News from the Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
November 2026
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 driving real social change. Read on to explore voter education resources from dedicated grassroots community partners, revisit highlights from Liberty Hill’s dynamic plenaries at the recent SoCal Grantmakers Annual Conference, and learn about the STAND-L.A. coalition’s historic win more than a decade in the making. All this and more in this month’s issue!
October 2026
Electoral Power Building
Building Electoral Power at the Ballot Box: 2026 Voter Education Resources
Environmental & Climate Justice
A Historic Win: City of L.A. Votes to Ban Neighborhood Oil Drilling!
Youth & Transformative Justice
The Hug Act: One Step Forward for Restoring Humanity, Building Power, and Changing Systems
Philanthropy
Shane Murphy Goldmsith Nominated for LA Times Inspirational Women Leadership Award
Agenda for a Just Future
Grantmakers in Action: Liberty Hill's Visionary Panels at SCG’s 2026 Annual Conference
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[LISTEN] Bending the Arc: 50 Years of LA & Liberty Hill
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Liberty Hill Podcast Named an Anthem Award Finalist for Purpose-Driven Storytelling
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Latest Episode: A Candid, In-Depth Interview with Senator María Elena Durazo
September 2026
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CEO Reflections: LA City Council Honors Liberty Hill’s 50-Year Legacy & Community Impact
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[WATCH] 50 Years of Social Change: Civic Leaders Reflect on Liberty Hill’s Half-Century Fight for Justice
Environmental & Climate Justice
[WATCH] From Extraction to Opportunity: Frontline Communities Are Building What Comes Next
Agenda for a Just Future
Building the Future Together: The Community Funding Board’s Impact on Fund for Change
Philanthropy
[OP-ED] Moving Nonprofits Forward Without Holding Them Back
Environmental & Climate Justice
[Op-Ed] Beyond Extraction: Funding the Fight Against Oil Drilling in Los Angeles and the Future Communities Are Building
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New Episodes of Conversations from the Frontlines Out Now!
Donor Activism
Activate Your Impact: Join the National DAF Day Movement on 10/8
August 2026
Agenda for a Just Future
Funding Black Permanency Means Investing Beyond the Next Crisis
Economic & Housing Justice
900 Pacific Palisades Avenue
Agenda for a Just Future
Building the Future Together: Meet Liberty Hill’s 2026 Fund for Change Cohort
Agenda for a Just Future
New Season, New Conversations: Connecting 50 Years of Movement Building to LA’s Future
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Explore Liberty Hill’s 50 Year Legacy of Solidarity & Progress
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Planting the Seeds of Future Change: Welcoming the 2026 Luskin Fellows
Philanthropy
[WATCH] In Their Own Words: Liberty Hill’s Impact
Environmental & Climate Justice
[Op-Ed] Beyond Extraction: Funding the Fight Against Oil Drilling in Los Angeles and the Future Communities Are Building
Youth & Transformative Justice
[LISTEN] The Imprint Weekly Podcast feat. Liberty Hill’s Liberation Fund
June 2026
Philanthropy
50 Years Strong: Inside Philanthropy Spotlights Liberty Hill's Legacy of Community Power
Agenda for a Just Future
The Power of Proximity: Two Lessons from One Day in Los Angeles
Youth & Transformative Justice
From Grassroots to Growth: Inside the Youth Incubation Academy
Giving Circles
Seeding the Future: The X Fund at Work
Philanthropy
Conversations From the Frontlines Season 5 Coming Soon!
May 2026
April 2026
Giving Circles
Aire Libre: A Powerful Afternoon of Art, Community, & Environmental Justice
Philanthropy
Building an LA for Everybody: SAJE Marks 30 Years of Impact
Youth & Transformative Justice
#FreeThe50: Protect Survivors, Fund Real Solutions
Philanthropy
Call for Applications: Miller-Wolf-Phillips Award for Community Impact
March 2026
February 2026
Philanthropy
Uplifting Change: A Legacy of Black-Led Philanthropy
Economic & Housing Justice
Protecting LA Renters: Stay Housed LA Five Years Strong
Environmental & Climate Justice
AllenCo Oil Wells Closed Permanently
Philanthropy
A Voice for Equity: Meet Our 2026 Upton Sinclair Dinner Honoree Speaker
Economic & Housing Justice
Why Measure ULA Matters for Los Angeles
January 2026
Agenda for a Just Future
Celebrating 50 Years of Liberty Hill Foundation
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Liberty Hill Foundation Strengthens Executive Leadership to Support Long-Term Strategy, Philanthropy and Community Impact
Youth & Transformative Justice
Fueling the Future of Youth Justice
Philanthropy
You're Invited: The 2026 Upton Sinclair Dinner—Celebrating 50 Years of Liberty Hill
Philanthropy
A Vision for Justice: Meet Our 2026 Upton Sinclair Dinner Keynote Speaker
Immigrant Rights
We Are Not Powerless: Standing for Justice After Tragedy
Economic & Housing Justice
Permanent Housing for All: A Bus Tour Through LA’s Bold Solutions
December 2025
Agenda for a Just Future
Liberty Hill in Action: 2025 Highlights from the Frontlines
Healing Justice
Healing Together: A Day of Care & Connection for LHF Grantees
Economic & Housing Justice
Two Years In: Understanding ULA’s Early Impact & What We’re Learning Together
LGBTQ & Gender Justice
Justice Amplified: Inside Conversations from the Frontlines LIVE
Agenda for a Just Future
Save the Date: The 2026 Upton Sinclair Dinner—Celebrating 50 Years of Liberty Hill
Electoral Power Building
Shop with Purpose: Introducing the 2025 Frontlines Gift Guide
November 2025
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Celebrating a Legacy of Impact: The Fund for Change & Community Funding Board Return
Youth & Transformative Justice
Ready to Rise: Cultivating Community & Connection
Environmental & Climate Justice
ELI Charts Bold Future for Environmental Justice Leaders
Donor Spotlight
Inside the 2025 Leadership Appreciation Brunch
Philanthropy
Season 4 Rewind: Lessons from LA’s Frontlines
Philanthropy
LIVE Taping with best-Selling Authors Anna Malaika Tubbs & Hali Lee—12/3!
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