Weingart Center

Extracted Attributes

• Founded

  1983

• Mission

  To empower and transform lives by delivering innovative solutions to break the cycle of homelessness

• Headquarters

  566 South San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013

• Annual Impact

  Serves 6,000 homeless individuals and provides 253,000 meals annually

• Main Facility

  Former El Rey Hotel (170,000 sq. ft. across five facilities in one block)

• Organization Type

  501(c)(3) non-profit organization

Timeline

• The El Rey Hotel building, which would later house the Weingart Center, is designed by architect Charles F. Whittlesey. (Source: Wikipedia: Weingart Center for the Homeless)

  1923-01-01

• The Weingart Center is established and begins providing services to the homeless community in downtown Los Angeles. (Source: Web Search: Brief History on the Weingart Center)

  1983-01-01

• Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.) joins the Weingart Center's Board of Directors. (Source: Web Search: Brief History on the Weingart Center)

  2010-01-01

• Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.) is appointed as the Interim President of the Weingart Center. (Source: Web Search: Brief History on the Weingart Center)

  2011-01-01

• Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.) officially becomes the President and CEO of the Weingart Center. (Source: Web Search: Brief History on the Weingart Center)

  2013-01-01

• The Weingart Center hosts a ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Weingart Rose, a 54-unit permanent supportive housing development in Norwalk, CA. (Source: Web Search: Weingart Center)

  2025-10-30

Weingart Center for the Homeless

The Weingart Center for the Homeless is a comprehensive human services center for homeless men and women living in Skid Row, Los Angeles. It provides on-site short and long-term services including transitional residential housing, medical and mental health, permanent supportive housing, substance abuse recovery, education, workforce development, long term case management. The Weingart Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. The Weingart Center for the Homeless has five facilities in one block, plus a walk-in access center, totaling 170,000 sq. ft. the Weingart Center serves 6000 homeless people and provides 253,000 meals annually. The Weingart Center is located at 566 South San Pedro Street in the building that was once the El Rey Hotel, designed in 1923 by architect Charles F. Whittlesey.

Web Search Results

• Weingart Center

  Weingart Center is a Los Angeles based 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency that provides individuals experiencing homelessness with essential tools to stabilize their lives, secure income, and find permanent housing. We provide direct services to thousands of economically disadvantaged individuals in the greater Los Angeles area. We offer programs uniquely tailored to meet the needs of this diverse population. Whatever the obstacles—debt, addiction, a criminal record, mental illness, or physical illness—we help our clients overcome challenges and clear the way for a fulfilling life. ### HELP THE WEINGART CENTER FULFILL ITS MISSION BY MAKING A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION. Invest in a Life Help one person get off the street for one week to begin their transformation. make a donation of $250 [...] Skip to Content Weingart Center 0 0 DONATE Weingart Center 0 0 DONATE Logo with a stylized graph line in green, dark blue, and light blue next to the text 'WEINGART' in blue. # TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH INTERIM AND PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING Interim Housing Permanent Supportive As one of the best comprehensive human services organizations in the western United States, Weingart Center is committed to removing barriers that keep people from housing. With multiple Interim and Permanent Supportive Housing solutions throughout the greater Los Angeles area, Weingart Center addresses the needs of seniors, Veterans, women, members of the LGBTQAI+ community, the formerly incarcerated, and many others experiencing homelessness. [...] make a donation different amount # Bulletin Board Weingart Center's Permanent Supportive Housing development, 600 San Pedro, located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, is now leasing units. This property has 298 fully-furnished studio units with amenities and support services. To inquire about leasing opportunities at 600 San Pedro, contact Barker Management at 600sanpedroleasing@barkermgt.com or 213.913.1266. Interested applicants can also apply for a referral by calling the CES Access Center at 800.399.6993 or dialing 211. On Thursday, October 30, 2025, Weingart Center cut the ribbon on The Weingart Rose, a permanent supportive housing development located in Norwalk, CA. The development offers 54 studio units with amenities and support services.

• [PDF] The Beacon - Enterprise Community Partners

  About the Weingart Center Association The Weingart Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency that provides homeless individuals with the basic tools necessary to stabilize their lives, secure income, and find permanent housing. Our mission is to empower and transform lives by delivering innovative solutions to break the cycle of homelessness. Learn more at weingart.org. Enterprise CommunityPartners | enterprisecommunity.org [...] The Beacon The Beacon is a 90-room interim housing facility located in Los Angeles’ Westlake neighborhood, one of the most densely populated areas in the city of Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority 2020 Point in Time Count, Westlake has over 1,800 individuals in need of shelter. Originally constructed in 1960, the site was in substandard condition when acquired by Weingart Center Association (WCA), the owner and operator. The site functioned initially as a Project Roomkey (Roomkey) site through a different homeless services provider prior to WCA taking possession through the Homekey program. WCA is one of the leading homeless service providers in the greater Los Angeles area. The organization’s wraparound services engage homeless individuals in both [...] Project Description Project name: Owner: Number of units: Target population served: Building type: Occupancy type (interim or permanent): Total Homekey award: Total interim-rehab cost per unit: Expected conversion date: The Beacon (formerly Hotel Solaire) Weingart Center Association 91 studio units Homeless and Chronically Homeless Individuals Motel Interim $13.7 million $35,500 2024 SNAPSHOT Los Angeles, CA Enterprise CommunityPartners | enterprisecommunity.org Weingart Center Association (includes 1 manager’s unit) The City of Los Angeles selected WCA through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process to own and operate the Hotel Solaire, now the Beacon, as interim housing to be converted into PSH. Due to high COVID case rates County-wide and multiple COVID cases at the Solaire

• Weingart Center | Downtown LA

  Skip to Main Content Central City East # Weingart Center The Weingart Center for the Homeless is a comprehensive human services center for homeless men and women living in Skid Row, Los Angeles. It provides on-site short and long-term services including transitional residential housing, medical & mental health, permanent supportive housing, substance abuse recovery, education, workforce development, long term case management. ## Building Information Status: Completed (Pre-99) Gross Sq Ft: 112,000 Number of Stories: 10 Date Opened: 1926 LEED Certification: Not Certified ## Residential Residential Type: Shelter © Geocentric | © Mapbox | © OpenStreetMap Weingart Center 566 S San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 View on Google Maps

• Brief History on the Weingart Center — Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.)

  Skip to Content Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.) Senator Kevin Murray (Ret.) I joined the Weingart Center’s Board of Directors in 2010, becoming Interim President in 2011. In 2013, I was honored to accept the position of President and CEO of the Weingart Center. The Weingart Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness and providing comprehensive services to those experiencing homelessness in the Los Angeles area. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles’ Skid Row, the Weingart Center has been helping the community since 1983. Our mission is to empower and transform lives by delivering innovative solutions to break the cycle of homelessness. [...] The Weingart Center offers various programs and services inside the agency's historic 11-story building, formerly the El Rey Hotel. We provide free or low-cost on-site programs and services, including but not limited to transitional and interim residential housing, substance abuse treatment and recovery, medical and mental healthcare, job training and placement, education, long-term case management, and help to secure permanent supportive housing. The Weingart Center has tailored programs for women, seniors, senior Veterans, parolees, and individuals needing help finding permanent housing. Our current portfolio of interim housing solutions includes: HILDA L. SOLIS CARE FIRST VILLAGE 1060 N Alhambra St Los Angeles, CA 90012 232 units BEACON1710 7th St Los Angeles, CA 90017 [...] In development 303-unit, 7-story development Homekey Norwalk 10646 Rosecrans Norwalk, CA 90650 In development 51-unit, 2-story The Weingart Willows 14032 S Vermont Ave Los Angeles, CA 90247 In development 53-unit, 2-story The Weingart Greenleaf 10317 Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90606 In development 101-unit, 2-story Please take a moment to visit the Weingart Center website to learn more about what we offer and how you can help make a difference in the life of someone experiencing homelessness.

• Permanent and interim housing solutions & programs | Weingart Center — Weingart Center

  The program offers a range of services designed to facilitate the transition to stable housing and improved well-being. Central to these services is housing-focused case management, which guides clients through the process of securing and maintaining housing. Life skills groups are also a key component of the program, offered five days a week to equip clients with essential skills for daily living and independence. Clients have access to various onsite services, including clinical services, employment services, and housing services. These are complemented by referrals to offsite supportive services, which cover a broad spectrum including healthcare, mental health support, substance use treatment, legal aid, and benefits assistance. [...] Skip to Content Weingart Center 0 0 DONATE Weingart Center 0 0 DONATE # The need is there. We’re here to help. ## Weingart Center goes beyond the emergency shelter approach by coupling comprehensive wraparound services with personalized housing solutions. As one of the best comprehensive human services organizations in the western United States, Weingart Center is a unique agency that is committed to providing individuals experiencing homelessness with essential tools to stabilize their lives, secure income, and find permanent housing. [...] Doctor talking to a man during a consultation. ## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES, INTERIM HOUSING The Department of Health Services (DHS) Interim Housing program, managed by the Weingart Center, is a vital transitional housing initiative aimed at assisting adults aged 18 and over who are experiencing homelessness, particularly those with mental and medical issues. This program plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between homelessness and stable living for individuals with complex health needs. Eligibility for this program is focused on individuals experiencing homelessness who have been referred by the DHS Interim Housing Matching Department. This targeted approach ensures that the services are provided to those most in need of specialized support.