Westwood Homeless Project at UCLA

The Westwood Homeless Project at UCLA is a student-led initiative dedicated to providing food, basic necessities, and support to homeless individuals in the Westwood community. Our mission is to foster compassion, build awareness, and create tangible change through direct action. By organizing food drives, assembling care packages, and engaging in regular community outreach, we aim to address the immediate needs of our unhoused neighbors while fostering a sense of connection and mutual respect. Additionally, we work with local restaurants and grocery stores to redistribute leftover food to the homeless, reducing food waste while addressing hunger in our community. We collaborate with local organizations, businesses, and volunteers to maximize our impact and educate UCLA students about homelessness as a critical societal issue. Through service, advocacy, and community-building, we strive to empower students to make a meaningful difference while promoting dignity and humanity for all. Join us to help bridge the gap between campus and community—one act of kindness at a time.

westwoodhomelessproject@gmail.com

Signatories: Theodore Young, Estevan Alcantar, and Aidan Camelio

Advisor: Pamela R Cysner