The People Concern
Our Mission
The People Concern believes no one should have to live on the street or in a violent household. Our staff, volunteers and those we serve work together to address the effects of homelessness, poverty, mental and physical illness, abuse and addiction. Our programs empower the most vulnerable among us to improve their quality of life – housed, healthy and safe – and become active participants in the community. We also work to educate the broader community and improve public policy.
Together, We Are Changing Lives
Last Year:

services provided by outreach teams, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness to support, referrals and housing resources.

formerly homeless individuals received ongoing services in permanent supportive housing.

Adults and children escaping unsafe homes were served through Sojourn’s hotline referrals.
Happening at The People Concern
Mayers | Contemporary & Studio 526 Virtual Art Gallery
Santa Monica-based contemporary artist Les Mayers is launching the MAYERS | CONTEMPORARY art museum utilizing the latest advances in virtual reality technology. Visitors from around the world will be able to visit the virtual museum on self-guided tours, view and...
Conversions Began at Willow Tree
Willow Tree is one of three Project Homekey (PHK) facilities owned and operated by The People Concern. Now in the second stage of the state-wide initiative, Willow Tree will soon be converted into 100-units of permanent supportive housing, offering on-site supportive...
Groundbreaking of The Mayer
We are proud to have been selected as the on-site services provider for the Mayer Building in Hollywood, a 79-unit affordable housing development for seniors. The structure formerly known as The Hollywood Westin Building, which opened in 1928, is being converted into...