices of LA’s local AANHPI community!
Environmental Justice Landscape Update with E+J Donor Circle
Last month, the Environment + Justice Donor Circle hosted their first educational conversation of the cycle titled, “Environmental Justice Landscape Update for SoCal and Beyond.” Read on to learn more about the valuable insights shared about the current state of the region’s Environmental Justice landscape during this special donor activist event.
Conversations From the Frontlines Season 4 Coming Soon!
Get your headphones ready and crank up the volume—we’re getting ready for another exciting season of Liberty Hill’s award-winning podcast, Conversations From the Frontlines! Keep reading to learn more about this season’s theme, “Democracy in Action,” and explore more about the thrilling new season, coming this summer!
Ready to Rise 2025 Cohort Summit
In March, Liberty Hill and California Community Foundation joined forces to host the Ready to Rise 2025 Cohort Summit, a powerful gathering of grantees, partners, and community leaders, all rooted in a shared vision of positive youth development and systems change.
Meet Our Newest Hiller: Angel Moreno
Please join us in welcoming our newest Hiller, Angel Moreno! Get to know our newest Hiller and learn more about their passion for social justice, what they’re looking forward to the most at Liberty Hill, and more in the video below!
ICYMI: Democracy In Action Short Film
Liberty Hill is proud to present the premiere of its “Democracy in Action” short film—celebrating the amazing stories from the frontlines of social justice and highlighting the incredible power of community in the fight for social change!