Verizon donates $50,000 to Los Angeles Mission
10 Octubre 2024 - 10:00AM
In honor of World Mental Health Day, Verizon is proud to announce a
$50,000 donation to Los Angeles Mission. This funding will enable
the organization to expand its services and provide critical relief
supplies to the unhoused community during severe weather events,
such as the intense heat waves of summer and the frigid cold snaps
of winter.
This marks the second consecutive year that Verizon
has supported Los Angeles Mission’s vital work providing seasonal
weather disaster relief. Last year’s donation was instrumental in
providing resources like clothing, food, emergency shelter, and
inclement weather supplies to the vulnerable unhoused population
across Los Angeles County. With this year’s donation, Verizon aims
to continue that support, especially as extreme weather conditions
increasingly pose a threat to the physical and mental well-being of
unhoused individuals.
“We are profoundly grateful to Verizon for their
ongoing partnership in providing life-saving disaster relief to the
most vulnerable among us,” said Pastor Troy Vaughn, President and
CEO of Los Angeles Mission. “As we face both historic heat waves
and the upcoming cold weather season in Los Angeles County and
throughout California, many of our unhoused neighbors, veterans,
and individuals fleeing domestic violence are left without safe
refuge amid worsening weather extremes. This generous grant from
Verizon will enable us to expand our capacity and secure vital
supplies to protect more people during these severe weather events,
ensuring they have access to shelter, safety, and hope in these
trying times. We commend corporate partners like Verizon for
standing by our side in moments of community crisis.”
Verizon’s donation aligns with the significance of
World Mental Health Day, emphasizing the connection between stable
housing, mental health, and overall well-being. The organization
recognizes that the unhoused population faces disproportionate
risks, not only from the physical toll of harsh weather but also
from the stress and trauma that accompanies housing instability.
This funding will help alleviate some of those pressures by
ensuring individuals have access to important resources when they
need them most.
“At Verizon, we believe that connecting with our
community goes beyond technology—it’s about extending a hand to
those in need. The Los Angeles Mission has been a beacon of hope
for the unhoused population, providing essential services and
support” said Steven Keller, Pacific Market President at Verizon.
“On World Mental Health Day, we are humbled to contribute to their
vital work, helping to make a meaningful difference in the lives of
our most vulnerable neighbors.”
Verizon’s continued support of local organizations
like Los Angeles Mission underscores the company’s broader
commitment to social responsibility and its mission to help bridge
the gap for underserved communities through both corporate giving
and volunteer efforts.
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About Los Angeles Mission
For the past 88 years, Los Angeles Mission has been
a beacon of hope for the Skid Row community, providing essential
emergency services, including shelter, food, clothing, and access
to professional medical, legal, and dental care. The Mission also
offers comprehensive long-term residential rehabilitation programs
that include education, mental health counseling, job training,
placement services, and transitional housing. To learn more or
support their work, visit www.losangelesmission.org and help
transform lives.
Media contact:Alexis
Madrigalalexis.madrigal@verizon.com
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