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LA2050 has been honored with multiple awards. 

Our team is humbled to be in such good company with the other finalists and winners.

Nonprofit Organization of the Year (Growing), 

Tara Roth named one of 20 Most Influential Civic Leaders – and one of the 500 Most Influential People, 

Winner - General-Non-Profit, Excellence (Film & Video), 

Silver - Social Video for Social Responsibility, 

Silver - Community Outreach for Human & Civil Rights, 

Bronze - Branded Content - Not For Profit, 

Bronze - Best Local Awareness Program for Human & Civil Rights, 

Finalist - Most Innovative Awareness Campaign, 

Los Angeles Business Journal Citizenship Awards

Distinction - Campaign-Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, 

Distinction - General Charitable Organization, 

Honorable Mention: Social Good Partnership – Local, 

State of California Senate Certificate of Recognition, 

LA2050 is an award winning initiative! 

Over 11 years of the LA2050 Grants Challenge, we have collected 3,985 ideas for a better Los Angeles, and they are all available on our Ideas Hub on our website. On the Ideas Hub, you can filter for organizations, ideas, or to see all of the winners throughout the years.

When browsing by organization, you can see all of the ideas the group has applied with over the years. Some organizations have only applied once, but many have applied multiple times with new and innovative ways to better Los Angeles County. You can even search by category to see organizations working on similar themes, such as housing & homelessness and environmental quality & sustainability.

Additionally, you can find helpful resources such as the organization's website, a link to its charity navigator page, and a way to donate directly to its cause.

This is a great way to learn about many of the incredible ways that our LA2050 community is working to make our world a better place. 

Explore 3,985 Innovative Ideas to Transform LA on the LA2050 Ideas Hub

Are you looking for festive ways to celebrate this holiday season? Look no further! The LA2050 Team has curated a map of 11 Holiday Lights in LA. 💡🤩🌟

Scroll for descriptions of each event, dates, and pricing.

Chanukah on the Boulevard, Menorah Lighting

Join Encino Courtyard for a ceremony of the kindling of the Menorah. Enjoy kosher refreshments and traditional Chanukah bites, music, and crafting!

Enchanted Forest of Light: Descanso Gardens

Looking for family fun? Visit the Enchanted Forest of Light, an interactive, nighttime experience, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens.

Christmas Tree Lane: 100th Annual Ceremony

Enjoy delicious food and beverages, support local arts and crafts vendors, and stroll beneath the world-famous lights at this family-friendly SoCal holiday tradition.

 | November 21st - January 8th | $37 - $39

The acclaimed Lightscape returns with stunning new installations along a new expanded trail. Wander through displays of color, light, and sound that include the spectacular Winter Cathedral.

 | November 18th - January 22nd | $27 - $34

Explore an immersive landscape filled with spectacular lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and a wildlife-centered experience.

Enjoy a train ride of delightful and festive scenes with thousands of lights located at the one-mile track at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad. This long standing tradition is perfect for all ages.

Celebrate the 35th Annual Palisades Menorah Lighting in the Palisades Village on the 1st Night of Chanukah, with a live performance by the Beat Buds, Chanukah crafts, treats, and more!

Enjoy an immersive experience for the whole family. Tens of thousands of colorful lights, decor, and garland will deck the Third Street Promenade, 2nd and 4th Streets.

The holiday season in Marina del Rey offers locals and visitors a festive atmosphere with nightly twinkling holiday lights throughout December at Burton Chace Park. Enjoy unobstructed views of the harbor, along three sides of the park.

 of lights illuminate the night and synchronize to festive tunes including one of LA’s largest multi-colored interactive holiday displays.

Holiday Waterfront Trolley Tour of Lights

Board a classic cable-car trolley for a waterfront tour that will showcase the best light displays, including the famous floating Christmas trees of Alamitos Bay and beautiful Naples Island!

🌟Check out our 12 unique maps, from 10 botanical gardens around LA to historically significant locations places here: 

LA2050 Blog

11 LA Events to Light Up Your Holiday Season