Photo courtesy of Port of LA.
LOS ANGELES – Jan. 29, 2026 – The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners Jan. 29 approved an unprecedented $1.85 million in grants to support 47 non-profit organizations undertaking initiatives benefiting the communities of the Los Angeles Harbor area.
“The Port’s community grants program continues to be instrumental in supporting many local organizations doing tremendous work in our community,” said Los Angeles Harbor Commissioner President Lucille Roybal-Allard. “We’re proud to be able to contribute to the missions and success of these non-profit groups.”
Grants were awarded in two categories: large (over $100,000) and general (under $100,000).
Large category grant recipients this year were EXP to support maritime-related outreach, workshops and career education to students; Los Angeles Maritime Institute for its TopSail Youth Program; and Wilmington-based Avalon Arts & Cultural Alliance to support maritime-themed Art & STEAM workshops, storytelling, cultural performances and other demonstrations.
Other grantees include:
The three large grant recipients were awarded two-year agreements, with one-year agreements for the other 44 grants.
The grant selection committee is comprised of three City of Los Angeles Harbor Department employees, two community representatives and one council district 15 representative.
Details: For more information visit portofla.org/grants
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