The Laurel Foundation

The Laurel Foundation The Laurel Foundation serves hundreds of children, youth, and their families living with HIV/AIDS, and transgender/gender-diverse youth.

The Laurel Foundation's programs provide opportunities for participants to build a social support system with peers, develop special bonds with adult volunteers who serve as crucial role models, and learn important life skills. This serves as the foundation that supports social and emotional development, boosts self-esteem, builds trust and helps participants identify their strengths and achieve personal goals

We are honored to welcome Patrick Brown back to THE ART OF_ Auction with his stunning donated work, “Between the White R...
09/16/2026

We are honored to welcome Patrick Brown back to THE ART OF_ Auction with his stunning donated work, “Between the White Rivers” (2026).

We are so grateful to have his continued support of The Laurel Foundation and the youth we serve.

THE ART OF_ is LIVE NOW!
View the auction lots through this link: https://www.johnmoran.com/auction/no362/

✨ VIP PREVIEW PARTY
September 26 | 6–8 PM
John Moran Auctioneers Inc.

See the art in person and meet some of the incredible artists behind the work.

RSVP https://www.johnmoran.com/auction/no362/

THE ART OF_ Auction is now LIVE at John Moran Auctioneers.We are excited to highlight John Ramseier’s “The Language of B...
09/15/2026

THE ART OF_ Auction is now LIVE at John Moran Auctioneers.

We are excited to highlight John Ramseier’s “The Language of Blue,” one of the incredible works generously donated by artists in support of

Every piece in this year’s auction represents more than art; it represents an opportunity to give at-promise youth a safe place to belong, grow, build confidence, and hope for their future.

Bid on a piece you love and help us continue providing life-changing programs for the kids. Link in Bio.

Meet many of the artists and preview the work in person on September 26, 2026, from 6 pm - 8 pm at the VIP Preview Party at John Moran Auctioneers. Wine, charcuterie, and music. RSVP to attend this event. Here is the link for all details: https://www.johnmoran.com/auction/no362/

THE ART OF_ Auction LIVE September 11–29, 2026

09/14/2026

Meet The Laurel Foundation (📍 United States 🇺🇸)

The Laurel Foundation empowers at-promise youth and families through cost-free programs that prioritize mental health, leadership, and a strong sense of belonging.

Through immersive experiences like Camp Laurel and Camp Mulberry, along with year-round leadership retreats, day camps, and caregiver support, young people build confidence, resilience, and meaningful connections in safe, affirming spaces. Many participants come to Laurel programs navigating trauma, instability, or social isolation, and the organization’s trauma-informed, compassion-centered approach ensures every young person is met with dignity and care.

By modeling kindness through mentorship, peer support, and inclusive practices, young people develop life skills, strengthen empathy, and form lasting community bonds that support their well-being long after camp ends.

“Kindness is not just a value at The Laurel Foundation, it is the way our programs come to life.”

With support from the Kindness in Community Fund, The Laurel Foundation is expanding access to its life-changing camp and leadership programs, ensuring hundreds of young people each year can experience mental health support, mentorship, and community at no cost.

Click here to learn more about their work supported by the and how you can get involved 🤲💖🌍: https://www.channelkindness.org/2025-kindness-in-community-fund-grant-recipients/

09/12/2026

Honored to have the incredible work of Laurel Holloman in THE ART OF_ auction again this year!

Today we pause to remember September 11, 2001 — honoring the lives lost, the first responders who ran toward danger, and...
09/11/2026

Today we pause to remember September 11, 2001 — honoring the lives lost, the first responders who ran toward danger, and the families forever changed. 🇺🇸

Excited for Camp Laurel Family Camp next weekend! We've got an incredible volunteer team coming together, many returning...
08/28/2026

Excited for Camp Laurel Family Camp next weekend! We've got an incredible volunteer team coming together, many returning from years past, to support a session that means so much to us.

This one is bittersweet: it marks the close of Camp Laurel's work serving children and youth impacted by HIV, as we shift our focus to HIV prevention for the youth who need it most. Campers from decades past are coming back, bringing their own families this time, to share in the magic of this place once more.

To every volunteer and donor who's made this possible, thank you. We couldn't do this without you. 💙

Gilead Sciences Born This Way Foundation, QueensCare Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA American Camp Association Revelry Event Designers OTTO Mark Moralez Haritha Jewelry Sam Stuart Leslie Natalie Sofer Events, and so many more!

✨ Help Bring Creative Healing to Camp Mulberry! ✨At Camp Mulberry, journaling is more than just writing on a page; it is...
05/26/2026

✨ Help Bring Creative Healing to Camp Mulberry! ✨

At Camp Mulberry, journaling is more than just writing on a page; it is a powerful tool for self-expression, reflection, healing, and processing emotions. For many of our transgender/gender-diverse youth, having a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings can make a profound difference.

This summer, our campers will have the opportunity to create their own handmade, personalized journals, making each journal a special reflection of who they are. By designing something uniquely their own, youth can build a deeper connection to the journaling process and have a meaningful outlet to help them navigate emotions, celebrate growth, and tell their stories.

We are incredibly grateful to , a talented nonbinary artist, who will be joining us at Camp Mulberry to facilitate this beautiful and empowering workshop with our campers. 💛

We need your help with supplies to make this experience possible! Click the link below to our Amazon Wish List, and help make this program a success.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24QLO2V1NF2C3?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for helping us make camp a safe, affirming, and creative space for our campers. 🌈✨

Today is HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, a day to recognize the scientists, healthcare workers, advocates, volunteers, and c...
05/18/2026

Today is HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, a day to recognize the scientists, healthcare workers, advocates, volunteers, and communities working toward a future without HIV/AIDS. ❤️

At The Laurel Foundation, we believe education, prevention, compassion, and access to care are critical in ending the HIV epidemic. Many of the youth we serve are disproportionately impacted by stigma, lack of resources, and barriers to healthcare, making awareness and prevention efforts more important than ever.

We honor everyone participating in HIV vaccine research and those helping to create a healthier and more equitable future for all. Together, through education, support, advocacy, and science, we move closer to an AIDS-free generation.

Yesterday, something unexpected happened at 's office… a beautiful peacock appeared outside our door. 🦚Peacocks are symb...
05/15/2026

Yesterday, something unexpected happened at 's office… a beautiful peacock appeared outside our door. 🦚

Peacocks are symbols of hope, renewal, and showing your true colors boldly and proudly, and it felt like the perfect reminder of what camp is all about.

In just over a month, we will welcome youth to camp who are searching for acceptance, confidence, healing, and joy. Many of them arrive carrying anxiety, fear, isolation, or the feeling that they have to hide who they are. But through the love and support of our volunteers, counselors, and community, they leave camp stronger, more empowered, and ready to spread their wings.

It takes a village to create that magic.

As camp gets closer, we are still looking for volunteers, supporters, and helping hands to make this summer unforgettable for over 130 youth. Whether you give your time, donate supplies, or help spread the word, you become part of creating a safe space where young people can truly shine.

To volunteer, email us at [email protected]. To donate and help send kids to camp - click the link - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VVSJCZGNJUF96

Maybe that peacock was reminding us that something beautiful is coming. 💙

Join us this Saturday for the opening reception of Relative Strangers, a powerful solo exhibition by nonbinary artist ,...
05/15/2026

Join us this Saturday for the opening reception of Relative Strangers, a powerful solo exhibition by nonbinary artist , benefiting

Through their Discarded Snapshots series, explores memory, visibility, and photographic myth through a q***r lens, creating deeply moving works that challenge and inspire.

🖼️ Relative Strangers
📍 Craig Krull Gallery
📅 Exhibition Dates: May 16 – July 4, 2026
✨ Opening Reception: Saturday, May 16 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM
🗣️ Panel Discussion: Saturday, June 6 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Come experience this incredible exhibition while supporting The Laurel Foundation’s mission to empower vulnerable youth through mental health support, education, leadership development, and HIV prevention programs.

We hope to see you there! 💜 More information in bio.

Additionally, Saturday, June 6, 11:00 AM Ayin will be hosting a panel discussion at the gallery called: Queering the Family Album: an intimate conversation with Margot Anderson, Founder, The Laurel Foundation; Holly M., artist and educator; Philip Anderson, writer, critic, and contributor for CARLA (Contemporary Art Review Los Angeles); Matias Viegener, writer, artist, curator, and critic who teaches at CalArts; and exhibiting artist, Ayin Es, as we discuss themes of visibility, family dynamics, and trans identity in contemporary art.

See you there - these works are truly powerful pieces!

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75 S Grand Avenue
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