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Timothy House Grand Opening
Brilliant Corners joined The Long Beach Rescue Mission, Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson, and community partners to celebrate the grand opening of Timothy House, a new interim housing site that will serve transition-age youth in the Long Beach community.
Advocacy at Brilliant Corners: Fall Recap
We are proud to share with our Brilliant Corners community the advocacy efforts our External Affairs team engaged in during the fall season. The team was involved in several initiatives that supported meaningful advocacy efforts and strengthened internal and external relationships
Los Angeles County’s In-Home Care Giving Program
Urban Institute just released a report on our In-Home Caregiving pilot, which supported individuals with higher acuity health needs to age in place and avoid housing displacement. This innovative pilot project was generously supported by Cedars-Sinai and provided compassionate care for clients aged 70 and older through a partnership with Brilliant Corners, the LA County Department of Health Services, and JFSLA.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Launches New Modular Interim Housing at Testimonial Community Love Center in South Los Angeles
We proudly announced the groundbreaking of the Testimonial Community Love Center’s newest modular interim housing development in South Los Angeles, marking a major step forward in community-driven housing solutions for vulnerable residents.
Announcing New Flex Pool Program in Sacramento
We are honored to share that Brilliant Corners has been selected to operate a new Flexible Housing Pool in partnership with Sacramento County.
Catalina’s Housing Journey
Meet Catalina, a former participant of Brilliant Corners’ Breaking Barriers program, which provides housing, employment support, and wrap-around supportive services to justice-impacted individuals and families in LA County. Catalina shares her experience and how her Case Manager, Danielle, provided her with the support and stability to thrive.
Announcing the Groundbreaking of Testimonial Community Love Center
Brilliant Corners joined partners from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, Testimonial Community Love Center, DNA Architecture + Design, Mandeville Modular INC, and Hollywood Handy Construction Inc. to celebrate the groundbreaking of Testimonial Community Love Center, a new construction site in South Los Angeles that will provide 40 beds of interim housing.
Summer Advocacy Recap
We are proud to share with our Brilliant Corners community the advocacy efforts our External Affairs team engaged in during the summer season. We have played a key role in promoting meaningful legislation and initiatives that will directly benefit our communities.
Affordable housing underway at 3127 W. 147th Street in Alondra Park
Affordable housing underway at 3127 W. 147th Street in Alondra Park. Brilliant Corners is building 78 apartments just west of Crenshaw Boulevard.
Kohler Grand Opening
We celebrated the Grand Opening of the Kohler, alongside partners from SSG, LA County Department of Mental Health, Project 180, Supervisor Hilda Solis, and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado.
Toyon Gardens Site Visit
We joined Supervisor Holly Mitchell’s team and our project team for a site visit at Toyon Gardens, a new construction development in the El Camino Village neighborhood of LA County. Toyon Gardens will provide 78 units to the community, with 60 permanent supportive housing units dedicated to people with disabilities, and people and families experiencing homelessness.
Feeling Acknowledged – Spotlight on Stanley
For new Homekey Harbor City resident and design lover Stanley, a new home represents safety, stability, and an opportunity for creative expression. Thank you to the California Department of Housing & Community Development for producing this wonderful video highlighting Stanley’s housing journey.
Her Own Little Piece of the World – Spotlight on Nakia
For Nakia, Homekey Harbor City represents a new lease on life. Thank you to California Department of Housing & Community Development for sharing a wonderful video highlighting Nakia’s inspiring housing journey.
Apply Now: Accessibility Improvement Grant Portal Opens for L.A. Interim Housing Providers
Brilliant Corners, in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services Housing for Health Division, L.A. Care Health Plan, and Health Net, announced the launch of a new website for interim housing providers in Los Angeles County to apply for accessibility-related construction grants.
Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund Request For Applications (RFA)
Brilliant Corners, in partnership with L.A. Care and Health Net, is excited to announce the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund Request For Applications (RFA), which will provide funds to Interim Housing providers for accessibility-related construction...
Grand Opening of Homekey Harbor City
We are proud to announce the grand opening of Homekey Harbor City, a former Motel 6 that has been reimagined into permanent supportive housing.
LACDMH Enriched Residential Care + Program Request For Applications
Brilliant Corners and the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) are excited to announce the LACDMH Enriched Residential Care Plus (ERC+) Request For Applications (RFA), which will provide funding to support operations and start-up infrastructure of project-based licensed residential care facilities throughout Los Angeles County.
Alvarado & Temple Apartments Deliver Hope and Housing in Echo Park
The grand opening of Alvarado & Temple Apartments marks an important milestone in expanding access to supportive housing in LA County.
Homekey developments open in Echo Park and Historic Filipinotown
Brilliant Corners has announced the grand opening of Alvarado & Temple Apartments, a new Project Homekey development in the City of Los Angeles.
Alvarado & Temple Apartments Grand Opening
We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of Alvarado & Temple Apartments, a new Homekey development in the City of Los Angeles that will provide 66 apartments—including 64 units for people and families experiencing homelessness—at two sites: 2812 W. Temple and 916 N. Alvarado.
Spring Advocacy Recap
Brilliant Corners pursued several initiatives this Spring Season. Our External Affairs team also participated in some impactful local engagement opportunities in Los Angeles. Check out the post to learn about our latest advocacy work.
Las Palmas Apartments Wins 2025 AIA|LA Architecture Award
Brilliant Corners’ Las Palmas Apartments development was recently awarded a Merit Award from The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles under the Affordable Housing category.
An Experiment to Clear a Homeless Camp in North County Seems to Be Working
Brilliant Corners’ San Diego team joined local providers and leaders from Oceanside and Carlsbad to help people experiencing homelessness transition to supportive housing.
Meet the CIIP Team!
We’re excited to highlight one of the key housing intermediary and development teams at Brilliant Corners, the Capital Improvement Intermediary Program (CIIP). Learn about the work they do and their most recent projects.
Winter Advocacy Recap
Brilliant Corners participated in a number of advocacy efforts that we are excited to share. These efforts include advocacy at the state capitol to expand funding and resources for those experiencing homelessness and impactful policy initiatives that support those efforts. Read about the advocacy efforts that our team has engaged in during the winter of 2025.
Reentry & Housing Resource Fair: Building Reentry Bridges to Housing and Public Safety
Brilliant Corners joined Creating Restorative Opportunities and Programs (CROP) Organization, Californians for Safety and Justice, Los Angeles County Justice, Care and Opportunities Department, Los Angeles Regional Reentry Partnership, Councilmember Andre Spicer, Judge Songhai Armstead, and the Compton community for our first Reentry & Housing Resource Fair: Building Reentry Bridges to Housing and Public Safety.
Willow Tree Grand Opening
Brilliant Corners joined partners from The People Concern and Los Angeles County to celebrate the Grand Opening of Willow Tree, a new permanent supportive housing development in Compton. A former motel that was previously used as interim housing, this site will now provide 100 units of permanent supportive housing.
Second Chance Month Participant Highlight: Jenna’s Story
In recognition of Second Chance Month, we highlight an inspiring story of Brilliant Corners participant Jenna. Jenna shares how housing and supportive services impacted her life.
Homelessness in America: Brilliant Corners | Nonprofit Report
Brilliant Corners CEO Bill Pickel, Chief Operating Officer Chris Contreras, and Senior Director of Housing Development & Management Serena Fields joined Mark Oppenheim of m/Oppenheim Org for an insightful discussion on the challenge of scaling supportive housing in California, and Brilliant Corners’ impact in the community.
Brilliant Corners Chief Operating Officer Chris Contreras Appointed to California Commission for Behavioral Health
We are honored to share that Brilliant Corners Chief Operating Officer, Chris Contreras has been appointed by Governor Newsom to the Commission for Behavioral Health, which will drive transformational change and improve outcomes to California’s behavioral health system through the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA).
Brilliant Corners Director of External Affairs Jose Osuna Receives 2025 Housing Justice Award From Housing California
Brilliant Corners’ Director of External Affairs, Jose Osuna, has been selected by Housing California to receive a 2025 Housing Justice Award! This honor recognizes Jose’s exceptional contributions advancing Housing Justice, and his deep commitment to ensuring that all people have access to stable housing and opportunities to thrive.
Fall Advocacy Recap
Check out Brilliant Corner’s latest advocacy work. During the fall, Brilliant Corners engaged in meaningful legislation and initiatives that support the communities we serve.
Commercial Space for Lease at Award-Winning Brilliant Corners Site
We have two fantastic spaces available for lease in our Builder’s Choice award-winning Octavia Court building. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary chance to lease a space that not only meets your business needs but also aligns with your mission to make a difference. Secure your place at Octavia Court today and join us in shaping a brighter future for all.
Timothy House Groundbreaking
Brilliant Corners is excited to announce the groundbreaking of Timothy House, a new interim housing site from Long Beach Rescue Mission that will serve transition-age youth.
SoCal non-profit offers quick, affordable housing solution amid long-term homeless crisis
ABC News featured a segment on the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool, a groundbreaking program that’s making housing a reality for thousands of Angelenos. Hear from our amazing participant Martha, Brilliant Corners CEO Bill Pickel, and Leepi Shimkhada, Deputy Director of LA County Department of Health Services Housing for Health division on how this program is changing lives through housing.
Brilliant Corners 20th Anniversary Video
Brilliant Corners is excited to share a new video commemorating our 20th Anniversary, from our founding in the disability rights movement to our person-centered supportive housing approach today, and features inspiring stories from our participants.
10 Years of the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool Video
Brilliant Corners is proud to share a video commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool Model. Learn more about this system-changing program that unlocks a range of housing options and ensures housing stability through dedicated landlord engagement, rent subsidy administration, and tenancy supports.
Announcing LACDMH Interim Housing Program Request For Applications
Announcing a new RFA opportunity in partnership with LA County Department of Mental Health. Request For Applications now open!
Summer Advocacy Recap
This summer has been a season of strong advocacy and growth through the tireless work of Brilliant Corners’ dynamic External Affairs team. We have contributed to advancing impactful bills and initiatives that will serve our communities directly.
Supportive housing wraps up at 1355 Avalon Boulevard in Wilmington
In Wilmington, non-profit developer and service provider Brilliant Corners has opened a new permanent supportive housing complex just south of Pacific Coast Highway.
The Richman Group and Brilliant Corners Announce Grand Opening of Las Palmas Apartments
The Richman Group of California in partnership with Brilliant Corners, have announced the grand opening of Las Palmas Apartments, a new supportive housing community in the Wilmington neighborhood of Los Angeles.
The Richman Group and Brilliant Corners Announce Grand Opening of Las Palmas Apartments
The Richman Group of California, an innovator in multifamily development, and Richman Property Services, in partnership with Brilliant Corners, a leading supportive housing developer and services provider in California, celebrated the grand opening of Las Palmas Apartments.
Las Palmas Apartments Grand Opening
Check out this beautiful video from LA 36 featuring Brilliant Corners CEO Bill Pickel, LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn, and our new resident Kelly celebrating the opening of Las Palmas Apartments.
Las Palmas Apartments Grand Opening
Brilliant Corners is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Las Palmas Apartments, a beautiful multifamily supportive housing development that provides 53 apartments in the Wilmington neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles.
Vacant Grocery Converted into Housing – Homeless Initiative
A vacant grocery store has been converted into a beautiful apartment complex to permanently housed people transitioning out of homelessness. Las Palmas Apartments in Wilmington offers 53 units of permanent housing accompanied by wraparound supportive services.
Brilliant Corners Named as Recipient of Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Community Fund Grant
Brilliant Corners is thrilled to announce a grant award from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Community Fund to support our housing and services in San Mateo County.
Fair Chance Housing
Brilliant Corners has been diligently advocating for Fair Chance Housing in the City and County of Los Angeles, an important motion that would improve housing access for Justice Impacted families.
New Leadership Table Launches to Accelerate Los Angeles County’s Approach to Solving Homelessness
Brilliant Corners Director of External Affairs, Jose Osuna, has been nominated to join the Los Angeles County Leadership Table for Regional Homeless Alignment.
Advocacy at Brilliant Corners Spring Recap
This past spring has been a season of powerful advocacy and considerable progress, thanks to the dedicated efforts of Brilliant Corners and our dynamic External Affairs team.
Spotlight on Housing Coordinators
Brilliant Housing Coordinators exemplify our organizational values of Humanity, Community, and Ingenuity every day in how they show up for our program participants, and for each other. Check out this video to learn more about the role.