Who We Are About Homelessness Services & Programs Get Involved Ways to Give Need Help? Contact Us COVID-19 Update Give Now About Troy Vaughn Dear Friend, Los Angeles Mission, Herb Smith hands the reins to new CEO Troy Vaughn. For over 81 years, Los Angeles Mission has been there for men, women, and children in need — and that’s why I feel so privileged to join this incredible organization as the newly appointed President and CEO. I have seen firsthand the difference that the Mission has on those on the path of recovery. I’ve been there. After many years in the Marine Corps, I received the worst news of my life. My father passed away from a drug overdose — and my life shattered into pieces. I started using controlled substances and later cocaine to cope with the emotional trauma. My father’s addiction soon became mine as well. And my life continued to spin out of control until I hit rock bottom. I found myself living on Skid Row and had no hope… That was until God spoke to me. He told me to leave my cardboard box home and get help. I went through an intense, year-long rehabilitation program to rebuild my life. It gave me the tools for long-term sobriety that truly saved my life. This experience lit a fire inside of me. Since the day I left that program, I vowed to do everything I could to help others living on Skid Row experiencing the same ills I had overcome. First, I founded Christ-Centered Ministries to help men and women transition from recovery programs to healthy, stable environments. Then, I became the Pastor at Inglewood Community Church to further help victims and survivors of addiction and homelessness. And for the last 20 years, I have held a range of roles for several non-profits across Los Angeles to fight for better solutions for those on the path of recovery. I say all of this to tell you that I don’t take this role lightly. Struggling people across Los Angeles are counting on the Mission for help, hope, and opportunity. I believe it takes compassion, courage, and most of all, love to change lives. And I can’t wait to share that love with all of you and those we serve. With many blessings, Troy Vaughn President/CEO Los Angeles Mission YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE Help Change Lives There are more people becoming homeless for the first time now than any time in Los Angeles’ history. Los Angeles Mission is on the front lines of providing meals, hot showers, safe shelter and other life-giving support to people in need. Help change a life. DONATE GIVE MONTHLY Who We Are Experience the Mission History Mission Statement Staff/Board About Troy Vaughn Year-End Report Financials Newsroom Community Partners Contact Us About Homelessness The State of Homelessness Stories of Change For Teachers Services & Programs Emergency Services Transition & Community: Life Start Bridge Housing Career Fair Food Boxes Free Legal Clinic Signature Programs LOS ANGELES MISSION LIFE RECOVERY PROGRAM FOR MEN Anne Douglas Center for Women LACADA Get Involved Volunteer Pray Donate Experience the Mission Events Job Opportunities Ways to Give Donate Now Monthly Giving Adopt a Meal Donate Food, Clothing & Goods Vehicle Donations Corporate Sponsorship Employee Giving Donor Advised Funds Donate Stocks & Other Assets Matching Gifts Wills & Trusts Donor Privacy Policy Blackbaud Notice Angels Courtyard/Seats of Compassion Need Help? Poverty Resources HUD-Driven Housing Stay Connected About the Mission The Los Angeles Mission exists to provide help, hope and opportunity to men, women and children in need. Our vision is to see individuals and families set free from addictions and homelessness, transformed by God to become physically and spiritually healthy. Learn More » Search for: @2021 Los Angeles Mission. 303 East 5th Street. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 629-1227 ext. 400 info@lamission.net PO Box 54059 Los Angeles, CA 90054 Los Angeles Mission is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax ID# 95-3134049