The Laurel Foundation

A huge thank you to Angel Flight West and their amazing pilots for making our campers' dreams come true! Your generosity in flying them to camp means the world to us. We truly appreciate all you do! ✈️❤️

More from our Final Party at Teen Adventure Camp! Thank you to (photos coming) for inspiring the kids to reach for a career in retail /wholesale and for our great hats, and for the walkies, to .rhodes.7545 and the entire team who worked with the kids to produce a PSA on HIV Awareness and teaching them all things production. And to the volunteers who made all this happen- THANK YOU!!! What a great camp! More photos coming!

Great final party last night for Teen Adventure! Thank you to foe making our last party so awesome!

💚 As we say goodbye to our Teen Adventure summer session campers, our hearts are full of gratitude and joy. The memories made, friendships formed, and adventures shared will stay with us forever. Thank you for being part of the Camp Laurel family. Until next time, keep the spirit of adventure alive! 🌟🌲🏕️

🌟 Camp Laurel Teen Adventure Summer Session was a blast! 🎉 From entertaining outdoor activities and learning new skills to unforgettable memories, our campers had the time of their lives. Can't wait for next year! 🌲🏕️✨

CAMP LAUREL is in full swing! We are grateful to Born This Way Foundation Cotton On Foundation for awarding The Laurel Foundation their Kindness In Community Grant, which will allow us to support our youth by addressing their evolving mental health and well-being needs https://www.citywatchla.com/lgbtq/29269-the-laurel-foundation-receives-kindness-in-community-fund-grant-from-lady-gaga-and-cynthia-germanottas-born-this-way-The Eisner Foundation

The Laurel Foundation Receives Kindness in Community Fund Grant From Lady Gaga and Cynthia Germanotta’s Born This Way Foundation CityWatch is published 24/7 with special e-news blasts on Monday and Thursday evening, with Extras as appropriate around special events such as elections or imp

The Laurel Foundation is thrilled to announce our selection as a 2024 KINDNESS IN COMMUNITY FUND grant recipient, supporting youth mental health and well-being in our community. Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mother Cynthia Germanotta, partnered with Australian-born fashion and lifestyle brand Cotton On and its philanthropic arm, the Cotton On Foundation, to support organizations in 10 countries, including the United States. We are honored KINDNESS IN COMMUNITY FUND has invested in supporting The Laurel Foundations' work to improve the and of youth affected by and / . !

Camp Laurel's Teen Adventure Camp is next week and we need some supplies! Visit our Wish List and help us make this camp the BEST for the kids!
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Please keep a look out for Lelah. She is one of our youth that is missing. We believe she may be on skid row. Last seen on July 5 at 7:50am on Sunset Blvd. We believe she is now near 6th and San Pedro. Please call 911 of you see her.

Urgent Update: Understanding the California Ebony Alert and the Dock Ellis Foundation's Immediate Actions!

In a tremendous turn of events, we are elated to inform you that within hours of the Dock Ellis Foundation getting involved, Lelah Cyan Banks has been safely located. This rapid resolution underscores the critical importance of understanding and utilizing the California Ebony Alert system, especially in urgent situations involving missing persons from minority communities.

The California Ebony Alert is a pivotal tool designed to ensure that missing persons, particularly from underserved and minority communities, receive the attention and resources they deserve. At the Dock Ellis Foundation, we are committed to bridging the gap and ensuring equal treatment for all missing persons, regardless of their background. When we heard about Lelah's case, we knew immediate action was necessary. We worked tirelessly to activate an official CHP Ebony Alert, amplifying search efforts and leveraging various communication channels to maximize visibility.

Our mission is clear: no family should endure prolonged waiting periods for proper alerts when their loved ones go missing. We believe in the power of community, unity, and compassion.

Your support has been invaluable in these efforts, and together, we have made a significant impact. By sharing official alerts and rallying behind families like Lelah’s, we can generate widespread awareness and engagement, increasing the chances of safe reunions.

Thank you for standing with us and for being an integral part of our collective efforts. Every action counts, and together we can make a difference.

The Dock Ellis Foundation

Another day in Paradise! The Laurel Foundation

Big shout out to Penzeys Spices for donating the amazing spices for our meals at camp! And the added bonus was these that were given to the campers! Thank you

Camp Mulberry is in full swing! Thank you to our supporters that help to make this a 100% cost-free camp for the youth. L.A. Clippers Foundation Printing Palace DirectedLink Samy's Camera Lindsey Horvath PepsiCo Palm Springs City Government Gilead Sciences Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Albertsons Companies Toyota USA Lexus Revelry Event Designers Natalie Sofer Weddings and Events RAP Foundation Henderson Engineering Jeffrey B. Towns Sam Stuart Leslie

We are ready for the campers today!!!! Meet some of the Camp Mulberry team!!! ❤️❤️❤️thank you to all the volunteers, staff, and donors that helped to make this camp possible!!! Here are just some of our supporters:

We are immensely grateful to PepsiCo for their unwavering support of The Laurel Foundation and our mission to empower at-risk children, youth, and families. Your generosity and commitment have profoundly impacted our community, enabling us to continue providing life-changing programs and services.

Together, we create brighter futures and make a difference, one step at a time. Thank you, PepsiCo, for believing in our mission and standing with us!

🌟 A Huge Thank You to ! 🌟

We are beyond grateful to the incredible team at Copper Giants for donating their time and talent to create stunning new branding for Your dedication to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community shines through in your work, and we are proud to have partnered with such a passionate and talented group.

Your generosity and creativity will help us continue to empower and uplift LGBTQIA+ youth and families. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being champions of our cause. 🌈💜

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🌈🎉 Happy Pride Month! 🎉🌈
This month, we celebrate love, acceptance, and the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. Let's honor the journey, resilience, and courage of those who have fought and continue to fight for equality and rights.

Pride is more than a celebration; it's a reminder of our progress and the work still to be done. Let's stand together, support one another, and spread love and kindness.

To everyone in the LGBTQIA+ community: You are seen, you are valued, and you are loved. 🏳️‍🌈❤️

🌈 Today is National Give OUT Day, the only national day of giving for the LGBTQ+ community! 🌈

Join us in uplifting and empowering LGBTQ+ youth and families by donating to The Laurel Foundation TODAY! Your support means the world to us and makes a huge difference. Together, we can create a brighter, more inclusive future.

🌟 Donate now and show your love and support! 🌟

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This Memorial Day, we honor the brave individuals, who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness have secured our freedom and shaped our nation's history. As we enjoy this Memorial Day with family and friends, let's take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and express our deepest gratitude to those who gave their lives for our liberty.

Hey Camp Fam! ☀️ Calling All Volunteers! Counselors, Med Staff & Licensed Social Workers

Remember those epic campfire stories and the laughter of happy campers? We're gearing up for another incredible summer at Camp Mulberry and we can't do it without YOU!

Spread the Camp Magic!

Know any awesome counselors, med staff, or licensed social workers who would be perfect for our team? Tell them about your amazing camp experience and encourage them to apply!

Here's why you should return (and bring your friends!)

Relive the magic: Spark joy and build lifelong memories with campers.

Make a difference: Share your skills and passion to create a supportive, fun environment.

Camp camaraderie: Reconnect with your fellow camp champions and create new friendships.

Camp Mulberry Dates June 23-29

DEADLINE TO APPLY: JUNE 1, 2024

Ready to return or refer a friend?

Let's make this summer unforgettable!
For more info please email: [email protected]



P.S. We can't wait to see you (and hear all your epic camp stories) again!

Camp Laurel Families: We have a new Teen Adventure Program coming this summer! Based on a college campus in Los Angeles, each day the youth venture out to do an internship at local companies, teaching the youth firsthand about various careers! Evenings are in support groups, with a big Graduation Party on the last night at camp! To sign up email [email protected] More info https://laurel-foundation.org/programs/camplaurel/ Spaces are extremely limited so Apply NOW!

Familias de Camp Laurel: ¡Tenemos un nuevo programa de aventuras para adolescentes este verano (para jóvenes de 13 a 17 años afectados por el VIH/SIDA)! Con base en un campus universitario en Los Ángeles, cada día los jóvenes se aventuran a realizar una pasantía en empresas locales, ¡enseñándoles de primera mano sobre varias carreras! ¡Las noches son en grupos de apoyo, con una gran fiesta de graduación la última noche en el campamento! Para registrarse envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]. https://laurel-foundation.org/programs/camplaurel/ ¡Los espacios son extremadamente limitados, así que presente su solicitud AHORA!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 🌟 Let's come together to support one another and raise awareness about mental health. It's essential to take care of our minds just as much as our bodies. Check-in on your loved ones, listen without judgment, and offer a helping hand. Remember, it's okay to ask for help, and you are not alone. Together, we can break the stigma and create a world where mental health is a priority. 💚