T.R.U.S.T. South LA (founded in 2005 under the name Figueroa Corridor Community Land Trust) is a community-based initiative to stabilize the neighborhoods south of downtown Los Angeles, where increased property values and rents have pushed out many long-term residents. T.R.U.S.T South LA became part of a broad-based community and economic development strategy to combat the collision course between slum housing, escalating real estate values, gentrification, and displacement in Los Angeles’ Figueroa Corridor. The Land Trust was established as a democratic and permanent steward of land and land leases for affordable housing and other community needs, engaging in broad-based community planning, stabilizing property values for the long-term, promoting and preserving affordable housing, and building community capacity and control.
T.R.U.S.T. South LA works with low-income community residents to transform the built environment and social conditions in South Los Angeles by: serving as a steward for community-controlled land; being a catalyst for values-driven, community-serving development; building awareness and community leadership in issues of housing, transportation and recreation; and creating programs and initiatives that encourage community building and economic opportunity.
Strengthening community ownership, creating affordable housing, and empowering residents to combat displacement and drive equitable development
Ensuring equitable access to clean air, sustainable transportation, and a healthier, more connected community
Building awareness and community leadership in issues of housing, transportation and recreation
Creating programs and initiatives that encourage community building and economic opportunity
Become part of T.R.U.S.T. South LA. Together, we empower communities, shape futures and make a lasting impact on South Los Angeles. Join us today and become a catalyst for change!
Allies and partners help us build a brighter future where housing is accessible and neighborhoods thrive. Take a look at who’s helping make this vision a reality.
Allies and partners help us build a brighter future where housing is accessible and neighborhoods thrive. Take a look at who’s helping make this vision a reality.
Allies and partners help us build a brighter future where housing is accessible and neighborhoods thrive. Take a look at who’s helping make this vision a reality.
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